But somehow, how can we, when Uncle Augustus isn't very sick, and you're coming right back?
But what made me laugh just now, was looking at that ruffled pillow-case, and thinking what a splendid cap it would make for an old lady, tied down with black ribbon!" "A pretty uproar we shall find when we get back, Miss Prudy; but I am prepared for that.

Only promise one thing--keep that baby in the house.
Flyaway, darling, will you remember not to go out of doors ?" "Yes, um, I'll 'member," replied Fly, winking her eyes solemnly.

She had expected, till the last minute, to go with her auntie.
"There is one thing I regret.

If Mrs.Brooks and Maria come, they will be very much disappointed.

Tell them I'll try to attend to them the day but one after Christmas.