March 1, 1804
Tomorrow I leave for the great and wild west! I can't wait until I get start exploring and fighting wild savages. I just finished packing my bag, in it I put 3 pairs of pants, 4 shirts, and enough underclothes to last a week. I really want to discover a new plant or animal and have it named after me. Rueben's Deer has a nice ring to it. This adventure is going to be something I remember until the day I die. I had better go so I will be well rested for the morning.
Rueben