Tears of affection mingled with the smile of satisfaction with which I was received by these worthy cottagers.

I dismounted, and was conducted through a neat little garden, part of which was shaded by two large overspreading elm trees, to the house.

Decency and order were manifest within and without.

No excuse was made here, on the score of poverty, for confusion and uncleanliness in the disposal of their little household.

Everything wore the aspect of neatness and propriety.