"She is preparing such a nice surprise for dear mamma, Captain Raymond, a miniature of papa which she has been painting on ivory.

I think it looks more like him than any photograph or painted portrait that we have.

And I am sure mamma could not have a more acceptable present.

Besides that, Vi has painted two flower-pieces; one for grandpa and one for grandma." "You have certainly been very industrious, Miss Violet," he remarked.

"I have heard your studio spoken of.