Really, Alexander, if I had passed away every time you have prophesied that I would in the past twenty years you'd have the largest private cemetery in existence.

If you would not be so pessimistic I could quite enjoy the trip.

It's so long since I've ridden in the cars." "Of all the abandoned places! And for you to be here, after your years in bed!" "But I'm not nearly so tired as I am at home, Alexander, truly." "Let me help you, grandfather," offered the Girl.
She went to him and took his hat and stick.
"Leave me my cane," he cried.

"Any instant that beast may attack some of us." The Girl laughed merrily.
"Why grandfather!" she chided, "Bel is the finest dog you ever knew, he is my best friend here.

By the hour he has protected me, and he is gentle as a kitten.