The great object of life is not happiness; and, when we have lost our own personal happiness, we have not lost all that life is worth living for.

No, John, the very best of life often lies beyond that.

When we have learned to let ourselves go, then we may find that there is a better, a nobler, and a truer life for us." "I _have_ given up," said John in a husky voice.

"I have lost _all_." "Yes," replied Grace, steadily, "I know perfectly well that there is very little hope of personal and individual happiness for you in your marriage for years to come.

Instead of a companion, a friend, and a helper, you have a moral invalid to take care of.