that was quite enough.

Soon, however, nearly every one of the party began to feel unaccountably
sleepy. Some returned to the cottages for the indulgence of their desire
for slumber, and others, spreading cloaks and shawls upon the sand,
enjoyed a delicious rest, warmed by the sun and fanned by the sea
breeze.

For a day or two they did little but sleep and eat, and sleep and eat
again, enjoying it immensely, too, and growing fat and strong.

After that they woke to new life, made inquiries in regard to all the
sights and amusements the island afforded, and began availing themselves
of their opportunities, as if it were the business of life.

When it was for a long drive to some notable point, all went together,
chartering several vehicles for their conveyance; at other times they
not unfrequently broke up into smaller parties, some preferring one sort
of sport, some another.

"How many of us are going to bathe to-day?" Mr. Dinsmore asked, the
second morning after their arrival.

"I for one, if you will bear me company and look out for my safety,"
said his wife.

"Most assuredly I will," he answered. "And you too, Elsie?" turning to
his daughter.

"Yes, sir," she said, "if you think you can be burdened with the care of