She would teach her sisters, especially Prudy, that it is best to be hospitable towards one's friends when they have been away on a long journey.

Her anger may seem very absurd; but you must remember, little friends, that Dotty Dimple had now become a travelled young lady; she had seen the world, and her self-esteem had grown every day she had been away.

Her heart was all aglow with love towards the dear ones at home, and it was very chilling to find the door locked in her face.

She did not stop to reflect that no unkindness had been intended.
As they drove to aunt Eastman's, her father observed that her bright little face was very downcast, but supposed her sadness arose from the disappointment.

There are depths of foolishness in children's hearts which even their parents cannot fathom.
Strange to say, neither Mr.Parlin nor Dotty had thought that the family might be visiting at Mr.Eastman's; but such was the case.