"We'll fix the value of those things when we've had experience," said I. "Now let's get at the figures. I tell you plainly that I don't know what they foot up,—less than $40,000, I hope."
"Don't let's worry about them, no matter what they say."
This from prudent, provident Polly!
"Certainly not," said I, as bold as a lion.
"There are thirty-five items on the debit side of the ledger and a few little ones on the credit side. Hold your breath while I add them.
"I have spent $44,331 and have received $953, which leaves a debit balance of $43,378."
"That isn't so awfully bad, when you think of all the fun you've had."
"Fun comes high at this time of the year, doesn't it, Polly?"
"Much depends on what you call high. You have waited and worked a long time for this. I won't say a word if you spend all you have in the world. It's yours."
"Mine and yours and the children's; but I won't spend it all. Seventy or seventy-five thousand dollars, besides your house and barn money, shall be my limit. There is still an item of interest to be added to this account.