midday
Oh dear , one never had peace , owing to the child . * * * * * * * * * * * * * They had had a splendid time out of doors . The lake that lies below the villas like a calm eye between the dark edges of the woods was frozen ; Wolfgang and half of his form had been skating there . Käte had also walked up and down the shore for some time after their midday meal , watching her boy . How nicely he skated already . He was more secure on his legs and skated better than many of the lads who were describing the figure eight and circles , skating in the Dutch style and dancing with ladies . He was always trying to do all kinds of tricks already , he was certainly courageous .