9/29 "But I believe I am by nature an exceedingly comfortable man, and I never fail to consult the interests of my comfort." "And of mine. Think of all you have done to improve this place. I suppose one always feels particularly grateful at Christmas time--does not one ?" "One has more to be grateful for, it seems to me--in our climate, too. Only a man who is freezing can appreciate a good fire." "I suppose you have been a good deal in such places," suggested Mrs. |