"Nothing is prettier than rainbows and roses," Mable giggled, and followed Nettie to a table with smaller cloths.  They were all very bland and boring - perfect for her to use as practice!  Some of them were even very soft, and Mable couldn't resist touching them to her cheek.

"Miss Nettie, are these very expensive?  They're so lovely!  Promise me you aren't spending very much on me.  I still feel very bad about being rude to you earlier."