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Birth
Immigrant NamesI was born on April 1, 1833 to Blake and Shelton Tørnquist. My family lives in Bergen, Norway. We lived in a small, two room cottage. My father was just recently fired from his job on a plantation. My mother became very sick during her pregnancy with me and will no longer be able to work. -
Boarding of the Ship
Today I boarded the ship to travel to America. My family is really nervous. For now, there is no turning back. We sold our home and all of our belongings with hopes of being better off in the United States. My mother gets vry seasick so im not sure how this will go. -
Arrival in the states
Today we arrived into the United States of America. My mother got seasick and was very dizzy. As we were making our way to the ships hull my mother looked over the rails and leaned in a little too far. Soon, she was in the water. By the time someone got to her she had already drowned. Now it is just my father, Shelton; my brothers Luke and Bryan and my little sister LauraLyn. My father now is a single dad and I have no idea how this will go. I am scared for my sister. -
California Gold Rush
I am 18 years old. My father and eldest brother Erik have gone west to find gold. The first time gold was struck was 3 years ago so I don't know if there is even a chance they will find anything. My brother Benjamin, my sister LauraLyn and I are staying with my Aunt Georgia until they get back. Aunt Georgia works all day every day and sometimes at night. I have to watch LauraLyn and get all the goods we may need for the upcoming week. Benjamin works for Boss Tweed on the skyscrapers. -
Marriage
Today I got married to Hunter. He is one year older than me and mostly german. My brothers did not approve until a month ago. We had a small wedding. My name is now Kacie Blake Hayes. -
Levine Adam Hayes
Today I gave birth to a son. He was 5 pounds 3 ounces and 3 weeks premature. We named him after my great uncle, Adam. Someday he will grow up and do great things for the world. He looks just like his father.
