Sailing around the world
Friday, May 3, 2013
Day 5
Day 5: I made a huge mistake staying here for the night on this sandy beach. In the middle of the night, I was awoken by loud screaming that seemed as though it was getting closer and closer. Before I could get up to see what it was, I turn around to see a native looking man standing right behind me. He was dressed in tribal clothing and had a huge bull ring in his nose. Before I could blink, he struck me over the head with a large, wooden stick. I blacked out. I don't know how long I was out for but I'm awake now and, quite honestly, I wish I wasn't. I'm back in the camp I saw yesterday with the tree houses. They have me locked in a large cage. Luckily they didn't spot my journal so I can continue writing but I feel as though my time is up. I have no idea what they plan on doing but I know I'll probably end up dying here on this island. There's more natives now and they're chanting around this big, boiling pot of liquid, not sure what it is. I'm absolutely terrified. I have a feeling these people are going to eat me and there's nothing I can do about it. One of the natives is walking over here. If anyone ever finds this, let my story be heard. This will be my final journal entry. Goodb...
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Day 4
Day 4: Upon further exploration of the island I've arrived on, it seems as though this island is inhabited after all. As I went deeper into the jungle, I spotted what seemed to be houses suspended up in trees, like tree houses. There were ladders leading up to the them as well, leading me to believe that these 'tree houses' are being used. I didn't dare go up to see what was up there because I have no idea who these island inhabitants are. I also spotted in the distance what looked to be a shrine of some sort. Upon further observation I noticed there to be dried blood upon a stone with strange carvings in it. At this point I was a little worried so I readied my spear, luckily I didn't spot anyone as I ran and got out of there. I've decided that I must get off this island as fast as I can. Thankfully, before I came upon the grisly scene I had found a freshwater source. I also managed to catch a few fish, one being fairly large. Before I set off I'll try to catch some more fish and maybe snag a coconut or 10. I must repair my raft a little better before setting sail again so, unfortunately, I have to stay here one more night. I really hope whoever lives here doesn't find me. I'v set up shelter on a beach a fair distance away from the strange community, so I think I'm safe but only time will tell. This is the end of my writings for the day, hopefully I'll write again tomorrow.
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Day 3
Day 3: Last night my daring trip took a turn for the worst. A huge gale past through during the night and caused some massive damage to my tiny raft. The sea was producing waves too big for my raft to handle. Along with massive waves and blowing wind, my food and water sadly weren't secured that well and alas, I lost all of my supplies overboard. They sank to the bottom of the ocean before I could retrieve them from the water. This has put a bit of a damper on my round the world trip. My raft now has a pretty big sized hole in it. I've patched the hole with what I've been able to find and so far it's holding steady but for how long, nobody knows. Due to my food and water supply falling prey to the ocean depths, I've just arrived at a small, tropical island that seems fairly suitable to house a fresh water source, due to all the lush greenery and wild life. The island doesn't seem to be inhabited but I'll have to explore further inland to make sure my hypothesis is correct. I've fashioned a spear for hunting and in case of attack by unknown persons, as a defensive weapon. Let's hope it doesn't come to that though. This is the end of my journal entry for the day, I'll continue writing early tomorrow morning. By for now.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Day 2
Day 2: As you all may know I'm still at sea circumventing the globe on my little raft. The first day was a success to say the least, having no troubles whatsoever. Today the weather is fair, a bit cloudy, but fair and the wind is calm, blowing in from the East. I still have a good supply of sustenance so I've yet to use my fishing pole to catch food. The time will come though, the time will come. My water supply is lower then yesterday due to the fact that it's very hot and humid in my current location. I may have to search for water at some point in the near future; I've seen a few islands that may hold my key to survival, water that is. As I've been out here, my raft has gotten bumped a few times by some curious sharks and I've also spotted a pack of whales in the distance, coming up every once in a while for some air. Amazing creatures, simply amazing. Other then that, nothing that spectacular has happened on my journey around the world. One of these days I know something will put my survival skills to the test, I just have to wait and see. Clouds seem to be rolling in and the wind is picking up, I feel as though a storm is brewing in the clouds above. This is the end of my journal entry for the day. I hope my raft can hold up in the event that a storm catches me. Goodbye for now.
Monday, April 29, 2013
Day 1
Day 1: My first day at sea is a success thus far. My small raft isn't taking on water and the weather has been rather fair. Let's just hope it stays this way, I don't know how well my raft will hold up in treacherous waters. I've got an ample supply of food and water I just have to learn how to ration. I'll have to do some fishing of course because I'll run out eventually but I brought a fishing pole so I'm good to go. I may have to explore an island or two so I can find a fresh water source but I'll cross that bridge when I get to it. So yeah, this expedition is going great so far. I'll keep posting for the next 4 days so people interested can track my progress. When I no longer post that means I'm dead. Have a good day.
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