I've travelled many countries in my life. I left home when I was only fifteen after my father's death. All my life I searched for adventures & I had enough adventures in my life as a sailor. But still I could feel the same thrill before starting a new voyage.
My new voyage was to the new world, the land of gold. My men were full of energy & hope. We had a new governor named John Ratcliffe. A strange man who was trying to climb the highest class of the society had to face failure every time. Hope he would meet the success this time.
Days in the ship were not so boring as people think. We had to work hard everyday planning for the next day. Some times my men quarrel among themselves but as a captain I had to remain calm. I must put on my mask as a dutiful captain but a few people knew the child inside me. I had to arrange my dinner with my officers every night. I took my seat as the captain & discuss about the plans for the new colony. But a part of me still wanted to search for new adventures.
I really like the time when I saw my men enjoying themselves on the deck . I really like the boy named Thomas. That innocent young face often reminded me of my past days. Once I saved him from drowning risking my own life which wasn't so wise action. But somehow I began caring him like my own brother.
I couldn't understand the man Ratcliffe. His look gave me creep. I didn't know why. We were in good terms. But I felt really bad with him.
Tonight I'm just writing my feelings here. The new world is not so far. In two weeks we'll reach the land of our dream. I've many works to do now.
Now the last thing I'll write here today.
Yesterday Thomas asked me, 'Do you've any idea about the new world?'
'Like the others, I suppose.' I gave him my answer. 'Full of savages & you must only use the language of your rifles & bullets to talk with them.'
Thomas was satisfied with my answer. But would it really be same this time?
We'll celebrate our new year on 14 march. I've gotten my sari ( our traditional dress) with red border. I also got my earthen ornaments. I'm really very excited to celebrate the programme. I'll eat rice & hilsha fish(yammy). So Happy New Year to all of u.
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