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The Rose Family.
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Blush, Brier, and Moss drew closer still; and, folding their arms more tenderly about her, whispered, as they showed the magic drops glittering in their little bosoms: "See, dear mamma, here lies the talisman; for the strong, sweet spell that conquered passion, vanity, and indolence, and led us safely home, was our great love for you."