I think you have the courage, and this proves that you have perseverance.

Perhaps you'll do.

Come, and we'll see.' Miss Cameron touched the bracelet as she spoke, and smiled so kindly that impetuous Josie wanted to kiss her; but wisely refrained, though her eyes were wet with softer water than any in the sea as she thanked her.
'We are keeping Miss Cameron from her bath, and the tide is going out.
Come, Josie,' said thoughtful Bess, fearing to outstay their welcome.
'Run over the beach and get warm.

Thank you very much, little mermaid.
Tell papa to bring his daughter to see me any time.

Good-bye'; and with a wave of her hand the tragedy queen dismissed her court, but remained on her weedy throne watching the two lithe figures race over the sand with twinkling feet till they were out of sight.