We've both been so busy lately, I feel as if I didn't half know your plans; and I want to,' answered Mrs Jo, feeling sure that though they might start with Leipzig they would bring up at Plumfield.
'You are very kind, and there's nothing I'd like better.

I don't realize I'm going so far--suppose I shan't till I get afloat.

It's a splendid start, and I don't know how I can ever thank Mr Laurie for all he's done, or you either,' added Nat, with a break in his voice; for he was a tender-hearted fellow, and never forgot a kindness.
'You can thank us beautifully by being and doing all we hope and expect of you, my dear.

In the new life you are going to there will be a thousand trials and temptations, and only your own wit and wisdom to rely on.

That will be the time to test the principles we have tried to give you, and see how firm they are.