Hey Blog, Yesterday was my last day at school. So that means I'm not going to school today. While at school we were writing letters for our grandparents. But not literally for them, we were pretending that we lived in 1852, and this is what I wrote. (I wrote some others. Not just 1852.)
Christchurch
14th May 1852
Dear Grandmother and Grandfather,
Greetings to you both. How are you? I hope you are both well and enjoying life in London. I am missing my lovely, cozy bed. I wish for you to be here. Without you there is a hole in my heart.
Unfortunately, mother died whilst on the ship. The cold, freezing air made her terribly ill. Thankfully I have John by my side, the trip took more than 3 frightening months. There was tragic death whilst the sea grew wild. I have had sleepless nights without mother. John and I, with luck, made it to New Zealand in one piece.
New Zealand gave us a great welcome. Christchurch had a beautiful scenery. With the blue sky and the mountains happiness struck to me. I knew I would be safe here. I am now staying in a small, wooden cabin with 5 other girls around my age. Since mother's not here, John and I have to live in the orphanage. The people here take very good care of us, fortunately. But sometimes without big brother John, I feel lonely. I miss you both a lot.
With Love,
Victoria Joy Collins
2nd
Christchurch
16th May 1972
Dear Father,
How are you? I miss you very much. I hope you are safe and well. Mother misses you to. Is it fun in Australia? I wish to be there, but there is a lot of homework to do. Luckily one of the homework was to write a letter. Like I said I miss you very much.
Love from your daughter,
Nina Smith
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