She continued it to Hugh, 'Darling, do you know what mother and you are going to find beyond the blue horizon rim?''What?' flatly.'We're going to find elephants with golden howdahs from which peep young maharanees with necklaces of rubies, and a dawn sea colored like the breast of a dove, and a white an green house filled with books and silver tea-sets.''And cookies?''Cookies? Oh, most decidedly cookies. We've had enough of bread and porridge. We'd get sick on too many cookies, but ever so much sicker on no cookies at all.
In this excerpt, a conversation takes place between a character and Hugh, where she paints a vivid and imaginative picture of what lies beyond the blue horizon. She describes an enchanting world filled with elephants adorned with golden howdahs, young maharanees wearing ruby necklaces, and a serene sea. This whimsical imagery evokes a sense of adventure and wonder, enticing Hugh's curiosity about the possibilities that await them.
In addition to the fantastical elements, the character humorously mentions their desire for cookies, contrasting them with the monotony of bread and porridge. This playful dialogue highlights not only their longing for treats but also reflects a deeper yearning for variety and delight in life. The exchange encapsulates an aspiration for a richer, more fulfilling existence beyond their current limitations.
