“I don’t want to leave tomorrow,” said Benny. “Watch and I want to stay here forever.” “I wish we could stay too, Benny,” Grandfather Alden said. “But it’s time to go home. We’ll come back again, though.” “You are always welcome,” Nora said. “In fact, I’m thinking of renaming Black Bear Cabin. I ...
Benny climbed up the ladder to change the letters. He said, “I hate to take The Watch Alden down. But you’ve had your day, Watch. Today it will be The Mrs. McGregor." When Benny climbed down, Henry was saying, “I wish we could find out why those horses are so thin. We know that Mr. April pays Sam...
But for Jessie, their visit was extra special. She was sharing her room with Tipper. Each night, after they turned out the lights, the two of them would talk in the dark until they drifted off to sleep. Jessie loved these cozy times. “I feel so much better after running the clinic today,” Tipper ...
Old Faithful, the most famous geyser in the world, was about to perform again. “Look at all the people hurrying so they won’t miss it,” Violet said, leaning against the windowsill. Benny knelt on a chair to get a better view. “Can we go outside and see it up close?” “Sure thing,” Henry said. In n...
I’m thirsty, thought Violet sleepily, waking from a deep sleep. It was very late. Violet got her flashlight and water glass from by the bed and went to the bathroom to fill the glass. Back in her room, she sat down on the edge of her bed, turned off the flashlight, and took a sip of cool water. S...
“I can’t believe we didn’t notice this before,” said Steve, at last. “It’s so dark back here in this corner that you wouldn’t notice unless you came and stood right in front,” said Jessie. “The old copper hose nozzle is gone,” said Violet. “And that really tall speaking trumpet,” added Henry. “I’...
When the Aldens arrived at breakfast the next morning, Cousin Mary and Grandfather Alden were discussing future plans for Pineapple Place. Well, Mary, I’m sorry I couldn’t arrange that bank loan on this trip. I know how disappointing that is,” Mr. Alden said. “But I found out that the senator wil...