As they grew older they were respectful, obedient, they were not untidy, and not particularly rough, but their one thought was for themselves each one for himself, and they used to quarrel with each other in regard to their rights.

While we were in New York, we had only a small, back yard.

When we came here, I said, 'I am going to try an experiment.' We got this house because it had a large garden, and a stable that would do for the boys to play in.

Then I got them together, and had a little serious talk.

I said I was not pleased with the way in which they were living.
They did nothing for any one but themselves from morning to night.