May 1st 1845.

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May 1st 1845

I'm actually quite scared as today, we are going on a journey. The thing is, I have no idea where to, then again, I don't think anyone does. All I know is that we are going west. A lot of my friends and their family's have gone but I haven't seen them since and I doubt that I ever will again. My brother James says were going because there's not enough room for us and we'll find a better, wealthier life, but I don't know how he knows that. I'm scared of the Indians we might see. I've heard they kill you because you are white. All we're taking are some blankets, pillows, food and all the money and valuables we have to buy supplies and things. Dad says we'll be travelling most of the time anyway. Were taking the two horses and a wagon my dad and my brother made. My older sister is really upset. She set up her own business and my mum forced her to give it up to come with us. I'm going to miss Independence. I've lived here all 10 years of my life; all my memories are here, but