Sacagawea: The Journey

by Esther P.

We were filled with fear but I looked calm

I held Pompy’s hand on my palm

I was quiet as much as can be

Wishing we were there with the Shoshone

But then the boat rocked

my husband felt shocked

I put Pompy on my back

as I leaned to get many a sack

I was afraid I might fall

but from the water I saved it all

We were walking on our aching feet

without getting any needed sleep

but then hurray we finally arrived

my exhausted eyes felt so revived

but I was joyful as much as can be

to see the leader of the Shoshone

I stood there quietly trying to speak

afraid people would hear and go to sleep

And then came a voice from my heart

I was eager to speak in a strong heart

“I have come far

I am here to meet the star

It has been so long

I tried to be strong”

So the leader came along

and hugged me strong,

knowing I was home

from that day on

I can live in peace

for the rest of my life