Catherine Carver’s Diary
25th of November, 1620
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Tonight we celebrated our safe journey into our new home. We have joyful news — the people of this new land have welcomed us with open arms and many gifts. They brought wild game, a large bird that could feed an army, a bounty of vegetables, and maize. It is a new beginning for us, and we are heartened by the sight of the verdant land, the vast virgin acres where we will make our settlement. All our dreams have been realized. This is what we left our home for — so that the children may grow up safe and whole.
— C.C.