50 ORNITHOLOGICAL RAMBLES. 



her domestic circle. I remained for a long time 

 watching the scene with a perfect trance of pleasure, 

 and then continued on my way. I have since 

 obtained a pair of these birds from this loch in 

 excellent plumage. 



Nothing further worthy of remark took place during 

 the remainder of my most pleasing walk, as, after 

 a lengthened tramp, I halted my weary steps upon the 

 threshold of my lodging, and the aroma of a welcome 

 dinner descended even to the door. 



