Love in 1860 (An Easy English Story): Part 9
March 26, 1864
Dear reader,
I did not write for a long time. I have a lot to tell you!
David and I have a son. His name is Theodore. It means “gift from God.” He is one year old today. His eyes are green like David’s. He has dark curly hair like me.
David works for a furniture store. He makes more money than he did in Virginia. The owner of the store wants to give the store to David in the future.
We have a good life.
I work for a newspaper. It is called The National Anti-Slavery Standard. We write that everyone should be equal. Now, the North and the South are fighting about slavery. This is called the Civil War. I know that the Civil War will end in 1865. But I want to help end slavery. I feel helpful. I feel powerful.
After work, David, Elizabeth, Theodore, and I eat dinner together in our small apartment. We can see the sunset from our window. New York is beautiful.
I sometimes think about my mom in 2025. I hope that she is doing well. I miss her deeply.
But I am happy here. There are many hard things. But I have David. I have Theodore. I have Elizabeth. I have many friends. I have a job that I love.
It is not important to tell David about 2025. I only want to think about my life in the 1860s with him.
I thank God every day for this life.
Yours truly,
Grace Wilson