'But there is so little choice for people like myself.

Certificates, and even degrees, are asked for on every hand.

With nothing but references to past employers, what can one expect?
I know it will end in my taking a place without salary.' 'People seem to have still less need of _me_,' lamented the companion.
'I wish now that I had gone to Norwich as lady-help.' 'Dear, your health would _never_ have supported it.' 'I don't know.

Possibly the more active life might do me good.

It _might_, you know, Alice.' The other admitted this possibility with a deep sigh.
'Let us review our position,' she then exclaimed.
It was a phrase frequently on her lips, and always made her more cheerful.