Well what do you know; Naime's overbearing optimism actually helped us with our journey.
Those gosh darn Brits strutting around like they owned the place (which they technically did, but that's besides the point), and they tried to discourage us from getting to Oregon. They said some pretty nasty things and showed us wagons that other emigrants left behind, and I was surprised when Naime's spirit didn't die down at all.
After basically being harassed by the Brits (specifically the new recruits, not the ones who know what they're doing), Naime stood in front of our group and talked about how we've came so far, it wasn't worth turning back. She talked about how we could overcome whatever troubles that were claimed to be. She said that we had to keep our hopes high and feet on the ground if we wanted to taste success and accomplishments. Normally I would roll my eyes and ignore her, but after what we had to go through with the Brits, everyone needed to hear what she said. Michael was interested in what Naime said, and it looked like he felt better after her spiel.
Speaking of Michael, he's been a bit off. He has been looking tired and sluggish, and he's been coughing and sneezing too. I'm hoping he didn't catch anything too terrible. He's been feeling pretty weak too. I've held him, and not only did he feel frail, but he was warm as well. I talked to my father about it, and he said it was just a common cold. He shouldn't push himself, so I'll keep an eye on him. Hopefully he'll cooperate when he needs to rest and get better. I don't want him getting worse or hurt.
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The Oregon Trail: Gerald Hyland
Historical FictionLife on the Oregon Trail was not an easy one. On this journey, sickness and death happened, as well as the long tiring days of walking beside your belongings. Yet, there can also be fun times on this trail. Staying at famous areas and meetin...
