'TILLY'S CHRISTMAS', FROM A MERRY CHRISTMAS & OTHER STORIES, LOUISA MAY ALCOTT
"I'M SO GLAD TOMORROW IS CHRISTMAS because I’m going to have loads of presents,” said Kate, glowing with anticipation.
"I'm glad as well, Bessy chimed, "though I don't expect any presents but a pair of mittens."
It was Tilly's turn to speak, and she startled them with her words, "I'm very glad tomorrow is Christmas, even though I shan't have any presents at all."
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