LE LONG DU SENTIER 



progress for more than a few moments. 

 It was only necessary to find a place 

 where the bank was not absolutely per- 

 pendicular, and a horse could keep its 

 feet in the rapid water. These animals 

 are at a loss as seldom as their masters. 

 It is interesting to see one cross a 

 bridge, where every second log is rotten. 

 The driver bids him " regard well," 

 flicks him with the whip to stimulate 

 attention, and generally leaves the reins 

 loose ! The beast picks his way, judges 

 the soundness of the foothold with eye 

 and hoof, and holds his balance so that 

 it can be recovered if a foot breaks 

 through. 



I bid adieu to my fellow-countryman 

 at the happiest season of his year, the 

 Jour de VAn, when old friendships are 

 renewed, and old grudges forgotten. 

 Entering his house you are always sure 

 of the best he can offer, but at this time 

 of good will, he prepares himself for a 

 very bounteous hospitality. If you are 



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