In 1620, the English people who desired to worship God freely
were known as the pilgrims. They were on the boat called the May flower. During
the trip there was a storm. They could see the dark sky. The Passengers stayed
below deck. The frightened children cried loudly. It was crowded and
water leaked through cracks. Quickly they were wet, cold and terrified.
Goodman John Howland who became tired of being cooped
up, decided to climb to the upper deck. With no warning the shipped rolled and
he fell. Quickly he grabbed onto a hanging rope. His body banged against
splintered wood violently he cried out helplessly.
Luckily the brave sailors
viewed what happened. They got a boat hook and pulled him up. He was relieved
and grateful that he was back on the boat. He thanked the sailors and retreated
to the gun deck. The pilgrims who rush to him were glad he was safe.
They gave him a blanket. They knew the new journey was going to be long and
difficult.
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