The Hall Of Bish Presents:
"Oregon Trail"
We only own the characters: A-chan and J-chan all the rest are just our good friends..!
Note: This is still a work in progress things may change..!
Be nice about your criticism please.
June 3, 1848: "Food Poisoning"
Shesshomaru has a bad case of food poisoning today. Toya decided to administer Epsom salt. J-Chan is very worried about him, I can't blame her.. I would be too it he were Kenshin or Toya, not that I am not worried a little. I am sure he will be fine..! Toya is a great doctor.
On a side note; I guess Shesshomaru learned from Aoshi's mistake and acted like a man, and confessed he was feeling ill.
A-Chan
June 5, 1848 "The Splint Comes Off"
Another severe thunderstorm appeared suddenly. So we have decided it is best to wait for conditions to improve.
It was a good opportunity too, because Toya decided it was time for J-Chan's splint to come off. She has healed nicely and quickly. It will be pleasant to have her working by my side again.
Kenshin, J-Chan and I played cards, while Shesshomaru played his flute and Toya sang till the storm died down...
Died.. I hate that word. (;;T.T;;)
A-Chan
June 8, 1848: "Cholera Again"
Yesterday upon Toya's request, we camped near 'The Narrows'. It was a most pleasant break. 'The Narrows' is very beautiful and peaceful...
Today we discovered that J-Chan has cholera. What a shame… Toya decided to administer Epsom salt. Hopefully she will be ok; I don't want to loose my best friend. Shesshomaru is a wreck. He wants her to survive the most. Kenshin says it is the worst Disease you can catch on the trail. I am so glad someone is being enthusiastic. (-.-)
On a side note; Shesshomaru is finally feeling one hundred percent better... I am glad; we really could use his help... (.)
A-Chan
June 11, 1848: "Poisoned Water"
Today Shesshomaru saw a small, foul-looking pool of water near "The Coast of Nebraska". Toya and I agreed it could be poisoned; so I prevented our animals from drinking it.
I am glad we were smart, I heard some one behind us caught cholera.
On a side note; J-Chan is showing signs of improvement.
A-Chan
June 15, 1848: "Game Day"
Today, a severe thunderstorm made travel difficult. So we decided that we should wait for the conditions to improve. Usually I love storms, but I really dislike having to stop on the trail. But that means more quality time with the gang. (.)
J-Chan has almost completely recovered from cholera. So we all decided to have a game day to celebrate. We played cards, checkers, and sang. It was a lot of fun to have a day of games like this. It helped bring up our spirits to.
A-Chan
June 16, 1848: "Wolves"
Kenshin spotted a small party of wolves today, just a mile or so west of 'Fort Kearny'.
There were only four a grey, a white, a tan, and a brown. Usually around here we see coyotes not wolves. I heard a ledged once on how when the end of he world was coming. The wolves will lead the way to paradise. I wonder how much is true... The wolves made several people worried in the train. But, Shesshomaru said we should be safe. The wolves didn't seem to want trouble. J-Chan, Kenshin, Toya and I were a bit curious about what Shesshomaru meant by that but he refused to explain.
Toya went into town with J-chan and purchased: 9 6-oz. bottles of allspice, 1 bonnet, 2 pairs of boots, 15 10-lb. sacks of cornmeal, 70 pounds of ham, 4 5-lb. slabs of lard, 4 boxes of matches, 10 20-lb. sacks of potatoes, 60 pounds of salt pork, 4 10-lb. sacks of sugar, and 2 water kegs.
I am glad the Coyotes didn't come near here though Shesshomaru would have liked it if they had for some reason, that none of us can figure out. (o.0)
A-Chan
June 19, 1848: "My Friends"
A fellow wagon train member, Peter Parker claims that according to his spider sense, it's the 'Oregon Territory' up ahead, but Kenshin and the guidebook says it is 'Plum Creek'. I think Peter is just getting a little anxious, and hopeful, because I know his spider sense can do better then that.
Also if I remember correctly 'Plum Creek' is where my friends Mary and Laura Ingles live. (.) I hear it is a beautiful place, I hope that I can persuade the guys to letting J-Chan and I to stop there for a break. It will be really nice to see Mary and Laura again...
On a side note; J-Chan is finely fully recovered...
A-Chan
June 21, 1848: "The Ingles"
The past two days we have stayed in 'Plumb Creek', where J-Chan and I stayed with Mary and Laura Ingles. It was really nice to be able to sleep in a real bed for a change.
While J-Chan and I were visiting, the four of us played cards, worked beads, and went fishing together. (.) While the boys stayed at camp and did who knows what. (o.0)
A-Chan
June 23, 1848: "Sick Again"
Toya came down with a bad cold, and I decided to increase his fluid intake. So far that has worked. His symptoms are already going down. (.)
