It almost seems to me I'd prefer living in a cabin in the back-woods.

I've just wakened to what it really means--no love, no friendship, only pretense and show, rivalry in silly extravagance, aimless running to and fro among people that care nothing for one, and that one cares nothing for.

If you could see it as I see it you'd understand." But Madam Bowker had thought all her life in terms of fashion and society.

She was not in the least impressed.

"Balderdash!" said she with a jab at the floor with the ebony staff.