Even so, there was enough water and enough grass that we thought we could lay over for a day.Sunday, May 21, 1848Ed: Day 18 - On the Oregon TrailWhat ... great day. We slept late, for us. Most people would say we got up early. I think that one of the biggest differences I've found in this time period is that almost everyone seems to get up at dawn.Even though the creek was shallow we found a hole that was deep enough for our family to take a bath. We had a lot of fun splashing and playing, and I. He expected an easy victory with that many thugs at his disposal, so he came with them, riding in a convertible so that he could see the whole show.Of course, we knew that they were coming, since he made no effort to hide his intentions. I think he wanted to make us sweat while we waited for his onslaught. Well, this gave us plenty of time to get set up in prepared positions. In response to previous complaints, we had called out the entire militia, even though we knew that we didn't need nearly. " Do it; then ask Xing to okay it." Right."When she returned to the room, Pru said, "That went well." When you've been a sergeant major as long as I have, you learn how to communicate. Anyway, Xing's got these people clued in. We can do just about anything we want. He'll know about it before we do, anyway. Good man — for a man."Maeve watched the clock count up to 0800 and keyed the com. "Good morning Elik, this is Merve. Thank Al'lah I am well. Ins'al'lah, you are well this morning too. How are. Bottomless of course, white socks and shoes.Her tie and jumper were all rump[led and clearly she had a good cry on he way to me.I offered her a tissue then gathered her in my arms. Let's see I said. What punishment did you get, you poor girl.She turned round to see me, the sobbing lessened.I inspected her legs and bottom closely, kneeling down to see her stripes. All the time praising her for being a good girl, a brave girl.This helped Sally stop sobbing and is a part of our method of building.