these small islands, except a pig or two has been put on shore by
considerate Christians."

"Well, now that we are in the grove, Ready, what do you think?"

"I was looking for a place to fix a tent up for the present, sir, and I
think that on that little rise would be a very good place till we can
look about us and do better; but we have no time now, sir, for we have
plenty of trips to make before nightfall. If you please, we'll haul the
sail and other articles on to the beach, and then return on board."

As they were pulling the boat back, Ready said, "I've been thinking
about what is best, Mr. Seagrave. Would Mrs. Seagrave mind your leaving
her? - if not, I should say we should have Juno and William on shore
first, as they can be of use."

"I do not think that she will mind being left on board with William and
the children, provided that I return for her when she is to come on
shore herself with the baby."

"Well then, let William remain on board, if you please, sir. I'll land
you and Juno, Tommy, and the dogs, this time, for they will be a
protection in case of accidents. You and Juno can be doing something
while I return by myself for the other articles we shall require."

As soon as they arrived on board, Mr. Seagrave went down to cheer his
wife with the account of what they had seen. While he was down below,
Ready had cast off the lashings of the two spars which had formed the
sheers, and dragging them forward, had launched them over the gunnel,
with lines fast to them, ready for towing on shore. In a few minutes