The boys constantly forgot to call her "auntie," but remembered the title of "great," and the precious old lady was just as well pleased to have them call her "Great Patience."
When she bade them good-by, they both cried, though Fred was very private about his tears; and both boys declared that the best visitors they ever had were "Great Patience and her little red lion."
Mamma.
CROSSING THE BROOK.
| Over the stepping-stones, one foot and then another; |
| And here we are safe on dry land, little brother. |