We are suffering already with hunger and thirst, and will suffer more, but it can't be helped.

We must keep our courage up, and endure that which we cannot do anything to cure.

It is harder to endure suffering than to encounter danger, but a brave man, or a brave boy, can do both without murmuring." Sam's words encouraged his companions, and they managed to get some sleep.

After awhile day dawned, and the fog was still thick around them, while not a zephyr was astir.

Nearly an hour later, a sudden booming startled them.