CHAP. XXIII.—TOM DANCES AT MATTY S WEDDING
AND MAKES A SPEECH,

MP ATTY was going to be married, and

there was to be a dance in the farm-

 

kitchen, and Tom was invited togo, Though
he had learnt a good many dancing steps,
he generally forgot all about them as soon
as the music struck up, and only jumped
about in the way that made him feel happiest.
When he went in, the farm-kitchen was quite
full of people, all ready to begin to dance.
and be happy. Matty had a green gown on,
and no apron, and her hair was _ brushed
smooth, and her sleeves were not tucked up,
but pulled down to her wrists.

“I’m so glad you're happy,” said Tom.
“Old Benjamin will be so glad. I’m happy.
also. Everybody seems happy.”