Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 180
it is with us. A gentle rain isnot regarded, and I have heard two men, standingunder umbrellas in a drizzling sprinkle, remark toeach other that it was a fine day. I wish my young companions to see for them-selves what real rural life and rural scenery is inEngland, and so I shall take them with me… … _ -~::-w> AN ENGLISH THATCHED COTTAGE. not pleasant to be caught in a shower whenone least expects it, or to go out in the rainbecause it will be of no use to wait until therain is over; but, on the other hand, it is de-lightful to look upon the charming country whichsprings up under a…
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