Do yer like it, Miss Sara?” she said. “Do yer?” “Like it?”…
““Do yer like it, Miss Sara?” she said. “Do yer?” “Like it?” cried Sara. “You darling Becky, you made it all yourself.” Becky gave a hysteric but joyful sniff, and her eyes looked quite moist with delight. “It ain’t nothin’ but flannin, an’ the flannin ain’t new; but I wanted to give yer somethin’ an’ I made it of nights. I knew yer could pretend it was satin with diamond pins in. I tried to when I was makin’ it. The card, miss,” rather doubtfully, “’t warn’t wrong of me to pick it up out o’ the dust-bin, was it? Miss ‘Meliar had throwed it away. I hadn’t no card o’ my own, an’ I knowed it wouldn’t be a proper presink if I didn’t pin a card on--so I pinned Miss ‘Meliar’s.” Sara flew at her and hugged her. She could not have told herself or anyone else why there was a lump in her throat. “Oh, Becky!” she cried out, with a queer little laugh, “I love you, Becky--I do, I do!” “Oh, miss!” breathed Becky. “Thank yer, miss, kindly; it ain’t good enough for that. The--the flannin wasn’t new.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A child’s heartfelt gratitude for a handmade gift reveals deep affection despite modest means.
In simple terms: Gratitude for a simple, handmade gift shows love.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate sincere gestures, not material value.
Themes
friendship
gratitude
humility
creativity
empathy
Mood
warm
nostalgic
affectionate
Type
literary
conversational
emotional
When to use this quote
- schoolyard play
- family gatherings
- craft projects
- thank‑you moments
Key Concepts
gift-giving
handmade craft
emotional expression
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this gift say about their relationship?
- How do simple gestures strengthen bonds?
A Different Perspective
The quote may romanticize poverty and overlook the giver’s possible need for validation.