In June 1571, she wrote of her health and complained that Agnes, her daughter-in-law had not visited;"Ye sall onderstand that I have beyne wery extreme seik baith in my bodye and stomak, and with ane sair leg, quhairoff (I) am nocht throichlie conwelleseit as yett ...
In June 1571, the writer described her poor health and expressed disappointment that Agnes, her daughter-in-law, had not stopped by; "You'll understand that I've been in a very weak state both physically and stomach-wise, and with a painful leg, (I) am still not feeling up to par..."