You're very practical." "People are curious," Mrs.Farnam remarked.

"I'm willing to admit I'm practical, but I married and love my husband, while you look romantic and in many ways are not.

You risk your health for money, and I don't think any man ever roused a tender thought in you.

There's Jake, for example--" She stopped and Agatha was silent for a few moments, although she was moved.

She was tired and felt lonely and that life was hard.