80 A WRECK AT SEA.

 

Ox dear, what a sad scene is here! A vessel in
distress, with her crew clinging to the sides of the
deck. If she is wrecked, I hope they will get off
in time in their boats, with a good compass and
plenty of food and water to serve till they reach
some safe haven, or some land. What dark clouds,
and what an angry sea! It is no wonder people
are fond of sailors, and like to see them walking
about the streets. When we think of the dangers
they have to endure, they must enjoy getting back
to land again, especially to their own homes, where
their wives and children are ready to give them,
oh how hearty a welcome !