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Show to the nurses in entirety. It could not have been more fitting. She took, for her theme the verse, "We then that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak," giving them, a clear clarion call to service. She reminded them that the diplomas they were receiving were the external evidence of their newly acquired strength, which henceforth they were to uise in service for others. Our beloved and venerable Dr. Goodrich of Peking has recently translated fifty more of the best loved of our hymns, among them being "In the Secret of His Presence." This hymn has been a favorite one from childhood, where I learnfed it at my father's knee, as he would sing it at the piano. So I taught it to the nurses for this occasion, and they sang it very creditably- May they "ever mind and bear the image of the Master in their faces." A few alights ago, in Miss Jevne's honor, before she left for the Language School, we christened our little sittingroom with a "spread," inviting the Tuckers and Dr. Pendleton, and we five medicos enjoyed, a real New England clam chowder ! It came out of a can, to, be sure, but none ever tasted better. For dessert we had a Chinese watermelon, which means that it had yellow inside*, instead of the red that I always w.a^ accustomed to in the East. I purpose to have the nurses come in relays to visit "Wee Hoose," two or three times a month, that we may play together, and strengthen our friendships. I am as firm a believer in the power of the social and spiritual bond with one's pupils, if not more so, than in that represented by authority alone- My A7ietrola, books, the dishes from home, many of them belonging to my mother's wedding dinner set,. beloved pictures, etc., all create an atmosphere which will rest our souls-in the brief snatches of playtime which our busy life affords. A comfortable couch bed furnishes accommodation for the welcome guest. Won't you come and enjoy "Wee Hoose" with us? In closing, I want to give you a little prayer which I have long loved,., the spirit of which I pray shall abide always in my own heart, and in the-hearts of these young men and women who go out from our school. A NURSE'S PRAYER. I dedicate myself to Thee, 0 Ford, my God i This work I undertake Alone in Thy great name, and for Thy sake- I n ministering to suffering I would learn The sympathy that m Thy heart did burn For th ye who on life's weary way Unto diseases divers are a prpy Take, then, mine eyes, and teach them to perceive The ablest way each sick one to relieve. Guide Thou my hands, that e'en their touch may prove The gentleness and aptness born of love. Bless Thou my feet, and while they softly tread May faces smile on many a sufferer's bed. Touch Thou my lips, guide Thou my tongue, Give me a word in season for each one- Clothe me with patient strength all tasks to bear- Crown me with hope and love, which know no fear,. And faith, that coming face to face with death Shall e'en inspire with joy the dying breath. All through the arduous day my actions guide, And through the lonely night watch by my side. So shall I wake refreshed, with strength to pray : "Work in me, through me, with me, Lord, this day!" ANON. With warm greetings from Sinim, MYRA L. SAWYER, R.N. |