She describes feeling constantly unsettled and being especially fearful of Kawitis party coming to sack Paihia. She writes: "when these notices come we sleep in our clothes, have a few things of paper and money in our pockets, and some things hid away and a carpet bag at hand." Marianne goes on to describe her wish that she could continue with the employment of the 12 Maori women and children in her charge, peacefully and happily. The ill health of Henry Williams and his being judged for treason is also discussed. As are the movements of people, both Pakeha and Maori such as Moka, Rewa, Wharerahi, and Kawiti amidst the conflicts. Marianne reports the killing of cattle by Kawitis men, and that the remaining missionaries had been asked by warring groups to move inland.