But if is not always a success, the sands can scarcely be called a triumph. I mean, of course, if the sands are sands with the customary accessories. The children who patronise the golden strand have the advantage of learning a number of comic songs better suited for the seaside than the drawing-room. It is all very well for hoarse-voiced niggers to describe the advantages or disadvantages of to the presumably indifferent sad sea waves, but such topics of conversation, even when introduced by youngsters of blood and breeding, are a little out of place in my lady's boudoir. Further, the perambulating phrenologists may interfere with a boy's future by suggesting that as he is witty, rich and virtuous, he should Such proposals, if adopted by a lad of an impressionable disposition, might compromise most seriously a contemplated career in diplomacy, the army, the navy, or at the forensic (as distinguished from the tavern) bar. But perhaps the most serious danger of all is

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But perhaps, after all, in these days of cabs and omnibuses you can catch whatever there is to be caught as easily in London as elsewhere. If the children are all day long in the open air, and take advantage of the inviting proximity of the sea, they should be as fever proof at a watering place as in town. However, when possible it is as well to keep on the safe side.

In your own self-defence it is as well to supply amusements for the children. If you do not you may be sure (if they are worth their salt) they will take the matter into their own hands, to your ultimate disadvantage.

Bicycles in moderation are pleasant distraction, and even fishing (under the guidance of an experienced boatman) is permissible. If you do not grant these concessions the boys will either hire a gig and try to drive tandem or perch themselves on some exceedingly slippery and dangerous rocks in pursuit of the wily minnow. Meet your children half way. Strive to be their If you are not, you may be sure they will lead you a pretty dance.

In conclusion, if the youngsters are a little lively, it will be only a proof that they are in the vigour of good health. After all, boys will be boys, for the reason, presumably, that they cannot possibly be girls. So long as they are truthful and kind to animals, and fond of their parents, what more can you want? If they smash windows, wear out carpets, and upset expensive china, it is only for three months in the year. Nay more, even if they celebrate (rather after date) the Diamond Jubilee by hanging in their bedroom four dozen lighted Japanese lanterns, what does it matter? The chances are they won't burn the house down, and even if they do, are you not insured? The holidays are soon over, and when they come to a conclusion you miss your boys, although they may be When all is said and done they have only been following a precedent. It is unnecessary to go into the matter too strictly, but it may be that that precedent may have been set by yourself. The boy is the father of the man, and who can recall the freaks of childhood? As a rule, it is the naughty boy who becomes a bishop, and the boy who is who performs that painful operation known as