Anne Shirley: Marilla has given me strict instructions not to talk a head off. I do have a habit of chattering on so. Why, if I could imagine myself as a bird, a magpie would probably be the closest thing I could resemble. Oh, Diana, Ive always dreamed of being in a three-legged race at a picnic. Would you do me the honor of being my patner?Diana Barry: But there arent any other girls in it.Anne Shirley: Youre a sturdy looking girl, and Im fast. I know wed stand a good chance.Diana Barry: I guess so.Anne Shirley: Come on!Gilbert Blythe: Hey, Diana, whos your friend?Diana Barry: Anne Shirely.

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