I've heard how the mermaids live.

But here it is different." "Take this ring," said the Queen, handing the chief cook a circlet which she drew from her finger.

"While it is in your possession, the food you prepare will not get wet, or even moist." "I thank your Majesty," returned the cook, taking the ring.

"My name is Tom Atto, and I'll do my best to please you.

How would you like for luncheon some oysters on the half-shell, clam broth, shrimp salad, broiled turtle steak and watermelon ?" "That will do very nicely," answered the Queen.
"Do watermelons grow in the sea ?" asked Trot.
"Of course, that is why they are called watermelons," replied Tom Atto.