A Solemn Appeal - Ellen G. White

her children, when they are in the house, is in the
room she occupies. She can then have a general
oversight of them, and be prepared to set little
differences right, when appealed to by them, and
correct wrong habits, or the manifestation of
selfishness or passion, and can give their minds a
turn in the right direction. That which children
enjoy, they think mother can be pleased with, and it
is perfectly natural for them to consult mother in
little matters of perplexity. And the mother should
not wound the heart of her sensitive child by
treating the matter with indifference, or by refusing
to be troubled with such small matters. That which
may be small to the mother is large to them. And a
word of direction or caution, at the right time, will
often prove of great value. An approving glance, a
word of encouragement and praise from the
mother, will often cast a sunbeam into their young
hearts for a whole day.
The first education children should receive
from the mother in infancy, should be in regard to
their physical health. They should be allowed only
plain food, of that quality that will preserve to them
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