In the woman's hand is the key to home-happiness, but it is folly to assert that all lies with her.

Let it be felt from the beginning that her station is a difficult one, that her duties are important, and that judgment and skill must guide their performance; let boys be taught the honor that lies in such duties,--and there will be fewer heedless and unappreciative husbands.

On the other hand, let the woman remember that the good general does not waste words on hindrances, or leave his weak spots open to observation, but, learning from every failure or defeat, goes on steadily to victory.

To fret will never mend a matter; and "Study to be quiet" in thought, word, and action, is the first law of successful housekeeping.
Never under-estimate the difficulties to be met, for this is as much an evil as over-apprehension.

The best-arranged plans may be overturned at a moment's notice.