The Art of Doing Without: A Poem

A CUSTOM— AN OPPORTUNITY. 409 making speeches to the parents and relatives of the dead, and in this way we get an opportunity to explain to them the principles of the gospel, and the ordinances thereof. We are also given an opportunity, on such occasions, to give other speeches, necessary for the lifting of the natives to higher ideals of living, and to show them the folly of some of the customs and traditions of their forefathers. While the readers of the Era are enjoying wools, furs, and sleigh-riding, we are eating our new potatoes, strawberries, gooseberries, etc. We wish you all a happy new year. Mahia, New Zealand. THE ART OF DOING WITHOUT. There's a beautiful art that is sadly neglected, And, daily, I wonder to see it rejected By some who'd be healthy, wealthy, and wise, By just condescending to open their eyes, And look at things fairly, with never a pout: I refer to the fine art of doing without. "Why that's nothing wonderful, " maybe you'll say, "I do without things I want, every day." Quite likely you do, but how do you do it? With good grace, or with f ace^like a bluet? For there's a wonderful difference, just jot that down, Between giving up things with a smile, or a frown ; And that is precisely the difference between The artist and bungler — you see what I mean. You can't do as you like? then do as you can. I'm sure you will find it the very best plan. Can't have what you want? take what you can get. No better advice has been patented yet. 'Tis the bravest and blithest and best way by far. Not to let little losses your happiness mar. 'Tis an art that needs practice, of that there's no doubt. But- 'tis worth it — this fine art of doing without. Daniel Connelly. Eureka, Utah.