November 24, 1881, through January 11, 1882 Summary

On November 24, 1881, Sarah writes that Savannah and Albert married the previous day, and that a Calvary Captain performed the ceremony because there wasn't anyone else to do it. On November 27, the wagon train accompanied by a group of soldiers is headed East and Sarah says that there is a wide array of people, including freed "Colored folks" and Chinese. On November 30, the train is stalled as the rain falls. On December 1, Sarah admits she's always longed for a yellow sunbonnet but that her mother believes blues go better with her hair and complexion. On December 2, Savannah asks Sarah to help her learn to shoot. Sarah says that any additional help in the event of an Indian attack should be appreciated. Savannah has trouble shooting but promises to try again.

On December 3, Ernest and some of the other men have...