December 14

As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.--GAL. vi, 10.

Despise not thou small things :

The soul that longs for wings

To soar to some great height of sacrifice, too oft

Forgets the daily round,

Where little cares abound,

And shakes off little duties while she looks aloft.

Character is being tested every day. One of the best tests is opportunity. The opportunity of assisting the man who had fallen among thieves tested and revealed the true character of the priest, the Levite, and the Good Samaritan.

There is always some one to smile at; somebody to whom a book, a flower, or even an old paper will be a boon. These small attentions will open the way to confidence, will make it possible that in need these friends will give you opportunities to help them, which, unless you had shown thoughtfulness and regard for them they could never have done. A quiet, sympathetic look or smile many a time unbars a heart that needs the help which you can give.

JOSEPHINE POLLARD.