As the end of the trail drew near, thoughts of building a home topped the minds of the women.  The excitement of being off the trail soon turned to worry and sometimes dread at the task of turning earth into a home worthy of their families. 

Dr. Martha Hughes Cannon was a skilled physician, ardent suffragist, public health reformer, the first female senator from Utah, fourth polygamist wife of Angus Cannon, and mother of three. 

Cooking provide to be particular hard on the trail.  Contending with wind, rain, and lack of adequate firewood made feeding a family more than just difficult.  Storms would sweep through the plains leaving everything in its wake wet.  Staying health from disease and child birth were dangers faced everyday. 

The life of Nellie Cashman is a story of family, adventure, and freedom.  

As families start the journey west many travel in covered wagons, Mormons walk pulling handcarts behind them, while others make the later journey via the railway.