The Daughters Depart...

It has been approximately a year since my two daughters wed, and Bingley has purchased an estate near Pemberley where both Elizabeth and Jane reside with their respective husbands.  Wickham is still as depraved as ever and, accompanied by Lydia, he continually visits Bingley's estate asking for money. Additionally, it seems that Elizabeth and Miss Bingley have resolved their long-standing conflict, and Elizabeth and Georgiana are as good of friends as ever. Further, my two daughters and the Gardiners continue to maintain a healthy relationship and regard them as particularly good friends. Finally, Mrs. Bennet is overjoyed that her daughters have both married dignified, wealthy men. As a result, we seem to be developing a healthier, less conflict-ridden relationship.

Mr. Darcy and Mr. Bingley Visit, Again...

Around two days ago, Mr. Bingley, accompanied by Mr. Darcy, arrived in Longbourn. As soon as they arrived, they and the family took a long stroll. During the walk, Darcy and Elizabeth tended to remain farther back than the rest of the group for what, I presume, was a discussion about a potential marriage between the two. The following day, Darcy approached me and asked for my daughter's hand in marriage. At first, I did not believe that Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth truly loved one another, so I consulted with Elizabeth, and she told me about his selfless actions regarding paying off Wickham to marry Lydia. From that point, I was convinced that Darcy is a suitable match for my daughter, and I, accordingly, permitted the marriage.

I Receive a Letter from Collins...

Today, around two days following Lady Catherine and Elizabeth's dispute, I received a throughly irritating letter from Mr. Collins. This letter stated that a marriage between Darcy and Elizabeth is inevitable. This letter, albeit from Collins, truly shocked me because, in my opinion, Darcy has been excessively cruel to Elizabeth, and I would think that Elizabeth would have no desire to begin a relationship with Darcy. Additionally, today, I received word that Mr. Darcy and Mr. Bingley will be visiting Longbourn in three days. I can sense that Elizabeth is highly anticipating Mr. Darcy's arrival.

Lady Catherine Visits...

Today, to the dismay of both me and my family, Lady Catherine came to visit Longbourn. As soon as she walked through the entrance of my home, she arrogantly requested to see Elizabeth. I just recently learned that the noblewomen visited Longbourn simply to dissuade Elizabeth from pursuing a marriage with Darcy. Attempting to sway Elizabeth, the noblewoman told her that a marriage to Darcy would ruin his social standing and class. Directly following, Lady Catherine made Elizabeth swear that she would not pursue a relationship with Darcy, and Elizabeth, being herself, rejected this proposal. In sum, if Elizabeth would like to marry Darcy, she should be wholly able to, and Lady Catherine's sentiments should have no role in this decision.

Darcy and Bingley Visit...

Almost four hours after Wickham and Lydia departed to their new residence North of England, I received news that Darcy and Bingley will be visiting Netherfield.  They arrived six days ago, and, to the great dismay of Mrs. Bennet and the rest of my family, I did not visit them.  They visited our home around three days ago, and Mrs. Bennet, being her usual ignorant self, ignored and spited Darcy, who paid for Wickham to marry Lydia, while paying Bingley a great deal of attention. Today, while hunting with me, Darcy asked for my permission to marry my daughter, Jane. As a result of this engagement, Jane is overjoyed, and Mr. Bingley will begin to visit Netherfield quite regularly. I'm happy at the prospect of Jane's marriage to Bingley, quite unlike Lydia's marriage to Wickham.

Lydia and Wickham Visit...

Around one week ago, Lydia and Wickham arrived. The family and I greeted them as they arrived by carriage at around six o' clock this morning. That morning, we consumed a large brunch comprised of Mrs. Bennet's mediocre cooking skills. As the day progressed, I began to notice that Lydia is incognizant of the influence that her and Wickham's marriage has had on the Bennet family. The following day, at breakfast, Lydia described the wedding, and she mentions that Darcy was in attendance. I could sense that Elizabeth was interested to find out more about why Darcy attended Lydia and Wickham's wedding, and I am fairly sure that she resolved to send Mrs. Gardiner, also an attendee, a letter on the subject. As of now, she is still awaiting the letter with high anticipation.

I Correspond with Lydia...

Today, I received word that Wickham and Lydia have been wed and will be residing in the North of England. Additionally, I have been corresponding with Lydia, and she would like to visit Netherfield for around ten days. I am vehemently against this because she blatantly disrespected and shamed me, her family, and her mother; accordingly, I believe that she does not have a place in the Bennet family anymore. Alas, at Mrs. Bennet's and my daughters' urging, I am permitting Lydia to visit the family. Despite all my aggravation, I am still happy to be able to see my daughter and say goodbye to her as she embarks on a new life with Wickham.