Oh, I'm so glad you thought of making me learn this, Miss--Marilla." "Well, learn it and hold your tongue," said Marilla shortly.
Anne tipped the vase of apple blossoms near enough to bestow a soft kiss on a pink-cupped bud, and then studied diligently for some moments longer.
"Marilla," she demanded presently, "do you think that I shall ever have a bosom friend in Avonlea ?" "A--a what kind of friend ?" "A bosom friend--an intimate friend, you know--a really kindred spirit to whom I can confide my inmost soul.

I've dreamed of meeting her all my life.

I never really supposed I would, but so many of my loveliest dreams have come true all at once that perhaps this one will, too.

Do you think it's possible ?" "Diana Barry lives over at Orchard Slope and she's about your age.

She's a very nice little girl, and perhaps she will be a playmate for you when she comes home.