VOYAGE TO THE


formed by nature for the convenience of
man. For of thedifferent islands amongst
which -we have been so many days delay-
ed, I believe scarcely one could be found
that would not be capable, from the fruits
with which at most seasons it abounds, of
affording him sustenance for a consider-
able time.
 Friday, 15th.-Aftera night of much
anxiety, and tacking, returning day
brought to our view tb pleasing sight of
Balize at a short distance; and with it,
the still more agreeable prospect of a
speedy termination to our voyage. The
wind towards noon was entirely favour-
able. At three the anchor dropped. I
immediately landed, and as I walked to
headquarters, felt still more Onzfirmed it
my attachment to terra firm, -and abhor-
renee of all maritime excursions.