The same life! Strange how it uplifts and wearies at once. Dr. Jauner arrives from Vienna, full of plans! I have my own — will God bless it? Richter is here as well — not much cause for joy! [1] [1] Attached to this page is a telegram, sent on…
A letter from Hans, conveying to me his last will! … Almost without ceasing I now spend the hours in prayer, and seek out every occasion to sacrifice whatever might offer me even a moment’s joy. Is there such a thing as happiness [1]?? … [1] Alludes to “Lohengrin”, Act…
Up very early, to church with the two eldest; beforehand, I wrote in the diary. The entire “Rheingold” is rehearsed — it goes very beautifully. In the afternoon, made several visits with Lusch. In the evening, many strangers and Bayreuth folk; there is music-making, and all appears cheerful. Traduzione in…
Up early, departed around ten o’clock, arrived in Bayreuth by one — Daniella moves me deeply through her likeness to her father; a full children’s table, then for me the reviewing of books and the children’s garments — and rehearsal with evening meal. The children kept separate and shut out!…
