Now, though I'm a big man I've never fancied a snippet of a girl.

Five foot seven of height is my measure of a woman, and a good ten stone in the saddle--What are you laughing at, Joan?
I'm out there, I suppose ?' Mrs Gildea controlled her muscles.
'No, no, not in the least.

In fact, your description fits the Ideal Wife perfectly.

Go on, Colin.

Five foot seven and a good ten stone.