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Then she tied several thicknesses of the cord about him and he too was ready for the long drive . `` We rattle when we walk , '' said Twaddles , `` but I guess that is all right . '' They found some pictures that interested them , in the papers remaining on the floor and they stayed in the cellar till , to their surprise , they heard quick feet running overhead and Meg 's voice in the kitchen . `` It must be noon ! '' said Dot , `` Come on , we have to hurry . '' And as they started upstairs , Norah opened the door and called down : `` Lunch is ready -- are you still playing in the cellar ? '' Mother Blossom and Aunt Polly were just sitting down at the dining-room table and Meg and Bobby , who had been upstairs to wash their hands , were in the hall , when the twins marched through the kitchen and slipped into their chairs .