The Story of My Life
Helen had frequent outbursts of temper. But while traveling she remained happy throughout. How?
Chapter 3
Chapter 3
I think there was so much new stimulus on the train. Anne did not feel bored or alone.
The journey, which I remember well, was very pleasant. I made friends with many people on the train. One lady gave me a box of shells. My father made holes in these so that I could string them, and for a long time they kept me happy and contented. The conductor, too, was kind. Often when he went his rounds I clung to his coat tails while he collected and punched the tickets. His punch, with which he let me play, was a delightful toy. Curled up in a corner of the seat I amused myself for hours making funny little holes in bits of cardboard.