We've come to a blind pocket, you might say, in the trail we've been taking through life.

We've got to start in a new place, that's all.

Now, I know you're dead game, Jean; at least I know you used to be, and I'm gambling on school not taking that outa you.

You're maybe thinking about going away off somewhere among strangers; but that wouldn't do at all.

Your dad always counted on keeping you away from town life.