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After the flowers are gathered, 
No more of earth's decay;
After the deep heart sorrow,
An end of every strife;
After the daily crosses
A glorious crown of life."
Sing this song, dear Ida, -
"Amid the trials which I meet,
Among the thorns that pierce my feet,
One thought remains supremely sweet,
Thou thinkest, Lord, of me!
Let sorrows come, let sorrows go,
Let life be bright, or dark with woe, -
I am content, for this I know, -
Thou thinkest, Lord, of me!
This is Mr. Grimke's communion blessing: I send it to you and Carroll - "Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead, our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do His will: working in you that which which is well-pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ; To whom be glory for ever and ever, Amen." Erminie and Aunt Lizzie send love. "God be with you till we meet again."
Your loving and sorrowful,
Grace

[[right margin]] Here is a word for Carroll: - "My grace is sufficient for thee, for my strength is made perfect in weakness." Also: "The joy of the Lord is your strength. [[/right margin]]