as fate.

Before they left, that greedy man
Took all the cash they had,
And turned their pockets inside-out
(Which made Selina mad).

How different their coming home
From their gay start at morn;
They creep along--a sorry sight--
Bedraggled and forlorn.

He knows he showed a want of pluck,
Whatever she may say;
She feels that it was all her fault
For having a birthday.

[Illustration]

[Illustration]

But--once at home--the ruddy blaze
Each drooping spirit cheers;
Sam sets Selina by the fire
And wipes away her tears.

He draws her closer to his side;
He tootles on a comb,
And sings her, as her sobs subside,
A verse of "Home, Sweet Home."

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