”It’s amazing how much they’ve changed after only one day!” Mum said.
“Boys do find it easier to behave when they’re dressed nicely.” Mrs Brown replied.
“If I had my way, every boy in my class would be petticoated.”
When we’d finished the dishes, mum said we could take our aprons off.
They fastened with three buttons on the back between our shoulders and a bow at the waist.
After I’d unfastened Peter’s buttons, he unfastened mine.
“Isn’t it sweet how they help each other,” Mum said.
“Now hang your aprons up nicely boys and show Mrs Brown your dresses.”
I plucked up the courage to ask why our teacher was here, in our home.
“Because Granny’s at bridge club tonight…
so Mrs Brown has kindly volunteered to help with your bath.” Mum replied.