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Tonight, we'll read the next chapter of Goodwives, written by Louisa May Alcott. This is also known as the second half of the Little Women novel and is considered the 32nd

chapter as part of that work as a whole.

Our last episode was the chapter titled, Our foreign correspondent and

correspondent and Amy writes from her travels abroad sharing her

excitement and her travels abroad sharing her excitement and experiences in London and Paris.

She describes sightseeing, social gatherings with friends,

and romantic adventures, including a potential suitor, Fred.

Amy reflects on the practicality of a marriage with Fred, valuing his wealth and status,

while assuring her family that she will make prudent decisions.

This next chapter is titled Tender Troubles. Let's get cozy.

close your bed. Now take a few deep breaths. a few deep breaths. Jow, I'm anxious about Beth.

Jow, I'm anxious about Beth. Why, mother, she has seemed unusually well since the babies came. It's not

her health that troubles me now. It's her spirits. I'm sure there is something on her mind and I want you to

discover what it is. What makes you think so, mother?

She sets alone a good deal, and doesn't talk to her father as much as she used to.

I found her crying over the babies the other day.

When she sings, the songs are always sad ones.

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