I wish, however, to notify my _intention_ of a visit.

I have had a very severe illness since we met, and have not regained my former position, and do not think I ever shall.

I was very, very close upon the gate we must all pass, and I believe a few hours longer of the fever's continuance would have closed the scene.

I don't think I dread to meet death.

I have so largely experienced the goodness of God through (now) a long life, and I feel so deeply, and I trust so humbly, the power of his grace and mercy in Christ, that, I can calmly contemplate the approach of the last hour.