Elizabeth Gilbert Quote

A stranger came out to White Acre one day to sell Henry a pony, for Alma to learn to ride. The pony's name was Soames, and he was the color of sugar icing, and Alma loved him immediately. A price was negotiated. The two men settled on three dollars. Alma, who was only six years old, asked, Excuse me, sir, but does that price also include the bridle and saddle which the pony is currently wearing?The stranger balked at the question, but Henry roared with laughter. She's got you there, man! he bellowed, and for the rest of that day, he ruffled Alma's hair whenever she came nearer, saying, What a good little auctioneer I've got as a daughter!

Elizabeth Gilbert

A stranger came out to White Acre one day to sell Henry a pony, for Alma to learn to ride. The pony's name was Soames, and he was the color of sugar icing, and Alma loved him immediately. A price was negotiated. The two men settled on three dollars. Alma, who was only six years old, asked, Excuse me, sir, but does that price also include the bridle and saddle which the pony is currently wearing?The stranger balked at the question, but Henry roared with laughter. She's got you there, man! he bellowed, and for the rest of that day, he ruffled Alma's hair whenever she came nearer, saying, What a good little auctioneer I've got as a daughter!

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About Elizabeth Gilbert

Elizabeth Gilbert (born July 18, 1969) is an American journalist and author. She is best known for her 2006 memoir Eat, Pray, Love, which has sold over 12 million copies and has been translated into over 30 languages. The book was also made into a film of the same name in 2010.