Say to God, “Pray, take my spirit to live with Thee when my body dies and turns into dust.”

CHILD.

Tell me, mamma, if I must die

One day, as little baby died;

And look so very pale, and lie

Down in the pit-hole by his side?

Shall I leave dear papa and you,

And never see you any more?

Tell me, mamma, if this is true: