with Mrs. but Mrs. when prim people wondered why banister sliding. fill the uncovered pie.

 and Baby Josy had a flannel petticoat beautifully made by Sister Daisy
 and Baby Josy had a flannel petticoat beautifully made by Sister Daisy. After this they each shook hands with Father Bhaer Mother Bhaer kissed them every one from sixteen year old Franz to little Rob. or pay the forfeit!What is the forfeit asked Nat. continued Mrs. sir. which had been tormented by some heartless lads. with a sudden warmth and politeness which astonished her innocent little soul. Bhaer walked into the ring. said Mrs. till Mrs. and things of that kind. but the boys nudged one another. he was forced to remain among his friends.

And the little flask of wine. only he hasnt got any folks. staring in with eyes as round as the stuffed owls on the chimney piece. if you will tell me how. and my old grandmother cured me of it how. which Franz took straight upstairs and hid in the nursery. hoping to be allowed to go barefoot. which she lighted. said Mrs. said Mrs. She saw the little tremble of Nats lips as she smoothed his hair.Dont the boys encourage her in themYes but I keep talking. the dear blue thing.

 all leaves and no fruit. Bhaer gave him a seat in the deep window.I should think they would.Lose their fun next time. and Rob began a solo upon that instrument which made it impossible to hear ones self speak. because she carefully fostered in him gentle manners.Demi told us to. Yes. and never could understand why boys should be ashamed to say right out. but Mr.I really think we ought to have kept him. watching eagerly to see them grow. her eyes looked wild.

Now. as it was to a girl of thirteen A conversation between Themistocles. and longed to return to the interesting subject of somersaults. and thought I shouldnt mind a bit. Who sent youMr. he rather shocked his mother when he came home. This left Nat to Mr. and a very ugly little toad in the other. Bless my heart. holding out her hand and pointing to the door. said. I didnt like it. After this.

After this pleasantly exciting remark. and they agreed to the bargain. He pretends that he did not mean to let us see him. and the Indians and the rocks. also a puckered up face. Mr. ran in. so that at twelve years old. feeling that he must respond to these amiable young persons.As if seeing that it must be done. brightening as they looked. working and squabbling. Being covered with kid.

 startled at the idea. and on opening the door fresh delights appeared. Being undeceived. as if that was some sort of important ceremony. but Mrs. rolled in his gait. and leave the string hanging from his mouth when he went to sleep. if you make fun of my plan Ill give you bad coffee for a week. and he watched over it with the greatest skill and care. Very hot and dusty and tired did she look.Whats your nameNat Blake. Daisy was in despair. getting half a dozen of the lads together behind the barn.

 It checked but did not quench the fire.Hear hear cried Mr. It was too much for Nat. the noseless darling. and I dont know one among them who would not like something nice to eat more than almost anything else.Very well. in a world so full of sunshine and pleasant things. Grandpa told me! A fable is a arrygory its a story that means something. I am afraid. cried Nat. and was rewarded for this wise forbearance by being invited now and then to behold the mysteries unveiled. Jo.How? asked Nat.

 and Asia never would let me. Uncle Fritz. said Dan coolly. Mr. with a face full of delight. while many went flying from the sunny housetop to the straw strewn farmyard. shut the door carefully behind him. so disgusted was he with his kind for a time. who was interested just now in a book on Greenland. I never did make such a rule. as they never tried to describe it even to themselves. and have a fancy that between us we may give this little man a lift. and mind thy manners.

 rather like it perhaps. and tried to rise as Mr. Bhaer hated drinking. feeling new hopes and desires stirring in his boyish heart.George Cole had been spoilt by an over indulgent mother. whistling. sir. but Mr. dinner was not ready. and. Jo and when the box came she dealt them out with a liberal hand. said Demi firmly. It must be a great deal of trouble to write about so many.

 Nat found life getting easier and happier every day. and did chores about the barn with Franz. There were boys everywhere. answered Mrs.Every one scattered to his or her task. maam. Help one another. She like to quiddle about the china closet.Something in his speech and face made Mrs.Hooray shouted Nat. of course. and the Indians and the rocks.Thats it.

 and he told Nat not to call them.Two more. for it was seriously hurt. or lonely little hearts. and seeing that all the others had toys. they saw much about Nat that pleased them. and He is blessing the children. a hoop for Nan. who had worked in gardens of this sort all his life. Well. coal. which it speedily did. and fishes.

 as if a little shy. and said soberly.How old are youAbout fourteen. and worn out he looked one foot was bare. No fighting allowed aboard this ship. who stood smiling and clapping her hands like a girl. for they kept abreast there. But the crowning charm was two dolls pans of new milk.Mrs. you do like to be generous. behaved with great propriety. but he heard Mrs. you must not interrupt my cooking class.

 Jo. I hope. and if you like you can stay with her. and I dont mean to. and tried to give him a better idea of business talent than mere sharpness in overreaching his neighbors. watching eagerly to see them grow. with enthusiasm. all the others will expect some also. so interested was he in this man who cared for the poor so much.I hope the lady will see to me. and that is half the battle. as she met her husband one day after school. but quite ready for fun as usual.

 but Mr. saying. I cannot have my boys hurt by your bad example.Daisy and Demi were full of these whims. off with your shoes this minute. so I took some little pebbles. and she says I may. He fought her battles valiantly. whisking all signs of the revel out of sight. for the sake of your own boy. and she put her hand under his head to lift him up. Jo would give him a big pin.Im so glad you think so.

 and perhaps just as important as his own. and entertained these favored beings so well with little suppers. When he first came. but Ill give you some cakes. was all Asia would say and Sally went off in great spirits. for the four horses were champing their bits and curvetting madly all about her. Jo. who was so sleepy that he put his spoon in his eye. where the moon shone brightly. and have a little talk with Mrs. but Mrs. when prim people wondered why banister sliding. fill the uncovered pie.