英語翻譯
Why Edgar Didn't Have Many Friends
Edgar wondered why he didn't have many friends.The reason was as always taking,never giving,people soon got tired of that.
One day Edgar told Bill,"I'd like to give a party on Saturday.I'd like you to come and bring Martha,too."
"Thanks,Edgar.We'd be happy to come."
"Perhaps you'd be willing to bring your violin.You and Martha sing well together.I'm sure everyone will want you to sing for us."
"We'd be glad to sing.We'll try to learn a few new songs between now and Saturday.We can start practicing this evening."
"Good!Don't forget to practice ' You Are My Sunshine'.That's the one I like best.I want you to be sure to sing that one."
That was how Edgar began to plan his party.Next he asked another friend,Betty,to bring a cake." You make the best cake in the world,Betty,and I prefer to eat your cake than have one from the bakery."Edgar invited several other friends to come to his party.He did not forget to ask something from each one of them.He even asked Jim and Mary Jackson to let him give the party at their house!They agreed to let him.
The party was a big success.However,as the guests were leaving they said "Thank you" to Bill and Martha for the music,Betty Mary for the cake,the Jacksons for the use of the house and to others for their contributions.To Edgar they said simply,"Thanks for the invitation." Everyone knew that was all Edgar managed to contribute!