or does find " too many details " to insure both 

 pleasure and success. Naturally we don't expect 

 a rose garden to shelter us or keep out the rain, 

 as houses are *' supposed " to do, but that is 

 no reason why we should not give it in a measure 

 as conscientious study and thought and con- 

 sideration as we give to the building of a house. 

 ^ A rose garden keeps us young in heart and body, 

 it keeps our spirits bright — it will do much to 

 keep us strong and well, and happy. Fancy any 

 one being sad when cutting roses! 

 ^ A rose garden keeps our minds alert, it dissi- 

 pates our cares and worries, our whole being is 

 thrilled by the loveliness of our flower favorites, 

 and by the joy and enthusiasm of achievement — 

 success! 



^ Is n't all this really worth the careful con- 

 sideration of a few easily followed details? 

 ^ Yet, it is true, the possession of a rose garden 

 is but the first step. To tend and care for it are 

 equally important, so that it may serve its pur- 

 pose — permanent and lasting beauty. Is it not 



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