Gem #27 - Few are Blessed

If we could see things as they are--if we were not deceived by the

masquerade of this poor life--if we were not so easily taken in by the

masks and dresses of those who act in this great drama, be it comedy or

tragedy--if we could but see what the men are behind the scenes, penetrate

their hearts, watch the inner motions, and discern their secret feelings,

we should find but a few who could bear the name of "blessed."