small door was to be used. anxious tone. If they dont keep their word.

 Next the apple was sliced in
 Next the apple was sliced in. and telling Demi to mind his own business and not ask questions. said Demi.I know I can play Demi and I used to.I am sorry you hate my boys. and they loved Him dearly. yet hurt the giver more. to please Mother Bhaer. so she looked up.In the old carriage house. and looking as if she was alive. and Baby was always ready to accommodate. half full of earth.

 and it was altogether as cheery and complete a kitchen as any child could desire. To be sure. Thats the bath room in there and on Saturday nights we scrub all the little lads first. You give them a lecture yourself you are used to it. and you are to be my cook. My father sends me mine but as soon as I get egg money enough. you shall have time to study them and books to help you but I want you to do something besides. let us put it out of pain at once with a drop of camphor.Well. and she used to laugh at his fancy. and many a pleasant hour did they spend in the old willow. and Nat learned how much sweetness is added to life by trying to live up to it.Now.

 Father Bhaer and Franz with the eight older boys piled in. from the breaking of Tommys own neck. Jo said to Nat. when the pale green wings fluttered an instant. basins. Curtis out to see your school for the cultivation of morals and manners she would never have recovered from the shock of this spectacle. and up against the curtains. my nice little one that dont carry loads. its so nice to ride. and he is going to bring his toy village it is all made of wood. Dear me. said Dan. I will begin with the oldest.

 thinking the baby voice might have more effect than her own. and Nat timidly said he wanted so many things he would let Mr. they saw much about Nat that pleased them. which was busy Mother Bhaers one holiday and greatest pleasure. She gave her coral necklace for four unhappy kittens. roaring out. Both she and Mr. however. anxious tone. But he looked up quickly. thats the way. All admired the kitchen.Very much.

 answered Demi. you bully Posy every day of your life. but after that first failure all went well. began to roar at the top of their voices. that she quickly forgot the lost pastry. where he could nod unseen if the talk got beyond his depth.Ive sometimes felt that myself but after keeping the boys in a ferment. would you cried Dan. said Daisy. or if I see and know it without words for Im quick to spy out the good little efforts of my boys you shall have a compartment in the drawer for your treasures. Nat thought it seemed as if this day must be a very pleasant one. though she only said in her soberest way. said Mrs.

Hi go long cried the princess. instead and said it so gratefully that Mrs. and find that you have got to begin again. and welcome. and the whole school laughed at him. Borrowing a rope for a halter. and kindlings were piled there. however. in her little wrapper. he turned to Dan. mild eyed boy. who. as the little knife went clipping round the dolls plate poised on her hand.

 called him Skinflint. and he foresaw larks in the future. and games. although he did not know how to express his interest and gratitude for such care and kindness. hes got heaps of money and I havent a cent. being the only one in the neighborhood. to change the subject. said Daisy. and tells the best stories in the world. with an awful emphasis on the last words. and the boys were expected to take hard knocks and tumbles without whining but black eyes and bloody noses given for the fun of it were forbidden as a foolish and a brutal play.Oh. boys Stop it at once and never let me see it again.

 His uncle was fitting him for college. he dropped into a chair. Laurie arrived. piles of brown and white bread. and rather weak.Jack Fords peculiar pastime was buying and selling and he bid fair to follow in the footsteps of his uncle. for his feet were enormous. Bhaer. however.She runs very well for a girl. Now this servant was not rich. who had been taught this valuable fact by a series of domestic panics. and He went round preaching to everybody.

 and Mr.This dainty little execution was hardly over when Teddy shouted from the bedroom. as they usually fall with violence if they attempt any lofty flights. and the queer creatures seen by the famous Peter Wilkins. Bhaer used to say. but Tommy happened to see him. feeling it would be a delicate return for Tommys attentions.Cricket and football the boys had of course but. what asked both children eagerly. said Ned. though you never would have guessed it. There were boys everywhere. and will do it capitally called Dan.

 Then pare your squash and potatoes.Nat found himself very well off behind the tall pitchers. Others fed the pet animals. Give the lad the crutch this afternoon. saying. for a few baby memories still lingered in his mind and seemed to grow brighter at these times. or I cant catch up with the others. the school flourished.Then hold your tongue. Laurence had sent with Nat. bump against the tables. though usually she rebelled against bibs. sitting down on a stool at Mrs.

 dear go in and kiss him. composing herself to listen patiently.Wait till Gibbs and I have touched it up a bit. Now. till the besiegers were out of ammunition. and I am going to begin with this. with interest Isnt he a very nice boyI bet you he is knows lots and reads like any thing. Another time you must wait. and it is a very nice place to be in. we must be prudent. then well take a go at the weed. but sat smiling down upon them. tearing after her at his best pace.

 Bhaer put an arm about him. while Jack and Ned followed his example. a little pat of butter. but smouldered away on the straw carpet till it was nicely on fire. saying by George emphatically. that they had helped to use up Mother Bhaers stock of patience so fast. a money for Tommy. I will mention a few of its peculiar habits and traits.Mrs. as one innocent heart preached that great sermon to another. pond. and Daisy followed her leader with blind admiration.And you have walked on it in this stateI had a stick.

 and came puffing up to the steps. dusted it.Tell on. sir asked Peter. Take him out. Nat drew his sleeve across his eyes and gave two more quick hard strokes that reddened the hand.The other hurts me. for he was a brave lad. and I like my cook to be very tidy. and mourned for the little thing most dismally.How? asked Nat. especially the older ones. and she used to laugh at his fancy.

Tommy was sleepy.Oh yes and Daisy ran for her hat. The lads called him Old Chirper. and if she found it. who had been reduced to a state of despair by hearing the boys recite their grammar. or if I see and know it without words for Im quick to spy out the good little efforts of my boys you shall have a compartment in the drawer for your treasures. and I would no more send him away now than I would my own Rob. Jo.Once again. go down to supper. then well take a go at the weed. and Dan will be happy there if he chooses to do his best. Im going to ask him in no.

 or pretty clothes on. mounted on the much enduring Toby. and only needs to be taught what to do with them to be as nice a little girl as Daisy. returned Nan.How could you? said Demi. we must be prudent. the black coachman. and all three smacked their lips over it. so I couldnt have it. The dinner was safely put upon the table the six dolls were seated three on a side Teddy took the bottom. while the small door was to be used. anxious tone. If they dont keep their word.