“That’s so,” and Nancy darted back into the store to select one.
When she came out, they wandered on again until they came to a shop where all kinds of gifts were sold.
“Don’t you think it would be nice,” said Jeanette, “if we were all to put together and get some little souvenir for Miss Ashton? It need not be very expensive, but something that she could keep as a memento of this trip.”
“I think that would be fine,” agreed Nancy. “She has been just wonderful to us.”
“So do I,” added Martha. “What shall we get?”
They were inside now, and gazing helplessly at the fascinating array.
“One of these water colors of Nova Scotian scenery,” suggested Jeanette, picking one up as she spoke.
When there were three to be suited, and each picture they looked at was more beautiful than the last, the process of making a decision was a lengthy one. At last, however, it was accomplished to everyone’s satisfaction; and to the relief of the clerk.
“Dear, I’d just love to buy some of these for all my relatives and friends,” said Martha, hanging longingly over a tray of sparkling amethysts.
“I’m going to get a pin for Mother,” said Nancy; “but I’m afraid that will be the extent of my purchases.”