Conclusion

It has been nearly two years since that last journal entry. I read Animal Farm when it was published, and it alone inspired me to get my version of the story completed.
What was it Major said? Oh yes:

"And above all, pass on this message of mine to those who come after you, so that future generations shall carry on the struggle until it is victorious."

The first attempt of Animalism, so many years ago, ended in death, corruption, and an insatiably power-hungry tyrant. But I don't believe the cause is moot because of this one pig (or human, as the case could be made.)

My name is Snowball. I am an Animal Hero, First Class, defender of Animal Farm, and victor at The Battle of the Cowshed. I follow the ways of Animalism, as taught by Major. Let the stories in this blog be both a warning and a lesson to you. Do not let power corrupt who you are, and do not let those things which caused Napoleon to fall, cause you to stumble. I am here to encourage you, and to inspire you. And I think the best way I can do that is through a song a dear old friend sang for me once. It goes like this:



Comrade, thank you for reading my account of Animal Farm. May you follow the ways of Major always, and live under The Seven Commandments. Above all, may you find the will to continue the cause of Animalism all across the globe.

Signing off, for the last time,

Snowball

"I Will Work Harder!"

Much has happened since my last entry!
First of all, us pigs have a plan in mind. Shortly after Jones was driven out, it became abundantly clear that if our status as leaders of Animal Farm were to be kept up, we would need some extra supplies; rations to start with. Rather then take away from the standard rations of our comrades, however, we've decided to store the milk which is taken from the cows, along with the apples which have fallen due to wind in the orchard. At first we told our comrades that they would be shared equally- but soon after we pigs put it to a vote and decided we required apples in our diet if we hoped to remain strong leaders. Personally, I see no harm in it, and I know neither does Napoleon. He and I have been getting along great lately- I'll talk about that more in a minute.
When the other animals found out we had been using the milk in our mash and been eating the apples ourselves, they grumbled (naturally.) We had planned on this, and Squealer was immediately sent out to squash any rumors. Although he bent the truth a little (saying he disliked milk and apples was a little over the top) he got the point across.
All in all, our plan of extra rations for the swine comrades has gone great!

I talked to Napoleon about the possibility of putting committees together for various purposes, and to my surprise, he not only agreed, but he also put me in charge! Currently, the committees being run are:

• Egg Production Committee
• Clean Tails League
• Wild Comrades' Re-education Committee
• Whiter Wool Movement

Brilliant, isn't it? Each, of course, focuses on a different group of animals, but all are for the betterment of every comrade in Animal Farm!

Decision making is done at our weekly Meeting. Resolutions are open to be submitted by everyone, and each resolution or weekly plan is put to a vote that everyone has the opportunity to cast in. Although the philosophy is undeniably workable, most comrades rarely put forth resolutions. All vote- but usually it's the pigs that put forth resolutions that have merit (as it should be.) Napoleon and I usually do not agree on the resolutions, as has been the case on most occasions, but a final decision is always reached. I am glad for these debates, as I am the better orator between us (all humbleness intended.) Napoleon is a fine leader, but when it comes to instilling passion in the hearts of the comrades I will always come up on top.

That being said, Napoleon and I have gotten along much better as of recent. He had me lead the harvest when the time came. Speaking of the harvest, how great it was! We got done two days ahead of what would normally have been the Jones' schedule! Also, it was the biggest harvest ever brought in! Animal Farm truly is majestic in how it is run.
We pigs did little work during the harvest as we were busy leading the others. More and more I see that the other animals, although no less equal, are better for doing the lower tasks of the farm. Napoleon, myself, and the other pigs should keep to the leadership roles as we have the brains (to be completely frank.)
All in all, the harvest was immensely successful. During the whole event Boxer coined his now-famous phrase "I will work harder!" He says it whenever the task gets more difficult, or whenever someone else falters in their duties. Napoleon and I agree that of the three horses, Boxer is the most indispensable.

Today is Sunday, and I'm afraid I must go now so that I can be a part of our weekly ceremony. Today I am overseeing those who hoist the flag!

Snowball

Animal Farm!

The teaching is going rather well! Since Major's speech, and passing soon thereafter, much has been accomplished. The pigs, Napoleon and I to be specific, have taken the brunt of Animalism on our shoulders. At times it's rather hard for Napoleon and I to agree on what is true to Animalism. He seems to think the important thing is to grow into a strong farm that can take over the surrounding farms, and in turn all of England, then finally the world. He is a forward thinker- but I can't help but wonder if this brute force philosophy will only get us into more trouble.

On a lighter note, we finally decided upon a name for the new farm! Animal Farm! Clever, eh? Also- after using nearly all three months to argue and debate, all of us pigs have decided upon the Seven Commandments of Animal Farm! Here they are, just as they are written on the wall of the barn:

1. Whatever goes upon two legs is an enemy.
2. Whatever goes upon four legs, or has wings, is a freind.
3. No animal shall wear clotheƨ.
4. No animal shall sleep in a bed.
5. No animal shall drink alcohol.
6. No animal shall kill any other animal.
7. All animals are equal.

After showing them to the other Comrades, we decided memorization should be attempted. Unfortunately, only a few of the others can actually comprehend all of the Commandments, much less memorize them. We'll have to start with the alphabet for some of the animals, so it will take much time.
I'm finding Napoleon has a short temper for such matters. He'd rather we were all pigs it seems. I think we need to put together committees that will actually get things accomplished- that's really what will work.

Well, I better go. Molly is conversing with Moses again. Both of them make me concerned. Molly is constantly asking about humans. She doesn't seem to understand that the hardest freedom is better then the best enslavement.
Moses is simply unreasonable altogether! Talks of Sugarcandy Mountain pour off of his lips! It's as if freedom isn't enough- he must invent some fake reality to bring about treason with the others! He would be better off leaving Animal Farm altogether.

Bye for now!
Snowball