It is a bit discouraging, it seems as soon as one person gets better another one gets sick in our wagon.At least they all have lived though the sicknesses except Aoshi.
Oh... Aoshi... (;;T.T;;)
A-Chan
June 25, 1848: "Snaky Storm"
A dreadful thunderstorm snuck up on us today. Kenshin figured it was best to wait for conditions to improve since Toya is still sick.
Kenshin and I played Cards. Shesshomaru and J-Chan played Checkers. But as the day drew to an end Kenshin surprised us all by pulling out a harmonica and started playing it. Pleased we all joined in and sang together... (.)
A-Chan
June 26, 1848: "Travel Time Change"
Toya is doing much better, which is a big relief to us all. (.)
Today after a long talk, Kenshin announced that he and Toya have decided we should travel ten hours per day instead of our random time limit. Hopefully we will make it to "Oregon" before the first winter snow.
A-Chan
June 27, 1848: "Shesshomaru Hunts"
Today we saw 'O'Fallon's Bluffs', which we found most reassuring. It confirms that we are still on the right path. Thank goodness..!
Also we ran out of meat yesterday so Shesshomaru went out hunting and brought back two large bucks. He acted like a child with candy. He was so cute... (.)
A-Chan
June 29, 1848: "Flooded, Yet Again"
The trail is yet again flooded. We had to wait for conditions to improve. It is now June, why are we still seeing April showers..?
Toya played the fiddle, Shesshomaru the Flute and Kenshin sang for J-Chan and I. It was a very pleasant show. I tried to coax Kenshin into playing his harmonica again, but due to the bit of teasing Shesshomaru had done about Kenshin and his harmonica, he refused to play this evening. What a shame. (t.t)
Afterwards Toya cleaned up, while Kenshin and I went on a walk, and Shesshomaru and J-Chan played checkers. J-Chan finally beat Shesshomaru. I guess the privet lessons she had with Aoshi paid off.
Oh Aoshi... (;;T.T;;)
A-Chan
June 30, 1848: "Aoshi"
We came upon a portion of the trail that was flooded yesterday, and had to wait for conditions to improve. Unfortunately we are still stuck here waiting.
Again the Toya, Kenshin, and Shesshomaru sang and played their instruments for us. Kenshin even played his harmonica, once J-Chan made Shesshomaru apologize for teasing him. The men seemed to enjoy it as mush as J-Chan and I enjoy listening to them.
On nights like this we miss Aoshi the most. The rest of the day and night every one wandered around depressed.
On a side note, Shesshomaru seems to fancy J-Chan. He sure watches her a lot.
A-Chan
July 1, 1848: "Kenshin"
The trail is still flooded so we are still waiting for conditions to improve. (-.-) Things are growing depressing quickly.
Kenshin and I took a walk, it was really nice. I learned a lot more about him today. He is a big help and really sweet. I think I am growing quite found of him.
Toya was a dear and cleaned up the camp, while Kenshin and I were away and while Shesshomaru and J-Chan played cards.
Still the air felt heavy though... It is nights like this that make us miss Aoshi the most..! Oh Aoshi... (;;T.T;;)
A-Chan
July 3, 1848: "Chocolate"
The trail finally cleared up today and we were able to start our journey again.
Shortly after we did a thick fog rolled in. Kenshin suggested that we should slow down. Soon after we slowed down, the fog cleared. Thank goodness, we don't need more delays..!
Yesterday Toya cooked the last of the Buck, which Shesshomaru had shot. Now we are down to the last of our ham. I hope we get a chance to hunt again, or find a town to trade in soon.
On a side note; J-Chan and I really have a craving for chocolate.
A-Chan
July 4, 1848: "Independence Day"
Today is it is Independence Day and we're going to continue on the trail instead of taking a full day off. We did however stop at noon near 'South Platte River' for lunch.
Latter on we celebrated almost all night long. It was most amusing when Shesshomaru, Toya, and Kenshin sang and danced for us after finishing off the Whiskey. J-Chan and I cooked the last of Our Ham and some sweets for every one for dinner.
On a side note; we will have a long day tomorrow, but tonight was worth it...! (.)
A-Chan
July 7, 1848: "Broken Leg"
Today we came across another no name river. After a discussion, we decided we ford it, which looks to be our best option.
But it seems we made the wrong we decision again.
Our wagon tipped over, and we lost:
23 pounds of bacon; 3 pounds of coffee beans; 1 10-lb. sack of cornmeal; 4 5-lb. sacks of dried fruit; and various other items.
