"Not in bed yet?" said she.
"No, mamma, we have been eating candy. Did you see papa put it on the bureau?" said Dimple.
"Yes, and I have a piece of news for you. Your Uncle Heath will be here to-morrow."
"Uncle Heath! I am so glad. Is the telegram from him?"
"Yes, it just came, and he will be here to breakfast."
"How long will he stop?"
"Not very long. Now jump into bed and be ready to get up before he reaches here."
"Is your Uncle Heath your papa's brother?" asked Florence, when they were in bed.
"Yes. Oh! Florence, he is so nice."
"Is he young or old?"