noon
She may say a quick word on the impulse of the moment , but she makes up for it afterward by her loving ways . `` It is n't the week for doing this closet , Amy , '' said Laura . `` Why did n't you tell mamma so ? You wanted to paint in your roses and clematis before noon , did n't you ? I think it mean . Things are so contrary , '' and Laura sighed . `` Oh , never mind , dear !