I'm Taking The Train To Connecticut

[moosmom]

Hi everyone!

Well, since I have all this time on my hands being unemployed and all, I've decided to take the train to CT for 10 days. I'm staying at my daughter's apartment for a few nights and then my best friend's condo (she's the one whose mom just passed). I'm going visiting, having dinner with friends and just chilling out. I hope this will cure the loneliness I get from not knowing anyone here. I really do miss my kid and friends. It'll be 6 months since I've seen them (except Sue and Amy).

I'm taking the train because airfares are outrageous. Being unemployed doesn't help. But I'm excited about the train. Never traveled such a long distance on one. It should be a real experience.

I leave March 6th and return March 16th. I'll be able to pop in from Sue's house since she has a computer. I also try and take pictures so you'll know who I'm talking about.

Can't wait!!!!

[Cincy'sMom]

Sounds like fun, Donna! Have a safe trip!

[jenluckenbach]

Have fun ! But, what about the kitties?!?!

[Edwina's Secretary]

You will be missed! (and I was still hoping to talk you into entering Moo in the Cat Show here next month!)

Have a wonderful time!

[Randi]

That sounds like fun. I wish you a real nice trip! how many miles is it?

And - what about your cats??

[ramanth]

Have and fun and safe trip Donna!

We'll get together again soon when the weather warms up.

[HoRsELUvR]

Have a nice trip! I went on a train to New York, it's really nice.

[lovemyshiba]

have a wonderful trip!!
I've never been on a train for a long period of time, sounds like fun!!
Tell us all the details when you come back!!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Wow, sounds like a fun trip! And like you say, now that you're unemployed you might as well take a vacation since who knows when you'll get the time once you get a job again.

I took the train from Chicago to Denver for Thanksgiving once. I enjoyed it. I got one of the tiny little rooms they have. The porter was extra nice and was there whenever I needed anything (like the bed pulled down). I watched a movie in the entertainment car in the evening, read some, watched the scenery until it got dark, tried to sleep, and got to experience a taking a shower in a train moving at least 60 mph. It's hard to wash your hair when you're using both hands just to stand up.

Because I got the bunk/room, it wasn't a whole lot cheaper than flying would have been, but I like trains and have always wanted to travel this way, so I opted for the train. This was right after 9-11-01 (which had nothing to do with my decision to take the train-I do not have a fear of flying, and didn't then either) and the train was pretty packed. There was a mother with 3 boys aged something like 10, 5 and 2. She was very well dressed, as were the boys, and I'm sure she could have afforded to fly but opted for the "safer" train at that time. I think she regretted it because she looked rather haggard and I heard her say "Never again" under her breath. They did not get the room/bunk, and I think that would have been a godsend for her. I wouldn't have wanted to take those 3 boys on that packed train and spend all night with them there either - whew!

Anyway, I hope you have a great trip and enjoy your visits. Should be fun!

[moosmom]

My kitties will be looked after by my friend Roxanne. She'll be staying in my apartment while I'm away.

It's 663 miles. I was going to drive but with the way the weather has been, I'd rather take the train.

Kim, you bet.

Sara, now that I'm not working I have to watch my pennies. It costs about $45 to enter him in a show. But...if I'm home on time, I can always go to the cat show as a spectator. How far are you from Detroit?? Maybe we can hook up. I would LOVE to meet Lady Edwina.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Donna, I think Chicago is about 4 hours from Detroit - or is it 6. Let me check. Terry goes that way all the time.....

According to Streets & Trips it's 4 hours and 48 minutes from Detroit MI to Chicago IL, so that means it's really about 4 hours. It would be great if you could come over for it. We'll miss meeting Moo, but we'd be happy to meet you!

[Karen]

Where in Connecticut will you be? I suppose the train won't detour you through Boston or anything like a flight might ... the trains run so close to where I work that our desk rattle a little when the freights go by!

[RICHARD]

I'm Taking The Train To Connecticut





Have fun and remember if you take the train to CT,
bring it back, other people may want to use it

[delidog]

Yes...Have a Great Time!!!!!!

where in Conn. are you going????

[jenluckenbach]

Originally posted by RICHARD

Have fun and remember if you take the train to CT,
bring it back, other people may want to use it

I wish my mind would work this quickly! GOOD ONE