She was very thankful that her son had gone safely through the battle, and since he must fight in war, which was terrible in any aspect, she was glad that he had borne himself bravely.

She was glad that Colonel Kenton had escaped capture.

Her brother-in-law was always good to her and was a good man.

She had also received a letter from his son, her nephew, written from Richmond, She loved Harry Kenton, too, and sympathized with him, but she could not see how both sides could prevail.
Dick read the letter over and over again and there was a warm glow about his heart.

What a brave woman his mother was! She said nothing about his coming back home, or leaving the war.