I quickly left that wretched room,

And went with cheerful feet,—

And very soon was back again,

With food enough to eat.

“I thought God heard me,” said the boy,—

I answered with a nod,—

I could not speak, but much I thought

Of that child’s faith in God.

I hope you will like the story that I have written: I like it very much. M. C.

LITTLE LEAVES FOR LITTLE READERS.