Child, Lydia Maria, 1802-1880 · New York : Clark Austin & co. · leaf 207
again, whateer my want,Eer find so safe a confidant ? But past the time for childish toys—I feel that there are higher joys ;And things once dim and undefined,Now shed clear light upon my mind.Ive learnd to listen to the voiceOf conscience ; and my heart makes choiceOf precious things, that teach… … THE GIRLS OWN BOOK. 203 NEEDLE-WORK PLAIN SEWING. There is no accomplishment of any kind more desirablefor a woman, than neatness and skill in the use of a needle.To some, it is an employment not only useful, but absolutelynecessary; and it furnishes a tasteful amusement to all. Thefirst and most…
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