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scolding. I did not like it when a person used a too familiar way
in addressing my mother. I was gratified to hear them saying
that I am a reserved person.

Tuesday 8

I was gratified to be addressed ‘lady’. I wanted to be the
only one to speak. I was not at all sorry that I was spoken of
highly; in fact, I added a few more things the same person had
praised me for. I presumed that a friend of mine thought highly
of me.

Wednesday 9

I wished my father had been employed at some public

Administration Office. I was gratified to hear that a friend of
mine devoted more time to sleep than I do. I was glad that
others understood that I was not the one to do a thing quite
badly.

Thursday 10

I listened with pleasure words in praise of me. I was
rather gratified to be seen doing good. I said a few words in
praise of myself. I excused myself.

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