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will gobble him up and then we’ll be left and have to turn to and break in another green preacher. But I don’t see the use of meeting trouble half-way, do you, Marilla? I think it would be better just to enjoy Mr. Allan while we have him.

Q17 —on Sunday afternoons, that is, when I think specially about such matters.

R17. I feel it’s a great responsibility because I have only the one chance. If I don’t grow up right I can’t go back + begin over again. I’ve grown two inches this summe[r], Marilla. Mr. Gillis measured me at Ruby’s party. I’m so glad you made my new dresses longer. That dark green one is so pretty and it was sweet of you to put on the flounce. Of