It saves a great deal of trouble and it simplifies everything beautifully . I had always disliked men . It must have been born in me , because , as far back as I can remember , an antipathy to men and dogs was one of my strongest characteristics . I was noted for that . My experiences through life only served to deepen it . The more I saw of men , the more I liked cats . So , of course , when the Rev. Allan asked me if I would consent to take a class in Sunday School , I said no in a fashion calculated to chasten him wholesomely . If he had sent his wife the first time , as he did the second , it would have been wiser . People generally do what Mrs. Allan asks them to do because they know it saves time . Mrs. Allan talked smoothly for half an hour before she mentioned the Sunday School , and paid me several compliments . Mrs. Allan is famous for her tact . Tact is a faculty for meandering around to a given point instead of making a bee-line . I have no tact . I am noted for that . As soon as Mrs. Allan 's conversation came in sight of the Sunday School , I , who knew all along whither it was tending , said , straight out , `` What class do you want me to teach ? '' Mrs. Allan was so surprised that she forgot to be tactful , and answered plainly for once in her life , `` There are two classes -- one of boys and one of girls -- needing a teacher . I have been teaching the girls ' class , but I shall have to give it up for a little time on account of the baby 's health . You may have your choice , Miss MacPherson . '' `` Then I shall take the boys , '' I said decidedly . I am noted for my decision .
`` Since they have to grow up to be men it 's well XXXXX train them properly betimes .
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