The curl comes out of my hair as
soon as it's in. And it leaves straight wisps sticking out all
over."
"That's just it. To-morrow I'll show you a wiser and a better plan
of curling it."
"I wish you would, Patty. There are lots of things I want you to
advise me about, if you will."
This showed an unusually docile spirit in Mona, and Patty began to
think that she might help the girl in many ways during their stay
together.
They turned in at the Sayres' beautiful home, and found the
grounds gaily decked for the garden party. Bunting and banners of
various nations were streaming here and there. Huge Japanese
umbrellas shaded rustic settees, and gay little tents dotted the
lawn.
The girls went to the veranda, where Mrs. Sayre and her two
daughters were receiving their guests. There they were introduced
to several out-of-town visitors who were staying with the Sayres.
Captain Sayre, in a most impressive looking white uniform, asked
Patty to walk round the grounds with him.
"For," said he, as they strolled away, "there's nothing to do at a
garden party BUT walk round the grounds, is there?"
"Indeed there is!" cried Patty. "There's lots to do. There's
tennis and croquet and quoits and other games I see already.
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