Peggy put down the letter.
“Bobbie!” she said.
The boy looked up. “I ain’t got any stars, Peggy,” he wailed tragically. “I want Jinnie and Lafe.”
“I’ve got a letter from Jinnie here,” announced Peggy.
The boy got to his feet instantly.
“When she’s comin’ back?”
“She don’t say, but she sends a lot of kisses and love to you. She had to go away for a few days.... Now 293 don’t snivel!... Come here an’ I’ll give you the kisses she sent.”
He nestled contentedly in Peggy’s arms.
“Let me feel the letter,” came a faltering whisper presently.