304. Sympathizing with a Confirmed Invalid.
S——, August 27, 19—.
Dear Mrs. Silverton:—
I was deeply distressed to learn from your niece, Gertrude, of your continued indisposition. Had hoped that by this time you would have been fully restored to health. But the ways of Providence are inscrutable, and all we can do is to bow in submission to the Divine will, assured that these chastenings of affliction are not sent in anger, but are proofs of a loving Father's care. "His paths are in the sea, and His footsteps are in the deep waters." He causeth "all things to work together for good" to those who put their trust in Him. But I need not remind you of these sources of comfort in the day of your trial and sorrow. Your long experience in the Christian life will suggest to you a thousand secret springs of gracious consolation. It is not necessary to assure you how ardently we all desire your speedy return to health. With tender sympathy and many earnest prayers
I am, dear Mrs. Silverton,
Yours affectionately,
Mary Dinsmore.
305. From a Daughter, Announcing the Death of Her Mother.
D——, May 18, 19—.
Dear Aunt Mary:—