The first week was frightful, but now she's used to it--one gets used to anything." "Can nothing be done ?" asked Shelton, startled.
"No," returned his companion.

"I know that sort; if they once take to it all's over.

They get used to luxury.

One does n't part with luxury, after tasting destitution.

She tells me she does very nicely; the children are happy; she's able to pay well and see them sometimes.