How long was it ?" "Eight months, I think." "No, it couldn't be.

I know it ain't THAT long, but maybe it was longer'n I thought.

And this last month or so I haven't had scarcely even time to write more than just a line to ask how you were gettin' along, but I told Edith to write, the weeks I couldn't, and I asked Jim to, too, and they both said they would, so I suppose you've kept up pretty well on the home news." "Oh yes." "What I think you need," said the mother, gravely, "is to liven up a little and take an interest in things.

That's what papa was sayin' this morning, after we got your telegram; and that's what'll stimilate your appetite, too.

He was talkin' over his plans for you--" "Plans ?" Bibbs, turning on his side, shielded his eyes from the light with his hand, so that he might see her better.