I believe I'll call it _Boule de Neige_ for a change,' said Karl.
"Then Jett was brought in and Bessie pounced upon him for a ride, she chuckling and singing and looking from side to side with proud satisfaction, knowing she was being observed by everybody.

The children almost screamed with delight at this performance.
"'Now, Bessie,' said Johnny, as the poor cat at last shook her off and slank away.

'You did that beautifully, and you deserve something to eat.

I am going to let you have some bread and milk right here in the parlor, and the company can see how nicely you can feed yourself with a spoon.' "'All right,' croaked the parrot.

Sarah brought in a saucer in which was a little bread moistened with milk, and two spoons with it.