You know not the anxieties of a mother." "I am thankful to say that I do not.

I have plenty of larger cares to attend to, as well as the anxieties of an aunt and sister.

But what is this new maternal care ?" "Poor Pet's illness--his serious illness.

I am surprised that you have not noticed it, Philippa; it seems so unkind of you." "There can not be anything much amiss with him.

I never saw any one eat a better breakfast.