human
I simply can't understand you, Linda, she said when they were at the table.
gpt
When you could be having the time of your life this winter! With all the gayety here--and even this new flying club. Why you should want to go off to a school where you will have to mess up your hands with grease and machinery, and practically live in overalls, is beyond me.
human
I know, Aunt Emily--I guess I do seem queer. But to me it's just the _only_ thing to do. There's something inside me that makes me feel as if nothing else is so important--for me.
gpt
There isn't anything so great in this world, he said slowly,
human
Oh, thank you, Daddy!
gpt
But imagine having her away from home all winter! moaned Miss Carlton.
human
Or do you think I should close this house and go and board in St. Louis?
gpt
No, Emily, that won't be necessary, replied Mr. Carlton.
human
It would be a shame to take you away from your friends. Besides, Linda will have her Arrow. I see no reason why she shouldn't fly home every week-end, if she isn't too tired, or too busy.
gpt
Yes, that will be lots nicer, agreed Linda.
human
Because then we'll have real Thanksgiving and Christmas just the same as ever. Can you picture those holidays in a boarding-house?
gpt
Think of Linda alone in a big city like St. Louis, she said.
human
She's too young----
gpt
I'm eighteen now, Linda hastened to remind her.
human
I couldn't try to qualify for a transport license if I weren't. Besides, I won't be alone, and I won't be in a big city. The school is quite far out of St. Louis, and Louise expects to go with me.
gpt
Well, that is better, I must say,
human
And you could go out with the girls, Emily, suggested her brother,
gpt
That is a good idea.
human
Then it's all settled? asked Linda, excitedly.
gpt
When can I start?
human
Next week, I guess, replied her father.
gpt
If that is convenient to you, Emily.