human
Now you see, Lu, that papa does love us as well as ever,
gpt
Did she doubt it?
human
She thought the new baby would steal all your love,
gpt
Silly child! said her father, drawing her closer and giving her another kiss.
human
Do you think my heart is so small that it can hold love enough for but a limited number? Did I love Max less when you came? or you less when our Heavenly Father gave Gracie to us? No, daughter; I can love the newcomer without any abatement of my affection for you.
gpt
Papa, I'm sorry I said it. I won't talk so any more; and I mean to love the baby very much,
human
Well, Max, my son, what is it?
gpt
Papa, I--I--Did you get my letter and diary I sent you last month?