We were apt to "foy" at our work to the extent of grudging meal-times and sleep.

Indeed, at one time a habit obtained with us of leaving the table in turn as we finished our respective meals.

One member of the family after another would rise, bend his or her head for a silent "grace," and depart to the work in hand.

I have known the table gradually deserted in this fashion till Mr.Arkwright was left alone.

I remember going back one day into the room, and seeing him so.