For my sake, dear, if not for your own," she continued, in gentler and tenderer tones, "try to be more reasonable and more hopeful.

Don't lose your trust in the future, and your trust in God.

God, who has saved my husband, can save Frank.

While there is doubt, there is hope.

Don't embitter my happiness, Clara! Try to think as I think--if it is only to show that you love me." She put her arm round the girl's neck, and kissed her.