"I must be more dignified--or he'll think I'm bold...." And in a very dignified voice indeed, she said, "I must be getting back now.

I wish you'd find the contractor and ask him when he'll be through." She went down the hill alone.

On the way a queer thought came to her.

I sha'n't attempt to explain it--only to report it.
"Of course it isn't the only thing in life--that's ridiculous," she thought.

"But sooner or later ...