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How some have climbed the highest hill,
  And yet have murmur'd all the way,
While others walk along the vale,
  As pleasant as a summer's day.

"My children," he will often say,
  "You know I cannot give you wealth;
But you have riches dearer far,
  And these are innocence and health.

"While thus you live in peace and love,
  Contented with the blessings given,
And grateful to your God, I trust
  He'll fit you for the joys of heaven."

Then, ere we go to bed at night,
  We kneel together while he prays
That God would fill our hearts with love,
  And help us serve him all our days.

But see! while I stand talking here,
  The cars are in—papa has come!
Now you may go and dance at balls,
  But I'll enjoy myself at home.