UNCLE JOHN MAKES PLANS "The thought came to me a long time ago," Uncle John resumed; "but it was only yesterday that I got all the details fixed and settled in my mind.

I've been a rough old duffer, Patsy, and in all my hard working life never thought of such a thing as travelling or enjoying myself until I fell in with you, and you taught me how pleasant it is to scatter sunshine in the hearts of others.

For to make others happy means a lot of joy for yourself--a secret you were trying to keep from me, you crafty young woman, until I discovered it by accident.

Now, here I am with three nieces on my hands--" "You may say two, sir," interrupted the Major.

"Patsy can take care of herself." "Hold your tongue," said Uncle John.