I lost my mother two years ago, and my father later.

That's about all there is in connection with me.

I--I had some trouble up the river at the post, and was making my way down with the intention of leaving this country forever when this accident happened.

I'm glad it did happen, because it's thrown me in with two such good fellows.

You'll be surprised when I tell you that I've never had a boy friend in all my life; and--well, it's mighty fine to be sitting here and talking with you both.