They left a notebook inside, hoping people would leave messages.
But they never dreamed it would be so successful.
What a beautiful morning.
I am so thankful for the gift of life,“read one entry on the journal.
Others share their grief:“Dear princess.
To my dear, sweet, beautiful wife.
God took you to heaven …
I think of you every moment.
I miss you more each day,“reads another entry.
Some share their deepest secrets:“Dear ‘Kindred Spirit’.
I was going to visit my dad, who walked out on my family 50 years ago.
Over the years Frank Nesmith has carefully collected and preserved each journal and letter.
The journals are now part of a special collection at University of North Carolina Wilmington.
Sources:CBS News/Wikipedia/Bird Island Steward Information Center
