her change of sentiments to her aunt, ascribing that change, under Heaven, to her kindness and patience. You may imagine how gratifying this was to Travers, and what an endearing additional bond of union it is between him and Emma. Now she has not a thought, but how to fit herself for that important situation in which she is about to be placed. How different are her preparations from those of my other daughters, when in similar circumstances! Amiable as they were, and marrying, too, from affection, yet how trifling in comparison were the objects to which they looked forward, as the sources of their future happiness. Emma's share of what this world can give, will even be greater than theirs, but how differently does she regard it all; yet I taught them nothing better, nor did I look for religion in those to whom I entrusted their happiness. Emma is anxiously acquiring every information which may enable her to assist Travers in every good work; and also such as may prepare her to join him in drawing that most difficult line, between kindness to worldly people who choose to seek their society, and conformity to their manners and pursuits. But now, my dear Conway, it is twelve o'clock, and I fear I must leave you. Con. I must, then, hear of your other children when we again meet. I trust you will soon see them all of one mind with Emma and yourself. How. And you also, Conway, do you wish the same for yourself? Con. From my soul, I do. How. And will seek, that you you may find.' Con. I will. How. Conway, there is one hour every night, after all my household have retired, that I spend alone; or rather, I should say, with God. Will you meet me at that hour to-night, and spend it with me, seeking the same presence? Con. With you? How. Yes, my dearest friend. We have had intimate union of soul in many pursuits,-why shrink from it in this? Con. I do not shrink from union of soul with you, Howard; but this seems so strange, yet I shall meet you, whatever follows. How. Farewell, then, for a little. My family will again suppose I mean to monopolize you entirely. Let us go to them. THE END. JOHN PILLANS, Printer. |