The only thing that does matter is that Jem has volunteered for active service and will be going to Valcartier in a few more days--my big, splendid brother Jem.

Oh, I'm so proud of him! "I suppose Kenneth would enlist too if it weren't for his ankle.

I think that is quite providential.

He is his mother's only son and how dreadful she would feel if he went.

Only sons should never think of going!" Walter came wandering through the valley as Rilla sat there, with his head bent and his hands clasped behind him.