"When a woman has gone through all that I have suffered she has a great deal to think of." "And it is so much more comfortable to be a-thinking when one's in bed," said Jeannette, who was present at the time.

"Child, hold your tongue," said the widow.
"Yes, ma'am," said Jeannette.

But we'll return to the scene at the breakfast-table.
"What don't you understand, aunt ?" "You only danced twice last night, and once you stood up with Captain Bellfield." "On purpose to ask after that poor woman who washes his clothes without getting paid for it." "Nonsense, Kate; you didn't ask him anything of the kind, I'm sure.
It's very provoking.

It is indeed." "But what harm can Captain Bellfield do me ?" "What good can he do you?
That's the question.

You see, my dear, years will go by.