Thought for August 8

[Thought for the Day]

     In a home where harsh, fretful, scolding words are spoken, a child
cries much; and upon its tender sensibilities are impressed the marks of
unhappiness and discord. Then, mothers, let your countenance be full of
sunshine. Smile, if you can, and the infant's mind and heart will reflect
the light of your countenance as the polished plate of an artist portrays
the human features. Be sure, mothers, to have an indwelling Christ so that
on your child's plastic mind may be impressed the divine likeness.
Adventist Home, p. 436