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"YES, indeed," said Patty, pleasantly. "And then a broad-leafed hat, with ribbons from the edge of the brim, tied under my chin,--or, perhaps chiffon ties. Which would you have, Patty?" "Yes, indeed," said Patty, in a voice of enthusiasm, but not looking up from her book. "Oh, Patty, you silly! Now, listen. Look at these plates, and pick out the prettiest hat so I may get it for the garden-party." Lady Kitty spread out the sheets of millinery designs, and still absorbed in her reading, Patty lifted her hand and, without looking, pointed a finger at random till it rested on one of the pictured hats. "That one! Why, Patty, you're crazy! I couldn't wear that pudgy little turban,--I want a big sun-hat. Would you have a straw or lace?"