ds me of the mistletoe bough.
Mistletoe abounds here.
Old, leafless trees are covered and green with it. It was in blossom a week or two ago, if we may call its white wax-like berries blossoms.
They are known as Christmas blossoms.
The vine takes root in the bark — in any crack, hole, or crevice of the tree-and continues green all winter.
The berries grow in clusters.
January, 16
I have as guests Mr. and Mrs. Johnson House, my old neighbors.
They have come from their quiet home in Ohio to look over a battle-field, and I take pleasure in showing them the points of interest.
Mr. House, with great frankness, tells me, in the presence of my staff, that he had been afraid I was not qualified for the high position I hold, and that I was getting along too fast; but he now feels satisfied that I am capable and worthy, and would be well pleased to see me again promoted.
I introduced my friends to Lieutenant Van Pelt, of Loomis' battery, and Mr. House asked: Lieutenant, will these