It only has to remain another three days, and it would be poor luck if it failed in that time.
_Sunday, January_ 22 .-- A quiet day with little to record.
The ship lies peacefully in the bay; a brisk northerly breeze in the forenoon died to light airs in the evening--it is warm enough, the temperature in the hut was 63 deg.

this evening.

We have had a long busy day at clothing--everyone sewing away diligently.

The Eastern Party ponies were put on board the ship this morning.
_Monday, January_ 23 .-- Placid conditions last for a very short time in these regions.

I got up at 5 this morning to find the weather calm and beautiful, but to my astonishment an opening lane of water between the land and the ice in the bay.