On top of it all, Toya broke his leg when it happened... Shesshomaru quickly retrieved Toya from the River while Kenshin, J-Chan and I collecting the spilled stuff.
Latter in the afternoon Toya instructed Shesshomaru on how to set and splint his leg.
At the same time, Kenshin, J-Chan and I cooked dinner and made a cot for Toya so that we could move him around easily.
I hope Toya will be able to walk by winter.
A-Chan
July 9, 1848: "500 Miles"
Today we passed the five hundred mile mark.
Kenshin seemed even more depressed then he has been lately. I am sure he misses Aoshi a lot... He has been quiet lately to... (t.t) I am beginning to worry about him. So I decided to throw a party to celebrate passing five hundred miles. It worked quite a bit. He seems a bit lighter hearted. I know it will take time for wounds to heal. Aoshi and him were like rivaling brothers. Also Kenshin has been the heartiest out of us all. We don't want top see him sick in any way or for any reason..!
On a side note; Shesshomaru and J-Chan have helped a lot with every thing since Toya broke his leg. They have been a real blessing. Of course Kenshin has always been a help too... (.)
A-Chan
July 10, 1848: "Camp Fire Sing Along"
Today the wagon train got together as a whole and we all sang and told stories around the noon fire near 'Ash Hollow'. It was a lot of fun...! The wagon train has been happy since then. And In all oddity it was Shesshomaru that had instigated it all. (o.0) He continues to surprise me as each day goes on.
A-Chan
July 15, 1848 "Hurt Oxen"
Today we came across a hurt Buffalo; he had apparently stepped in a hole and broke his leg. Unfortunately we had to put him out of his misery. It was some what odd to see Shesshomaru enjoying it though? (o.0) I was also surprised at the meal Kenshin prepared for us. Who would have known 'Buffalo Wings' would taste so good.
We were forced to rest here the night I have been feeling ill form the heat lately. .
The rest turned out to be exactly what I needed though. (.)
A-Chan
July 19, 1848 "This Week"
This week we drove our wagons and teams past 'Courthouse and Jail Rocks', 'Chimney Rock'. They were awesome rock formations. We paused for a picnic near 'Scotts Bluff'. It was realnice. Kenshin prepared a nice picnic feast, where we finished off the last of our meat.
Shesshomaru offered to go hunting, but he found nothing. He was some what disappointed, but J-chan consoled him. Those two are an official couple now. I am a bit jealous. I haven't made any progress with Kenshin. He seems unaware of my flirting attempts... (t.t)
Toya seems to be healing nicely and he is finally loosing the bad attitude he has had since he broke his leg. Thank goodness..! (.)
A-Chan
July 20, 1848: "Dancing"
We over slept and got a late start today because we had another party last night. Shesshomaru and Kenshin are great dancers. I felt bad for Toya though, I hope he heals fast... I am sure he was a bit upset because he was unable to join in the fun.
We passed 'Robidoux Pass Trading Post'. Where Kenshin and I Purchased: 1 blanket, 45 pounds of cheese, 16 pounds of coffee beans, 15 10-lb. sacks of dried beans, 1 10-lb. sack of flour, 5 pounds of ham, 1 4-oz. bottle of peppermint, and 35 10-lb. sacks of salt. Some much needed ands wanted items... Thankfully we were blessed to find a town before we ran out of salt.
A-Chan
July 24, 1848: "Fort John"
Yesterday we reached 'Laramie River' it was too deep to ford so we decided to take advantage of the ferry. The ferry was a God send. (.)
Today we reached 'Fort John'. Where Shesshomaru and J-Chan went to purchased: 1 blanket, 3 10-lb. sacks of cornmeal, 5 10-lb. jars of grease, 30 pounds of ham, 2 16-oz. tins of lantern oil, 14 5-lb. slabs of lard, 10 25-lb. kegs of pickles, 10 20-lb. sacks of potatoes, 27 5-lb. tins of biscuits, 2 pairs of long underwear, 2 30-foot lengths of rope, 1 3-lb. box of saleratus, 70 pounds of salt pork 10 20-lb. sacks of rice, 35 pounds of salt pork, 1 10-bar box of soap, 2 winter coats. We needed the supplies, especially the rope.
While they were in town and I cared for Toya, while Kenshin made camp. It is nice to relax at a fort for a change...
A-Chan
July 25, 1848: "Bones"
Today Shesshomaru spotted a grave dug up by wolves near 'Register Cliff', and pointed it out for us to see. The bones were scattered about. It was a most distressing sight (T.T), especially for Kenshin!
I hope we buried Aoshi deep enough..!
Oh... Aoshi... (;;T.T;;)
A-Chan