PLAY DAYS
They wandered about disconsolately, trying to invent something new, but all that now seemed worth while was taking place in the vine-covered cottage.
Supper-time came, but no dolls. The girls hoped for a glimpse of the doings when the lamps were lighted, but were doomed to disappointment, for with the first gleam of light the shades were closely drawn.
The occasional shouts of laughter that could be heard was maddening to the "shut-outers."
"I'll tell you what," cried Janie suddenly, "let's go and call on them! It's our turn, for they are our new neighbors."
And away she went, followed by her companions, each closely hugging her bear.
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