“Where are the cows?” asked Lizzy, looking around. “In the barn, waiting to be milked,” said Farmer Ben. “But they left plenty of cow pies out here yesterday, so watch your step.” To one side of the barn stood the… — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
“Well, what you do with your farm is none of my business,” said Hooper. “It darn sure isn’t!” yelled Ben. “Because your business is… — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
“Ever seen a cow milked by hand in the movies?” he asked. “Certainly,” said Ferdy. “Then I guess you know all you need to,”… — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
“Who’s that? ” she asked Farmer Ben. Ben gave one look and muttered, “Uh-oh. It’s Ed Hooper. I’m almost afraid to ask him what… — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
“Farmer Ben called about an oak table Papa’s repairing for him. They got to talking, and Ben told Papa that the farm has run… — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
“In his three-piece suit and expensive hat, Hooper came stepping across the pasture, being very careful to avoid the cow pies. When he reached… — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
“Of course, we respect your decision, Farmer Ben,” he said. “I’d like to make one last request, if I may. Would you allow us… — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
“There’s one thing about all this I just don’t understand,” he said. “Ed Hooper could have run Farmer Ben’s Market out of business by… — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
“Ferdy, you’re a genius!” “That’s what all the girls say,” said Ferdy. “Boys, too, actually.” — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
“You’re all forgetting about Farmer Ben’s pride,” he said. “I hardly think he’ll allow someone else to name his new market.” The other cubs… — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
“My dad says business isn’t so good right now. He can’t afford to hire anyone. Not even cubs.” “I’m afraid the Bearsonian won’t be… — Stan Berenstain Copy Share Image
