Do you suppose the children of the early pioneers questioned along the way "Are we there yet?" Every five minutes a repeat of the refrain, "Are we there yet?" An ever nagging, whiny "Are we there yet?", "Are we there yet?",
"Are we there yet?"
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Pathways of Pioneers: Massacre Rocks |
So, back to our initial question: "Are we there yet?" I do fear had one asked that question he or she would not have been brave enough or in the condition to ask it again! What do you think?
Long dresses, trousers with jackets, hot sultry weather, & tumbleweed were commonalities along the trail. |
After taming the eastern seaboard, crossing the Western Frontier
proved to be just as treacherous as crossing the Atlantic.
This, however, did not impede the push westward
as hope, faith, and courage continued to prevail.
proved to be just as treacherous as crossing the Atlantic.
This, however, did not impede the push westward
as hope, faith, and courage continued to prevail.
By crude wagon they traveled
With limited communications
Across the Mississippi
Westward to the Appalachians
Walking beside the wagons
Eased the bumpy trails
But not the loudly clanging
Collecting dried buffalo chips
Shaking out dusty blankets
Were never regarded as quips
Days were long and grueling
Under the sweltering sun
Dusk welcomed time to rest
Once chores were finally done
Gathering around the campfire
With smiles and laughter perchance
Lessened the pains of their labors
As they enjoyed song and dance
With new land in sight
After months on the trail
Labors did not end
For bodies thin and frail
Shelters needed building
Fields hoed then plowed
Candles dipped for lighting
Hands aching to the bone
Time for rejoicing
Sod shanties, crude cabins
Canvas stretched across dirt floors
Muslin on the ceilings
Kept grime from falling indoors
But, in spite of it all
Smiles of joy would beam
It was a place called home
A part of their dream
But, in spite of it all
Smiles of joy would beam
It was a place called home
A part of their dream
This is really amazing!! I can't wait to get into your book!!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Micki! I can't want to see if you like it!!!
DeleteWhat a hard life for everyone during pioneer days. It's a wonder anybody survived.
ReplyDeleteMy sentiments exactly! Not many would today if they had to travel under those circumstances!
DeleteLovely site, good luck on the book. hugs, pat
ReplyDeleteThanks, Pat. Appreciate the visit and especially the comments!
DeleteExcellent research - Beautiful post!
ReplyDeleteHi, Darlene! Go good to 'see' you stop by...thanks for leaving comments!
DeleteI didn't dare ask the question when I was a kid, and we were in a 57 Ford Fairlane, not a covered wagon!
ReplyDeleteHow funny! Thank you for taking me up on the invite. I do hope you enjoyed the visit :-)
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