Train Ride
Well, I am back from Iowa now. Several had asked me to share about the train ride. So, I decided I would share about on my blog. Let me say that I highly recommend Amtrak and taking the train as a method of travel. When I boarded the train in Newton, it was supposed to leave at 3 a.m., but it was running 2 hours late. Why? Weather, long stops--no, it hit someone. Yes, that's right, the train I rode hit a drunk pedestrian. He was not killed, but I bet he really has a headache. I have to make note of this to remember this for the future. It brought some great laughs to our family along the way. What I love about the train: Even though a lot of the travel was in the dark, you get to see some beautiful sights along the way. It is a very smooth and quick ride The seats are roomy and comfortable. It is easy to sleep and relax. Very affordable Great food in the dining car as well as snack area Great places to talk and watch the scenery (observation cars, dining car, and snack ...