"I was very unwise to let you go among people of whom I know so little, kind, I dare say, but worldly, ill-bred, and full of these vulgar ideas about young people.

I am more sorry than I can express for the mischief this visit may have done you, Meg." "Don't be sorry, I won't let it hurt me.

I'll forget all the bad and remember only the good, for I did enjoy a great deal, and thank you very much for letting me go.

I'll not be sentimental or dissatisfied, Mother.

I know I'm a silly little girl, and I'll stay with you till I'm fit to take care of myself.