Walk in the Steps of History
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" Within the hour, a sailor shouted “Land Ho”. Maria, her family and their entire steerage compartment were lucky enough to be up on deck when the sailor signaled, giving them the first opportunity to see the terrain in the distance. The spectacular image of the first glimpse of America will forever be impacted in her memory, Maria thought. The shoreline sported a beautiful, white sandy beach that was lined with giant, flourishing greenery. When she looked closely enough, she could spot the silhouette of a small coastal village. The entire scene that lay before her gave a blanketing feeling of warmth and welcoming. This sensation felt like a renewal of the soul and spirit. “This is truly God’s country,” Maria spoke out loud to no one in particular.
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Sitting on musty damp blankets below deck, Maria wondered as to where all of her courage had gone. She felt that it had floated away on the stormy seas. Her children were counting on her, as well as her husband, she thought. The shadows of uncertain doubt clouded her mind as the stormy waves of the Atlantic Ocean tossed the German brig about as if it were a leaf in a pond. What did America hold for her family? The temptations of owning their own land had won over the risks they would have to take. Was it really worth the risk? Would her family truly find a place to call home? Closing her eyes, Maria allowed the grace of God sweep over her as she silently prayed.
About the Author
Born and raised in New Bremen, I am a direct descendant of Johann and Maria Wübbenhorst. Over the last several years, I have pieced together my family tree, making my ancestral names come alive in my heart and soul.
Since then, I have wondered what it would have been like to walk in the steps of my grandmother as she left all that she had known to embark on the an adventure of a lifetime.
I have five children and, at the moment, six grandchildren.
I forever pray that Grandma Maria and Grandpa Johann’s legacy flows on in me and my family for generations to come.