And we may draw this wise conclusion thence,
That both were worthy; for kind Providence
Hath so arranged this sweet relationship,
That faithfulness will bring its recompense.
Who sows the seed will aye the harvest reap—
A faithful mother will her son’s affections keep.
VII.
Good mothers make good men. It is a truth
With few exceptions, that the great and good
Have learn’d such lessons in their earliest youth,