They are second or third cousins, and we've never seen them, but they are our mother's people, and I have always wanted to see where she was brought up.

However, we can settle all that later on....
"I feel myself quite an old resident in Priorsford now, and have become acquainted with some of the people--well-to-do, hospitable, not at all interesting (with a few exceptions), but kind.
"The Jardines remain my great interest.

What a blessing it is when people improve by knowing--so few do.

I see the Jardines once every day, sometimes oftener, and I like them more every time I see them.
"I've been thinking, Biddy, you and I haven't had a vast number of people to be fond of.

There was Aunt Eleanor, but I defy anyone to be fond of her.