Some of my ancestors also made the trek from Council Bluffs, Iowa, in 1852. They were Bird and Caroline Virginia (PICKETT) WAGGONER and their 5 children (Susan Frances, Thomas, George, Byrd and Emily). They ranged in age from 7 years (Emily) to 18 years (Susan Frances). Along the way, Father talked to an Indian. He wanted to know if he could buy Susan Frances for his wife and how much would be her price. Father said the price would be 10 spotted ponies. Susan had black hair and was already wearing moccasins. Bird didn't think any more about it, until the Indian returned with the 10 spotted ponies. Bird told the Indian that he had changed his mind and Susan was not for sale. The Indian was not about to forget his bride-to-be. Bird told the Indian that they were preparing Susan for her wedding, and all the while he was recruiting the men with the wagons that were coming along behind his wagon. When he had 150 men recruited, he was able to tell the Indian that Susan was not going to marry him. The Indian finally agreed to not getting Susan for a bride. If the Indian did not agree, my life may have turned out very different. Susan was my gr.gr. grandmother. Would very much like to hear from anyone who also has this WAGGO(E)NER and/or PICKETT family in their lineage. Hazel Harley hharley@mtwi.net