human
I just got the notion into my head that I wanted the Curlytops and some of their playmates out at my place on a holiday visit, he explained,
gpt
he said.
human
Just a bag. And I left that at the station and took the short cut across lots. Good thing I did,
gpt
You must never again go sliding on the ice until you are sure it will hold you, said Mr. Martin to his son.
human
Just because it held up Skyrocket doesn't prove that it will hold you. If you don't promise to be careful I can't let you go to Crystal Lake!
gpt
Oh, we'll be careful!
human
I guess this means that you've made up your mind to let them come with me, is that so?
gpt
I think it will be the best thing that could happen, answered Daddy Martin.
human
Ruth and I must go to see about that property. It will take both of us to clear matters up and save my money. I know the children will be in good hands when they are with you and Aunt Sallie. So we'll let them go.
gpt
And can we take Skyrocket?
human
Oh, yes, I guess so, replied Uncle Toby.
gpt
My two dogs, Tip and Top, have been sold. I haven't as many pets as I had, though Jack, the monkey, Mr. Nip, the parrot, and Snuff, the cat, I have kept. I want them for company.
human
Then if we take our dog it will be just about right, decided Ted.
gpt
We'll leave Turnover, our cat, here with Nora.
human
Yes, she'll need company, said Mrs. Martin.
gpt
And do you really mean it about taking some playmates for Ted and Janet, Uncle Toby?
human
Of course I do! Let Tom and Lola come!
gpt
I'll go tell them!
human
I'll come, too,