Diary of a Revolutionary War Woman ; Devin Pepe

1. The Revolutionary War has had a very large impact on my life. My husband has left me to go fight in the war. I am now left at home to take care of our family farm on my own.This job is very difficult considering my only job before this was to maintain the house and work the kitchen. This is very different than what I have ever experience before. I am also very lonely without my husband. Of course I am very proud of him for fighting for our freedom, but hope that he returns home safe very soon. 2. My husband has returned home again, but only for a short period of time. He leaves again in the morning. This time I am going with him and staying in a Patriot camp. I will be put to work on necessary tasks around the camp, such as cooking, cleaning and nursing. Although this seems like a very tough job, I will be happier with my husband by my side. Although many say this journey will be very difficult, I am happy to be doing anything I can to help this country and my husband. Any sacrifice will help gain our freedom that we deserve. 3. I am now at the Patriot camp with my husband. It is not at all luxurious, but I do not complain. Nothing is as bad as when I was left alone at home to take care of the farm. I have spent most of my hours of the day preparing meals, nursing to the wounded and maintaining the campsite. My husband says he is much happier with me around. There are also other women at the camp, but only a few. One woman even goes out to fight with the men, but I would never. I am very content with my role at the camp and happy to be helping my country in anyway I can.