Mother says no one so poor he can't do a
little for some one poorer yet.
_Sunday_.--Heard Parker on "Individuality of Character," and liked it
much. In the eve I went to his house. Mrs. Howe was there, and Sumner
and others. I sat in my usual corner, but Mr. P. came up and said, in
that cordial way of his, "Well, child, how goes it?" "Pretty well,
sir." "That's brave"; and with his warm handshake he went on, leaving
me both proud and happy, though I have my trials. He is like a great
fire where all can come and be warmed and comforted. Bless him!
Had a talk at tea about him, and fought for him when W. R. said he was
not a Christian. He is my _sort_; for though he may lack reverence for
other people's God, he works bravely for his own, and turns his back on
no one who needs help, as some of the pious do.
_Monday, 14th_.--May came full of expectation and joy to visit good
aunt B. and study drawing. We walked about and had a good home talk,
then my girl went off to Auntie's to begin what I hope will be a
pleasant and profitable winter. She needs help to develop her talent,
and I can't give it to her.
Went to see Forrest as Othello. It is funny to see how attentive all
the once cool gentlemen are to Miss Alcott now she has a pass to the
new theatre.
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