And then the grain he threshes thus,(5)

And stores away to keep;

And thus he stands contentedly(6)

And views the plenteous heap.

1. Arms extended forward as though holding a plow. 2. A motion as of taking seed out of a bag or basket, and scattering with the right hand. 3. Motion as of cutting with a scythe. 4. Arms curved and extended forward. 5. Hands as though grasping a flail. Strike with some force. 6. Erect position arms folded, or hands on the hips.

THE BIRDS’ PICNIC.

The birds gave a picnic, the morning was fine,