`` But I like to be spoilt , auntie . '' `` I do n't doubt it ; but if you turn out badly when the year is over he will be blamed , and his experiment prove a failure . That would be a pity , would n't it ? when he wants to do so much for you , and can do it if his kind heart does not get in the way of his good judgment . '' `` I never thought of that , and I 'll try not to be spoilt . But how can I help it ? '' asked Rose anxiously . `` By not complaining of the wholesome things he wants you to do ; by giving him cheerful obedience as well as love ; and even making some small sacrifices for his sake . '' `` I will , I truly will ! and when I get in a worry about things may I come to you ? Uncle told me to , and I feel as if I should n't be afraid . '' `` You may , darling ; this is the place where little troubles are best cured , and this is what mothers are for , I fancy '' ; and Aunt Jessie drew the curly head to her shoulder with a tender look that proved how well she knew what medicine the child most needed . It was so sweet and comfortable that Rose sat still enjoying it till a little voice said , `` Mamma , do n't you think Pokey would like some of my shells ? Rose gave Phebe some of her nice things , and it was very good of her . Can I ? '' `` Who is Pokey ? '' asked Rose , popping up her head , attracted by the odd name . `` My dolly ; do you want to see her ? '' asked Jamie , who had been much impressed by the tale of adoption he had overheard . `` Yes ; I 'm fond of dollies , only do n't tell the boys , or they will laugh at me . ''
`` They do n't laugh at me , and they play with my XXXXX a great deal ; but she likes me best '' ; and Jamie ran away to produce his pet .
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