I read my little book , felt better , resolved not to let the sun set on my anger , and ran over to tell Laurie I was sorry . I met him at the gate , coming for the same thing . We both laughed , begged each other 's pardon , and felt all good and comfortable again . I made a ` pome ' yesterday , when I was helping Hannah wash , and as Father likes my silly little things , I put it in to amuse him . Give him my lovingest hug that ever was , and kiss yourself a dozen times for your ... TOPSY-TURVY JO A SONG FROM THE SUDS Queen of my tub , I merrily sing , While the white foam rises high , And sturdily wash and rinse and wring , And fasten the clothes to dry . Then out in the free fresh air they swing , Under the sunny sky . I wish we could wash from our hearts and souls The stains of the week away , And let water and air by their magic make Ourselves as pure as they . Then on the earth there would be indeed , A glorious washing day ! Along the path of a useful life , Will heart 's - ease ever bloom . The busy mind has no time to think Of sorrow or care or gloom . And anxious thoughts may be swept away , As we bravely wield a broom . I am glad a task to me is given , To labor at day by day , For it brings me health and strength and hope , And I cheerfully learn to say , `` Head , you may think , Heart , you may feel , But , Hand , you shall work alway ! '' Dear Mother , There is only room for me to send my love , and some pressed pansies from the root I have been keeping safe in the house for Father to see . I read every morning , try to be good all day , and sing myself to sleep with Father 's tune . I ca n't sing ` LAND OF THE LEAL ' now , it makes me cry . Everyone is very kind , and we are as happy as we can be without you . Amy wants the rest of the page , so I must stop . I did n't forget to cover the holders , and I wind the clock and air the rooms every day . Kiss dear Father on the cheek he calls mine . Oh , do come soon to your loving ... LITTLE BETH Ma Chere Mamma , We are all well I do my lessons always and never corroberate the girls -- Meg says I mean contradick so I put in both words and you can take the properest .
XXXXX is a great comfort to me and lets me have jelly every night at tea its so good for me Jo says because it keeps me sweet tempered .
Amy Father Laurie Mamma Meg Queen contradick day morning properest