It 's less trouble to learn it at second hand . Do n't you ever quarrel with your real beau -- it do n't matter about the sham ones , of course . Do n't take offence at trifles or listen to what other people tell you about him -- outsiders , that is , that want to make mischief . What you think about him is of more importance than what they do . To be sure , you 're too young yet to be thinking of such things at all . But just mind what old Aunt Susanna told you when your time comes . Bertie 's New Year He stood on the sagging doorstep and looked out on the snowy world . His hands were clasped behind him , and his thin face wore a thoughtful , puzzled look . The door behind him opened jerkingly , and a scowling woman came out with a pan of dishwater in her hand . `` Ai n't you gone yet , Bert ? '' she said sharply . `` What in the world are you hanging round for ? '' `` It 's early yet , '' said Bertie cheerfully . `` I thought maybe George Fraser 'd be along and I 'd get a lift as far as the store . '' `` Well , I never saw such laziness ! No wonder old Sampson wo n't keep you longer than the holidays if you 're no smarter than that . Goodness , if I do n't settle that boy ! '' -- as the sound of fretful crying came from the kitchen behind her . `` What is wrong with William John ? '' asked Bertie .
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