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Show - 17 - For some reason, they felt that it was best not to stir up any more problems. They agreed to forget about it, at least that is how Vicky felt. With Penny it was another matter. Her curiousity was aroused. in&> That even- at dinner, they were relating their adventure to their parents and Vicky mentioned what Tom had said to them. "I believe he's right," said their father. "So please don't wander too far from the house. At least not for awhile, until we know exactly what the situation is concerning the truck gardens. After all, there's a 'No Tresspassing' sign posted." Both parents looked at one another inquiringly, but 3aid nothing more on the subject. Penny wondered about the look that passed between them, but made no comment. After dinner the family went Into the living room to relax. While Jim enjoyed an after dinner drink and read the evening paper, Athena sat down to work on her crocheting, her slender fingers gracefully plying the needle. Her fine patrician features, framed by her luxuriant hair pinned up in a bun, were highlighted by the rosey glow of the lamp beside her. The girls never tired watching their mother at her tasks. Serenity seemed to radiate from her in moments of repose. Penny went over to the piano, which was one of the original pieces in Gaven House, and started to play and sing one of her favorite songs. Some day Vicky would be a famous Fiaminco dancer and she a great opera singer. Such fun to day dream about the adventures yet to come. The furniture in the living room was particularly lovely. Most of the Gaven furnishings had been retained in their original places. A few had been added, but on a whole they blended perfectly. The sofas were upholstered in various shades of pink and gold velvets. Scattered throughout the lovely room were graceful end tables and arranged around them were small upright chairs covered with needlepoint patterns. The |
