human
I never could do it, Aunt Lucinda. Never, in a thousand years. I know I couldn't. I hate sewing.
gpt
Then I fear you could never have a linen closet like this, Blue Bonnet. Mending represents but a small part of the detail and system necessary to good housekeeping.
human
But, maybe, perhaps I could hire some one. Couldn't I, don't you think?
gpt
You certainly could not instruct servants if you did not know how to work, yourself. That would be quite impossible. Could your teachers have imparted their knowledge to you if they, themselves, had not been students?
human
I shall employ a trained housekeeper,
gpt
Then you will miss the joy that comes through laboring with your own hands--the joy of accomplishment, Blue Bonnet. I hope you will change your mind.
human
Delia has overlooked these in my absence, she said, almost apologetically.
gpt
Linen should always be mended carefully before it is put away.