nd mother as the Bible
says they should, and will look upon their parents' lives as examples
for them to imitate. See to it that you show yourself a good pattern, in
thought, word, and deed, for them to follow.

CHAPTER XXVII.

USEFUL HINTS.

There is no definite rule whereby parents may control their home, except
to seek advice from God, for no two families have the same environment.
Any method that will bring about the desired result may be applied; but
the method must be systematic and thorough. A positive attitude is good,
and should be encouraged, but harshness ought never to be used. The
latter will tend to discouragement and resentment in the child, while
the former will teach the difference between right and wrong.

Be charitable to your children in regard to their faults and failings,
so that they may learn by your example to be charitable to each other
and to their fellows. Teach them the blessings that charity will bring
to them; show them that it is the greatest of God's gifts and that
without it they will meet many buffetings from their contact with the
world. Remember that Paul speaks of it as "the more excellent way" and
admonishes us to desire it above all things else.

Children must have entertainment. Rich and costly furniture, elaborate
parties, or even guests are not necessary. Children may be entertained
in a very simple manner. What child does not enjoy the old-fashioned
game of hide-and-seek, tag, or some such innocent amusement with Papa
and Mama? It may take a little of your time, but what of that? Do all
you can to make your home the happiest place on earth for your children.

"Yes," says one, "that will do while the children are little; but just
wait until they grow up, and then they will seek other company." I did
not say that they must always stay with you. Of course they will desire
to go from home sometimes. What I mean is that we can make home so
attractive that they will note the difference between it and the outside
world. The interest we take in them will constrain them to remain at
home and to return when away from it. Home! Oh that beautiful word!
Poets have written about it, choirs have sung about it, but who can
fathom the meaning of that little word, home! None but the child who has
been taught to revere, cherish, and enjoy it, and then looking back
remembers the happy years spent in the home circle.

I think that I hear a father say, "When I return from my work, I