On the next day, sure enough, a lady called to ask about the character of Jane.
"How long has she been with you?" was one of the first questions asked.
"About six months," replied Mrs. May.
"In the capacity of nurse, I think she told me?"
"Yes. She was my nurse."
"Was she faithful?"
This was a trying question. But it had to be answered promptly, and it was so answered.
"Yes, I think I may call her quite a faithful nurse. She never refused to carry my little boy out; and always kept him very clean."
"She kept him nice, did she? Well, that is a recommendation. And I want somebody who will not be above taking my baby into the street. But how is her temper?"
"A little warm sometimes. But then, you know, perfection is not to be attained any where."