Bessie At The Sea-Side

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The hotel carriage departed from Mr. Bradford's door, carrying papa, mamma, two nurses, and four children, along with numerous trunks and baskets, all heading to Quam Beach. Harry and Fred, the older boys, were to stay with grandmamma until school ended before joining the family at the seaside. After crossing the ferry in the large coach, they took a long train ride, followed by a stagecoach journey that extended into the night. By the time they reached Mrs. Jones's house, it was dark, and tired little Bessie was exhausted, while Maggie, who had enjoyed the trip, was ready for bed after supper. Although the children couldn't see the ocean they had eagerly anticipated, they could hear the waves crashing on the beach. Instead of staying at the large hotel, Mrs. Bradford opted for Mrs. Jones's house, renting all available rooms. The accommodations were neat and clean, though plain and smaller than what Maggie was used to, leaving her dissatisfied. The nursery featured a large four-poster bed for the nurse and Franky, alongside an old-fashioned trundle bed for Maggie and Bessie. Bessie happily settled into her bed, while Maggie looked at hers with discontent.