We'll play old-fashioned games, we'll have an old-fashioned treat, and
we'll wear real old-time costumes. It will not be a grand party, but
I believe the children will enjoy it, for it will, at least, be
different from any party that they have ever attended."
Aunt Judith worked all the morning, stitching the hems for the chintz
curtains, and Rose pulled out the bastings, threaded needles, and in
many ways helped to make the pretty things for the little front parlor.
"If it wasn't for school I could come again Monday and help you," Rose
said.
"I shall easily do all that is needed," Aunt Judith replied, "for now
I have a little maid, I have more time for myself, and she said she
would be pleased to help me decorate for the party. I think she really
wishes to have a part in the preparations."
"You have beautiful old china," said Rose, "and the boys and girls
will like the nice things served on such pretty plates."
"Now, go into the next room, and see what I left hanging over a chair.
You may try it on, and then come out here, and let me see you," Aunt
Judith said.
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