  What did it matter after that If Helen’s head and Helen’s hat Were badly damaged by the fall? The pumpkin was not harmed at all! “Cheer up!” cried Carl. “Nell, do not cry! It still will make a monstrous pie. Your hat’s all right. ’Twas pretty old, And mother, I am sure, won’t scold!” They dried their tears and soon did start To seek their steed and broken cart. Towser, who waited them hard by, But wagged his tail and winked his eye! |
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