I wouldn't wonder if she felt the way I do, though we both keep quiet.

I'll tell you, between ourselves and the ship's pump, that I sort of glory in the young chap's spunk." "Good! So do I.I like him." "See here, Keziah! I'm gettin' frightened.

You ain't settin' your cap to be a parson's wife, are you?
Because--" "Don't be silly.

I might adopt him, but that's all, I guess." Her friend leaned forward.
"Keziah," he said earnestly, "there's no sense in your slavin' yourself to death here.

I can think of a good deal pleasanter berth than that.
Pleasanter for me, anyhow, and I'd do my best to make it pleasant for you.