She could even see her own window while ironing at the laundry by just tilting her head to the side.
They took possession of their new abode at the April quarter.

Gervaise was then eight months advanced.

But she showed great courage, saying with a laugh that the baby helped her as she worked; she felt its influence growing within her and giving her strength.

Ah, well! She just laughed at Coupeau whenever he wanted her to lie down and rest herself! She would take to her bed when the labor pains came.

That would be quite soon enough as with another mouth to feed, they would have to work harder than ever.
She made their new place bright and shiny before helping her husband install the furniture.