CHAPTER III—CONSUMPTION.
Beneath her father's roof we see them next,
And at the altar plight their faith—each heart
By love firm bound, and yet by love left free.
The years roll by and for the staff of life
They live on love. They need conveniences,
And love provides them all. Their luxuries
Are daily feasts of love. There are some days
When, overcome by care and household toils,
Her heart is faint, but when she seeks his side