I know it's a little farther, but it's begging you I am to be going back by the trail.

That's bad enough, but it's far safer than the swamp." The Angel laughed merrily.
"Oh stop your nonsense!" she cried.

"I'm not afraid! Not in the least! The Bird Woman didn't want me to try following a path that I'd been over only once, but I was sure I could do it, and I'm rather proud of the performance.

Now, don't go babying! You know I'm not afraid!" "No," said Freckles gently, "I know you're not; but that has nothing to do with the fact that your friends are afraid for you.

On the trail you can see your way a bit ahead, and you've all the world a better chance if you meet a snake." Then Freckles had an inspiration.