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`` And not a minute too long ! '' answered his suddenly serious wife . `` You absolutely radiate content , Sue , '' Anna said to her wistfully , the next day . Anna had come early to Oakland , to have luncheon and a few hours ' gossip with her hostess before the family 's arrival for the six o'clock dinner . The doctor 's wife reached the gate in her own handsome little limousine , and Susan had shared her welcome of Anna with enthusiasm for Anna 's loose great sealskin coat . `` Take the baby and let me try it on , '' said Susan . `` Woman -- it is the most gorgeous thing I ever saw ! ''