"I was always a little irritable.

But I will try to do better.

If he were not so close about money, I could be more patient." While such thoughts were passing through the mind of Mrs.Ellis, a particular friend, named Mrs.Claxton, called to see her.
"Why, bless me, Cara! what's the matter ?" exclaimed this lady, as she took the hand of Mrs.Ellis.

"You look dreadful.

Haven't been sick, I hope ?" "No, not sick in body," was replied.
"Sick in mind.