This story of Little Daisy's persistence in the principles of her godly upbringing, even in her trials, has touched many readers. Though life's trials have taken from her the parents who taught her God's word, and placed her in poverty, she continues to walk according to God's commandments. While selling flowers on a street corner of the city, Daisy's tender, child-like words of reproof bring even crusty old General Forster to see the sin of taking God's name in vain. Soon after, her life changes dramatically, as she teaches both young and old to be more conscientious in their speech.