It seemed to him he was about to quit the dreary humdrum world of watch-keeping and monthly wages for a region where dwelt those happy beings who had no fixed hours, who made money, who had it "to burn," as they say.
"Command"
William McFee
"But it is all past now, Arthur," said the lady, quickly, and the tears were in her eyes, "we are both too old, my dear brother; and as soon as these visitors are gone, we will forget all disturbing influences, and go back to our happy old humdrum life."
"One Maid's Mischief"
George Manville Fenn
Lastly, of his sister's words respecting disturbing influences, and then settling down to their own happy humdrum life once again.
"One Maid's Mischief"
George Manville Fenn