`` I forgot that you did n't hear the talk about it up at Cosey Corner . You see we used to sit under the pines and sew , and talk a great deal all the ladies , I mean and I liked it very much . Mother Atkinson thought that everyone should have a trade , or something to make a living out of , for rich people may grow poor , you know , and poor people have to work . Her girls were very clever , and could do ever so many things , and Aunt Jessie thought the old lady was right ; so when I saw how happy and independent those young ladies were , I wanted to have a trade , and then it would n't matter about money , though I like to have it well enough . '' Dr. Alec listened to this explanation with a curious mixture of surprise , pleasure , and amusement in his face , and looked at his little niece as if she had suddenly changed into a young woman . She had grown a good deal in the last six months , and an amount of thinking had gone on in that young head which would have astonished him greatly could he have known it all , for Rose was one of the children who observe and meditate much , and now and then nonplus their friends by a wise or curious remark . `` I quite agree with the ladies , and shall be glad to help you decide on something if I can , '' said the Doctor seriously . `` What do you incline to ? A natural taste or talent is a great help in choosing , you know . '' `` I have n't any talent , or any especial taste that I can see , and that is why I ca n't decide , uncle . So , I think it would be a good plan to pick out some very useful business and learn it , because I do n't do it for pleasure , you see , but as a part of my education , and to be ready in case I 'm ever poor , '' answered Rose , looking as if she rather longed for a little poverty so that her useful gift might be exercised . `` Well , now , there is one very excellent , necessary , and womanly accomplishment that no girl should be without , for it is a help to rich and poor , and the comfort of families depends upon it . This fine talent is neglected nowadays , and considered old-fashioned , which is a sad mistake , and one that I do n't mean to make in bringing up my girl . It should be a part of every girl 's education , and I know of a most accomplished lady who will teach you in the best and pleasantest manner . '' `` Oh , what is it ? '' cried Rose eagerly , charmed to be met in this helpful and cordial way . `` Housekeeping ! '' answered Dr. Alec . `` Is that an accomplishment ? '' asked Rose , while her face fell , for she had indulged in all sorts of vague , delightful dreams .
`` Yes ; it is one of the most beautiful as well as useful of all the arts a woman can XXXXX .
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