This was made by one who had suffered much for many years from numberless
little worries, occasioned by a relative, whose affection no doubt was
sincere and devoted, but also too ardent, and wanting in discretion.
There must be moderation in all things, even in the love we manifest, the
care we take to shield them from trouble.
This recipe consists of but four simple rules, very clear, very precise.
Behold them:--
1. _Always leave my friend something more to desire of me._ If he asks me
to go and see him three times, I go but twice. He will look forward to my
coming a third time, and when I go, receive me the more cordially.
It is so sweet to feel we are needed, and so hard to be thought
importunate.