September 14, 1620
Dearest Mother,
We have finally arrived to the new world! We are all healthy and well. How are you? I have missed you very much.
The Mayflower arrived to Plymouth one week ago. It may seem strange to you because we were destined for Jamestown; but some harsh winds threw us off course and we decided to establish our own settlement.
Upon our arrival we composed and signed a document stating that we will make decisions “for the general good of the colony”. We named it the Mayflower compact. This document has helped us be certain that there will be no guile when running the colony.
It is imperative that you come join us before King James the first´s soldiers find out we are separatists. I can assure you that you will love the colony and our new home. The fresh air and beautiful wildlife puts everyone in a happy disposition. But beware; your friends and neighbors are not to think coming here is a spontaneous decision. They must think that you got on the boat because you run out of money and had no more options. I must also warn you that the voyage is turbulent and long.
Well dear mother, I must go now! I will be expecting and looking forward to your company. You will finally be free from the Kings persecution!
With love,
Your Son, Alexander
Maria very good job! I really liked how you explained everything very well and used correct events. Good use of WW words, excellent! :)
ReplyDeleteI love the way you wrote the letter in a concise manner, how you wrote it in an antique way. The words are all used beautifully~ Nice job!
ReplyDeleteI love the way you wrote your letter in a concise manner, how you wrote it in an antique way~ Beautiful use of words!
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