To fully understand ones life in a certain time frame, it is important to get all the details about the daily life of an individual. In this case the diary of George Stephen Jones gives the reader an understanding about what young people did with their leisure time. As read in the diary, drinking tea seems to be a popular way to unwind. “Miss Honorine spent the afternoon here & took tea with us” (42). Having tea can be a form of being social and using up leisure time by relaxing with tea and treats among friends. Another way that young people passed their leisure time is with the attribute of music. “Honorine played several tunes on her Piano, and then we all sat around the stove talking & laughing (43). There is a plethora of times that music
