human
Have you been lying beside me all night, mamma?
gpt
Yes, Gracie. You have had a long sleep, dear; do you feel quite rested?
human
Yes, mamma, I feel very well. This is such a nice soft bed, and I like to sleep with you. May I always?
gpt
For all winter, I think, dear. I like to have your papa's baby girl by my side.
human
I'm very much obliged to him for finding me such a sweet, pretty new mamma. I told him so one day,
gpt
Did you? Violet asked with an amused smile;
human
Nothing; he just smiled and hugged me tight and kissed me ever so many times. Do you know what made him do that, mamma?
gpt
Because he likes to have us love one another. And so we will, won't we, dear?
human
Yes, indeed! Mamma, I feel a little hungry.
gpt
I'm glad to hear it, for here comes Agnes with a glass of nice rich milk for you. And when you have drunk it she will wash and dress you. We will all have to hurry a little to be ready in good time for breakfast, she added, springing from the bed and beginning her toilet.
human
Grandpa Dinsmore never likes to have us late.
gpt
Miss Rosie and Miss Lulu's up and dressed and gone into Miss Elsie's room, Miss Wilet,
human
Ah, that is well, said Violet, with a pleased look.
gpt
Lulu has stolen a march on us, Gracie.