Mrs.
Green, I am told, is a first-rate housekeeper, and I feel like showing you off to the best advantage." "Don't look for too much," I replied, smiling, "lest you be disappointed." Mr.Smith went away, and I walked back to the kitchen door to say a word to Kitty.

As I looked in, the sound of my feet on the floor caused her to start.

She was standing near a window, and at my appearance she hurriedly concealed something under her apron.
"Kitty," said I, "we are to have company to dine with us to-day.

Mr.
Smith will send home a turkey, which you must dress and cook in the best manner.

I will be down during the morning to make some lemon puddings.