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Show Chapter 7 A CAREER BEGINS, A DIARY ENDS We are not informed as to when Ellis responded to this "purely disinterested kindness," but on May 12 she is already in Dr. Young's home-almost two weeks prior to the birth of her little girl on May 25, 1877. For the first time there is no journal entry for her May 5 wedding anniversary-a fact which may be accounted for in the upheaval attendant upon moving. May 25th 1877 Another priceless gem added to my jewels. At twelve minutes to seven a.m. my second little daughter was born. How perfectly--how wonderfully have I been blessed. To Thee Oh Father, do my praises and thanksgiving go forth. During my suffering I missed my husband, oh so much, for his sympathy lightens every pang, but my new friends are indeed true friends for nothing was left undone that could add to my comfort and well being. And Sister Pratt! I shall never forget her unparalleled kindness and attention to me. What a consolation to have one of my own faith near me. Without her presence I should have felt so much more alone. But in this as in all else my Father has been so merciful. May Heaven grant me power to do the good to others that I have had done unto me. Sweet little Plea. One more of Heaven's best gifts is mine, precious innocent babe...1 Two weeks later she is "gradually regaining" her strength, is able to go up and down stairs, and thinks it will not be long until she will have "perfect health." In this month of confinement, Ellis has been cheered by frequent letters from her husband, has had no worries nor annoyances, and has been the recipient of every possible care and attention that could add to her comfort and restore her health. |