Between Ourselves

Southland Times, Issue 23444, 26 February 1938, Page 4 (Supplement)

Between Ourselves

Cousin Lawna Black: The second note arrived safely, and you are now a Little Southlander. Did you show your, card to George too? I hope to see a longer letter from you next week.

Cousin Pelican: No, he is not a beautiful bird, but he finds his bill very useful. There is no need to put your age on the letter, as long as you remember it when you are sending entries. Have you been wearing what you made at sewing last year? The child’s frock will be a lovely present for some little girl. Cousin Wee Man: Perhaps you will win a race next time. Everyone could not come first, you know. Did you give some of the sweets to your sister? What are you making at handwork this year? Cousin Sun Star: What a long letter from you this week. Did you make a New Year resolution to write often this year? You are a lucky cousin to have such an enjoyable holiday. Did you see anything while you were away about which you could write for our new corner “Things That Interest Me”? Did you plant any of the ferns yourself?

Cousin Shamrock: I was sorry to hear about your brother. Will he be able to do his school lessons now that his arm is broken? You do seem to be unfortunate. Is the lovebird very lonely now? Cousin Pansy: The badge has been sent, my cousin, and I hope that Mr Postman delivers it safely. It is a very precious package, isn’t it? Did you make the scrap book in which you are putting the furry cats? Cousin Twilight: So that you will not be disappointed, let me know when you are coming to town, and I will be expecting you. What quaint nick-names your little cousins have. Has Topsy a curly black head like her name-sake? Cousin Flower-o -the-Luy: If you have fifty marks, send me your marks book, and the prize of two shillings will be posted to you. You are now an Able Contributor, and may write the letters A.C. after your Cousin Sweet Briar: I shall expect a paragraph next week from the clan secretary. Yours will be the first clan to have a meeting this year. What a busy year this clan has ahead of it. Are you looking forward to having Leonard home again?

Cousin Coronation Lassie: Wish your mother many happy returns of the day for me. Did you give her a surprise too, and see what you could

do for her in the house that day? Mr Postman always knows which is your letter as it is in such a bulky envelope. Cousin Bruno-the-Bear: Can you milk a cow by yourself yet? You must be a great help to father on the farm. Did you find many blackberries? Many of my country cousins went fruit-picking this week, and they were all successful. Cousin Yum Yum: Your holidays were quite eventful, even though you did not stay away from home. No wonder you did not want to run after you had eaten five or six ice creams. Did you laugh when your brother almost sat on the pig? Cousin Cyril: It was good to see so many entries from you, cousin of mine, but you forgot one of the rules, and wrote your story on both sides of the paper. That means that your story will not appear in the Chronicle, although marks will be awarded. Yes, marks books are being kept again this year, and there will be another prize for the neatest one.

Cousin Queen Elizabeth: Have you read the first paragraph in our newcomer “Things That Interest Me”? Perhaps next week there will be something from you, for I am sure you must see lots of things from your window. Why not write a paragraph about the birds, or about your little niece? Cousin White Iris: What an exciting day you had I do not think the grown-ups would enjoy the difficulties as much as you did. Have you been out to watch the milking since you came home? You will soon be about, and as active as you were before your illness. Cousin Cherry Blossom: I have not read the stories yet, but I shall try to remember your request, and mention your entry in the comments. I thought at first that you had written an exceptionally long letter, but then I found your story. I hope to hear from you often this year. How is Joan? Cousin Windsor Lass: I am glad you had such a good time, my cousin. Are you sending for the badge this week? Perhaps when yourismall brother has saved up his pennies he will be able to have one too. Do you like the rain? Cousin Stray Wanderer: I have made a note of your choice for secretary, and I hope to be able to announce her next Saturday. Did you come to see me during the week? There are always many Little Southlanders climbing Sally Staircase on visiting days. Cousin Willie Winkie: Welcome to the Chronicle, my new cousin. Next week you will see the results of the painting competition, and there will be another picture for you to colour. Write to me again soon and tell me about your hobbies and the books you read. Cousin Wilma: A short reply to a short note. Are the stamps for exchange, or just to give away? I

am looking forward to the long letter you promise. Cousin Jim Lamont: Now that you are a Little Southlander I hope you will write to me often, and let me know what you are doing at home and at school. Do you like writing stories or poems? Perhaps you would like to enter for some of the Art Club competitions.