Americans do seem to say things which make the English notice England.

Only half a page left now. Shall I fill it with 'I love you, I love you'-- like father's page of cats on the mat? No. Even a broken heart doesn't warrant a waste of good paper.

There is something revolting about the way girls' minds so often jump to marriage long before they jump to love.

The tea was a comfort - and by that time I more than needed comfort.

Perhaps it would really be rather dull to be married and settled for life. Liar! It would be heaven.

I write this sitting in the kitchen sink.

Father says hot water can be as stimulating as an alcoholic drink and though I never come by one...I can well believe it.