"WAIT A MINUTE"
"Why, you're a reg'lar grumbler!" exclaimed Twinkle.
"That's because I lead a hard life," returned the Stone, dismally. "But don't let us quarrel; it is so seldom I get a chance to talk with one of my own standing in society."
"You can't have any standing, without feet," declared Twinkle, shaking her head at the Stone.
"One can have understanding, at least," was the answer; "and understanding is the best standing any person can have."
"Perhaps that is true," said the child, thoughtfully; "but I'm glad I have legs, just the same."
[Chapter III]
Some Queer Acquaintances
"WAIT a minute!" implored a small voice, and the girl noticed a yellow butterfly that had just settled down upon the stone. "Aren't you the child from the farm?"