A smile or look of sympathy was ever ready to meet the often uncontrolled expressions of delight which Emmeline could not suppress, for in thus listening to the compositions of our great masters, even those much older than Emmeline can seldom entirely command their emotions.

Natural as were the manners of Caroline in public, they almost resembled art when compared with those of her sister.

Mrs.Hamilton's lesson on self-control had not been forgotten.

Emmeline generally contrived to behave with perfect propriety, except in moments of excitement such as these, where natural enthusiasm and almost childish glee would have their play, and her mother could not, would not check them.
With regard to Ellen, the thoughtless remarks of the world were indeed unfounded, as all who recollect the incidents detailed in former pages will readily believe.

Her health still continued so delicate as frequently to occasion her aunt some anxiety.