Mr. Noakes is the caretaker of the Secret Garden where Tom and Lily find refuge. He helps them discover the healing powers of nature and encourages them to spend time outdoors, connecting with the beauty of the garden. He provides guidance and support as they navigate their emotions and find solace in their surroundings.
Because they don't want to spoil the kind, old women Mrs.Htaching's happiness
Because they don't want to spoil the kind, old women Mrs.Htaching's happiness
They thought that if they found sunshine they would be blessed. Mr. Noakes said that if he found permanent sunshine he would build a trailer site, country club, and holiday camp there because it would be a blessed place and they would also be blessed for living there.
Mr. Noakes believes that Tom and Lily have found sunlight because they exhibit a sense of joy and freedom that is associated with experiencing sunlight for the first time. Their behavior and expressions indicate to him that they have indeed found what they were seeking.
Earlier in the story, Mr. Noakes says "If I could find a bit of sunshine near here, permanent bit that is, dja know what I'd do?" The young people looked at him inquiringly across the bread and margarine. "Lido, trailer site, country club, holiday camp-- you wouldn't know the place." So the answer to your question is--- they knew that if they were to go back to her house, where the sun was, then Mr. Noakes would find it. And Tom reminds Lilly at the end of the Story at she wont be needing it again.
Mr. Noakes
Mr. Noakes is known for being a dedicated and hardworking individual. He is often described as friendly, approachable, and reliable. He has a knack for paying attention to detail and always strives to do his best in whatever he is tasked with.
Tim Noakes was born in 1949.
Vivien Noakes was born in 1937.
Vivien Noakes died in 2011.
George Noakes was born in 1924.
George Noakes died in 2008.