I never speak of it unless compelled; it is too harrowing.

It was a great trial to me; it almost broke my heart to think that she perished miserably so near me, whilst I was in the enjoyment of every luxury.

Oh, if she could only have lived to see me as I am now!" continued he; "but He ordered it otherwise, and we must bow.

'Twas God's will it should be so.
Good bye till evening.

I shall see you again at six." Great was the surprise of Mrs.Ellis and her daughters on learning from Mr.
Ellis, when he came home to dinner, of the events of the morning; and great was the agitation caused by the announcement of the fact, that his friend was to be their guest in the evening.
Mrs.Ellis proposed inviting some of their acquaintances to meet him; but to this project her husband objected, saying he wanted to have a quiet evening with him, and to talk over old times; and that persons who were entire strangers to him would only be a restraint upon them.
Caddy seemed quite put out by the announcement of the intended visit.