You have had a long sleep, dear; do you feel quite rested ?" "Yes, mamma, I feel very well.

This is such a nice soft bed, and I like to sleep with you.

May I always ?" "For all winter, I think, dear.

I like to have your papa's baby girl by my side." "I'm very much obliged to him for finding me such a sweet, pretty new mamma.

I told him so one day," remarked the child innocently, putting an arm about Vi's neck.
"Did you ?" Violet asked with an amused smile; "and what did he say ?" "Nothing; he just smiled and hugged me tight and kissed me ever so many times.