It will be rather difficult to say much of my beloved father, he being of a very reticent nature; however, there are some facts we are aware of. He was born of parents who were devoted to the Church, therefore he was brought up to it. As he used to tell us, he was christened and confirmed all to no purpose, for that could not change the heart. He was, like other boys, fond of amusement, although I do not think he ever went to any great length. He lived very much with his grandparents; being an only boy, he was accordingly spoilt. Many were the tales he used to tell us how he teased his dear old grandmother. After a time his mind became…