Chapter 14
Half an hour later, Harriet was back on deck with a packed saddlebag. She debated whether to put on the wool peacoat Smitty had helped her choose, despite the mild temperature and warm sunshine, or see if there was still room to tuck it in one of the pouches without horribly wrinkling it. She wiggled her toes, getting used to the half boots Smitty had also suggested she wear. Unlike the flat soles of the canvas shoes, boot heels would keep her feet from sliding through the stirrups. She’d also swapped her dungarees for full-length duck trousers and stockings, though she kept the plaid wool waistcoat and shirt. She knew how to layer chemise, fichu, pelisse, and shawls for warmth. Fortunately, Smitty had been a fount of advice about how to layer her sailor’s garb to keep comforta
