March 14, 1524

Dear Diary,
While seeking a harbor to dock our ship, we came upon the natives of the country, at first they came out of the brush slowly then quickly returned in hiding until their curiosity got to them. Most of them either wore a little piece of animal hide over their privy, or something like that made with grass or feathers, other than that they were naked. They had lean muscular bodies, and were very tan, they seemed to marvel at our whiteness. They seemed nimble and sharp of mind, much like the people of China. After a bit they seemed greatly excited and came to our ship with all kinds of victuals to eat.
The shore was covered with sand, little rocks were seen, and the sand eventually lead up to a hill where there was thick and thin brush surrounding. Every once in a while there would be a small river or inlet that gave view to the beautiful countryside, the latitude is 34 degrees with moderate temperature and winds. The sea is calm but not excited, and when a fog arrives, it is quickly dispersed. It seems as if this land is perfect but tomorrow is another day, with still much more to see.