He gave a quick sigh of relief.
"Thank God for that sentiment!" he returned earnestly.
CHAPTER XIII.
The happiness derived from doing our duty is the greatest joy the world affords.
"How I miss Brother Hallock and Brother Johnson!" exclaimed Anna, as she and Venna settled down to a quiet afternoon with their sewing and books.
"Yes, we will all miss their influence—even babe," returned Venna, looking at little Anna playing on her pillow.
Baby smiled her assent.
Anna leaned over and kissed her.
"My precious little angel!" she said, hugging her wee one tight. "You know, Venna, I always called her 'angel,' but now my pet name for her has a significance!"
"Yes," replied Venna, "how much more beautiful life seems, now that we have learned so many wonderful truths. You know, Anna, life has a different perspective for me now. When I think of the wonderful purpose God had in placing us here and the short period of probation that our lives afford us, I have no other thought than to do my highest duty."