Shoes are Expensive

　　The walked along the harbour wall, but Polly didn't jump up on it as she usually did. Instead, she dragged the toes of her shoes on the cobbles.

　　"I also think," said Polly, "you should not have another baby while I am at school."

　　"OK, I won't do that," said Mummy.

　　"Good," said Polly. "Because, you know. You already have me and Neil. And that is Quite Enough."

　　"I agree," said Mummy. "Also, shoes are expensive."

Polly and the Puffin, The New Friend, P18-19
Jenny Colgan
ISBN 978-1-5102-0090-6