How long before you think you can come out to Lexington ?" "Indeed, sir, I don't know that I shall be able to get out there this winter.

Couldn't you send him in sometimes ?" "Perhaps I will, about New Year's, and let him spend a few days with you." "It is a good while to New Year's day, sir.

He has never been from home in his life." "Oh no, ma'am.

It's only a few weeks off.

And I don't believe he'll be homesick for a day." "But _I_ shall, Mr.Sharp." "You ?" "Yes, sir.