While we are at it, we will do the thing right; but we will stay away from Doc, until we are sure of something.

He means well, but we don't like to be pitied, do we, Bel?
Our friends don't manage their eyes and voices very well these days.

Never mind! Our time will come yet.

The bluebird will not fail us, but never before has it been so late." On his return he filled the pantry shelves with packages, stored the ice chest, and set a basket of delicious fruit on the dining table.

Two boxes remained.