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Show - 6 - With the two girls running ahead, they climbed the stairway to the upper floors; entering one room after another. By the look on Athena's face, Jim could see that she became more and more pleased with what she saw. They admired the carved fireplaces and lovely walnut paneling. Each was lofty in height and tiny cherubs intertwined in garlands of flowers adorned the ceiling. "It seems so tragic that somewhere along the line the deterioration of this beautiful house could not have been prevented"said Athena. "There are so many questions arising in my mind as to why this should have happened, but we will not dwell on that subject tonight." Jim looked at his wife inquiringly, but did not say anything. One bedroom, in particular, caught Penny's eyes. Again, most of the original furnishings were.there.The huge four-postered bed with its overhead canopy dominated the room. In one corner was a large wardrobe closet and it was ornately carved with figures and flowers. The night stands and dressers were similarly decorated. The entire room was furnished in French Provencial furniture and Penny wondered who the person was that had occupied this lovely room. She suddenly and overwhelmingly realized that it must belong to her and Vicky. bed- Mama, Papa, can this be our room? Please, this is the one that we choose for our own." Penny nudged her sister urgently as she spoke. "Well, I guess it's just as good as any of the others," said Vicky. "I really don't care which one. we have, as long as it is comfortable." "If you feel so strongly about this room in particular, and I can't see much difference in it from any of the others, It's yours." said her father. Penny was elated. She did not try to analyze her strong feelings. She only knew that she would be happy occupying it. |
