Dorothy. (taking large package from box). I wonder what’s in this big one. The best way to find out is to open it. (Opens package and holds up eiderdown robe.) O mother, won’t this be nice for you, so warm and comfy! You must try it on right away! (Slips robe over mother’s shoulders.)
Mrs. B. I’ll enjoy this I know! Now for my turn. (Opens box of handkerchiefs.) How dainty and pretty! We’ll divide these, but you mustn’t lose one!
Dorothy. My turn for the fairy gift box. (Opens parcel.) A fur cap for Father! Won’t he be pleased! (Tries cap on.) This looks nicely on me, but I mustn’t be selfish!
Mrs. B. I should hope not, with all the lovely gifts, that you have! (Takes prettily decorated package.) Candy! Well, this is for everybody! I’ll just keep it till father and Rob come back.
Dorothy. (reaching for it). Perishable goods!
Mrs. B. (firmly). I know it will be perishable if I put it where you can get it!
Dorothy. (resigned). Well, I’ll be patient and wait. Now I’ll put back father’s and Rob’s presents, and then I’ll take some of this holly and decorate with it. Dear me! We won’t recognize ourselves!
Mrs. B. (earnestly). I am going to write at once to the Meadowbrooke ladies, and tell them what a beautiful Christmas they have made for us.
Dorothy. I take back all I said about a blue Christmas, and while you write I’m going to try on my new clothes.
CURTAIN.