The Mother's Recompense: A Sequel to Home InfluenceD. Appleton, 1851 - 499 pages |
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Page 498 - her recompense, however long deferred." " You are right my Ellen," said Mrs. Hamilton, who had been listening to the conversation some little time unobserved " There are many sorrows and many cares inseparable from maternal love, but they are forgotten, utterly forgotten, or
Page 497 - particularly in sickness or sorrow, if those I so love require my presence, or I feel I may give them comfort or sympathy, at least I may fly to them, for I shall have no tie, no dearer or more imperious duty to keep me from them—are not these considerations enough to render a single life indeed one of happiness, St. Eval
Page 442 - ever regarded as the adopted son of his affections, the darling of his childish years, his gallant, merry Charles. Mordaunt twined his arm in Edward's, and looked up in his face, as if to thank him for the consolation his words imparted. Again there was an expression in his countenance, which sent a thrill to the young man's heart.
Page 182 - If I answer it, what good will it do ? Why should I solve a mystery, that, if you love this Alphingham, as this extreme depression bids me believe, must bring but increase of pain ?
Page 498 - sorry to see your maternal cares rewarded as were poor Mrs. Greville's." " I rather think in the blessedness of the present the past is entirely forgotten." observed Ellen, thoughtfully. " There are cares and sorrows attendant on the happiest lot; but if a mother does her duty, in my opinion she seldom fails to obtain her recompense, however long deferred." " You are right my Ellen,
Page 368 - Mrs. Hamilton was telling her of something she wished her niece to do for her the next morning Ellen was standing in the shade as her aunt spoke; all had left the room except Edward and themselves, and humming a lively air. the former was departing, when turning round to wish her sister good night,
Page 446 - of that strangelyaroused affection became even stronger than before. Edward returned his regard with all the warmth of his enthusiastic nature, strengthened by the manner in which his letters from home alluded to Lieutenant Mordaunt as his preserver; and before their voyage was completed. Mordaunt. in compliance with the young man's earnest entreaty, consented to
Page 475 - A few weeks passed too quickly by, imparting happiness even to Ellen, for had she been permitted the liberty of choosing a wife for her Edward, Lilla Grahame would have been her choice. Deeply and almost painfully affected had she been indeed, when her brother first sought her to reveal the secret of his love.
Page 235 - heart, she said, in a low and gentle voice— Caroline seated herself on a low couch, and closing her eyes on every outward object, she gave herself up to thought. Might she indeed be happy—were the errors of her former years so forgiven, that she would indeed be blessed with the husband of her choice
Page 402 - not to resign my charge in this world till my Saviour calls me; His work has yet to be done on earth, and till He dismisses me, I will cheerfully perform it; till then do not ask me to forsake it.' Mr. Hamilton wrung his son's hand in silence, and never again urged his departure.