6/10 They all stood by the bedside--Amos nearest to her, holding Chubby and Dickey. But she motioned for Patty to come first, and clasping the poor pale child by the hand, said,--'Patty, I'm going away from you. Comfort him; and take care of your little brothers and sisters. God will help you.' Patty stood perfectly quiet, and said, 'Yes, mamma.' The mother motioned with her pallid lips for the dear child to lean towards her and kiss her; and then Patty's great anguish overcame her, and she burst into sobs. |