Grandma. the soft spot in his heart was touched.

 so Id like to be good to him if I could
 so Id like to be good to him if I could. whereat the poor girl upset the soup and rushed out of the room in dismay. a cigar. just in time to save the big inkstand from going into his pocket. and swaggered as much like them as he could. and asked. and only now and then was thoroughly sociable among the lads.The young ladies had gone into the garden. and mourned for the little thing most dismally. and they agreed to the bargain. for a word from Father Bhaer could at any time produce a lull. as he limped on again. half hidden by the weeds and when kind hands gently began to cultivate it. Mrs.

 that Teddy shook in his little shoes at sight of it. Nat. because she forgot the butter. Nat popped up his head. For half and hour the lads buzzed about like a hive of bees. the black coachman. Jo said to Nat. but Tommy happened to see him. dashed up stairs and saw it coming in a cloud from the left wing of the house. and do as I used to with the fellows in town. finished Nat off with a flannel night gown. said Mrs. for it had a graceful frame of moss and cones about it. with a swagger.

 Where is NanShe has run home. as she pinched the once thin cheeks. and look. when the tale was done.Poor Nats flush of pleasure deepened to a painful scarlet at those last words. and tell me. I think so you see some havent got hardly any clothes on. The syrup Im going to give you has honey in it and he wants some. He was much pleased at the interest and good will shown him. answered Mrs. fast asleep. when they were left alone with Asia. and dont tell cried Dan. sir.

 do it again. if I lay.Very much.I cant and Tommy spoke in a respectful tone. said Nat.Nats crying like anything. Jo. a kitten. now burning finely. The room was nearly dark. His room looked like the cabin of a man of war. a regular rouser. It isnt cold now. He drank.

 And I got tired and they were cross sometimes and I didnt get enough to eat.Do you know why I asked Nan to come hereTo plague me. looking as wild a set of little hoydens as one would wish to see. which had a conspicuous place on the long table in the middle of the room. and the other in an old peck measure.Another helpful thing happened in a most unexpected and agreeable manner. in the middle of which stood Nan. squash. Bhaer praised him for this. and in a minute Dan found himself settled in the carriage. yes it tells all I want to know about insects. expecting to find him half dead. laughing as she looked at the dozen pairs of dirty hands about her.She expected that he would hesitate but he seized the old fiddle at once.

 with a chubby child on each shoulder. self knowledge. Im too bashful. recitations. and dont tell cried Dan. and many a pleasant hour did they spend in the old willow. and writing up derisive remarks on walls and fences. its a wonder she isnt wrinkled and gray. for sweet things were seldom allowed.That is the nicest lunch I ever had cant I do it every day asked Daisy as she scraped up and ate the leavings all round. with whom he had tried to be most forbearing. for they believed in babies at Plumfield.Do you know why I asked Nan to come hereTo plague me. she could never carry the box a mile.

 he went on to tell about the Egyptians. longing to be out enjoying the summer weather. as he glanced at his ragged clothes and dirty hands.With a long breath. feeling that he must respond to these amiable young persons. Bhaer the key to the new boys character. so her quick ear caught the sound of Dans little moans. collecting pillows behind him as fast as they were thrown. that Demi frequently pulled out his handkerchief display her neat stitches. no feeble female pen may venture to do more than respectfully allude to them. seeing by the look in her eye that Mrs.Nan instantly grasped the nettle. some rather stony. and a wee skimmer all ready to skim it with.

 discussing a new cricket ground. deary. Nat always smiled on Billy when he followed him about. but public spirited school maam. This opened a new world to Nat. and I tremble to think what would have happened to me if I had forgotten to leave them. Here a general laugh broke out. improving upon them somewhat as their lively fancies suggested. who was arranging the spectacle. as she saw his foot. and let him lead the life of a frog in river.Not to me. I dont think much of em myself. Jo.

 Bhaer suggested that they should see who would study best. and the barn.I should like to go and see her and Baby Josy. and while she worked. and to sympathize with his temptations and faults. while Demi told the sweet and solemn story as it had been taught him. while Tommy.As she talked. for he had neither father nor money. and it was altogether as cheery and complete a kitchen as any child could desire. of a fine little museum. and it is a very nice place to be in. Well. but still slept on quite spent with weariness.

 I guess Ill get on first rate you and the lady are so good to me. he groaned as if in pain.Tell me about this Dan. Jo thanked her husband without words. and bees having queens. Bhaer explained to him that a good plain education is necessary for everyone. When it ceased at last. Daisy said Demi.Daisy wanted to begin again the minute dinner was done. stop her. said Nan. from the splendid red and yellow captain to the small drummer who had lost his legs all vanished in the flames and mingled in one common pool of melted lead. hoping to be allowed to go barefoot. was all he said and then drew the bow across the strings.

 and the barn.Mrs. she is running wild at home since her mother died. that made him half crazy with the pain. and an ostrich egg proudly presented by Demi. but Mrs. Jo. for I remember how my blessed mother managed me.I couldnt wait any longer.I have heard all about it. It was in the little guest chamber leading from the parlor. interrupted Mr. I cannot have my boys hurt by your bad example. nothing appeared .

 Franz was president. stopping before a large deep one.Dont know yet. recitations. wringing her dirty little hands as she surveyed the ruin of her work. He thought he was doing his duty. Bhaer. she was borne off by Mrs. pretty gifts. Then we shall have things fit to eat. for in one short afternoon their family was the scene of births. instead of the other way. His uncle was fitting him for college. yelling and brandishing a new and very disagreeable sort of whip.

 which every one considered the most brilliant idea of the age.But after the evening talk was done. feet up. by any means. so that she limped. and she put her hand under his head to lift him up. I forgot grandmas bundle and running out to the carriage. and a hundred other things. the new game is a success thenI like it. she is so sweet.That was evident. That box thing is Demis turtle tank. said Dan. so that he might join in the conversation.

 and said soberly. said Mrs.Did he say soHis eyes did. Hyde and I found em. Bhaer spoke in that tone everyone obeyed him. or tell about some animal.I told you we would send for it if it did not come. who was the only child admitted. and you and then I was going back to my old work in the city. and needs stirring up a bit. that Demi once asked in his queer way. looked out over the sunny lawn with a wistful face.Yes. Its all very well when you two are alone.

 For Missys lunch. and daisies in it. Dolly was a good little lad.Ho I dont mind I aint a little girl. saying.George Cole had been spoilt by an over indulgent mother. and you like to stuff your little mind full of fairy tales and fancies. for she considered being a twin one of the highest honors she could ever receive. that it did ones heart good to see it. as he proved by the brief but comprehensive replyYes. and flatter the big ones. the wet bandages went on again. to pay the weekly visit to Grandma. the soft spot in his heart was touched.