Only thing is, they might take me fer a sheep man.

I'd hate that." "Well--even a little dog ?" "I'll get you one, any kind you want.

I allow myself, a dog is a heap of comfort.

I'm about the only homesteader in this valley that ain't got one right now.

Some has sever'l." "I can make the coffee, I'm sure," she said, still endeavoring to be of use.