Thursday, December 27, 2012

Train Trip Day 7: Destination Orlando, FL



There was a slight delay right before pulling into Orlando's train station. An elderly lady was lost on the tracks when we stopped into Winter Springs, Florida. Cousin Nancy and Cousin Tina came to pick me up around 1pm. We then headed to lunch at Panera Bread. After lunch, we dropped Nancy off at work, and Tina and I continued on to Merritt Island. So here I am, safe and sound.

Today's blog will conclude my solo Cross America Train Trip. It took 7 days, 4 trains, and 3 books to get me here. I have to say this experience was completely worth it. Waking up every morning and eating breakfast in the Observation Room while watching the America's beautiful landscape pass you by is an experience I cannot really describe in words. It was peaceful, tranquil and something I needed for myself. Even if the scenery was white, it was still full of wonder and awe. The anonymous passengers I've met and listened to have helped me through boring moments at the station and on the train. I am more in love with our country and people. Thank you All for following my blog during the Train Trip from San Jose, CA to Orlando, FL. I really didn't know what direction the blog was going. I was using past and present tense within the same sentences. Editing was the last thing on my mind when I am on a time crunch trying to publish a blog by the end of the day and battling network signals. This serves as a memory book of sorts.

Next stop Paris!

Your one and only,
Dziem

4 comments:

  1. Dziem, So glad you made it safely across these wonderful United States. I believe travel is the most comprehensive education you can receive. It's a wonderful gift that you have given to yourself and it you will remember it for a life time. I know that you will enjoy Paris. I visited 3 times while I was stationed in Belgium.
    There is a wonderful magic that abounds. All the best, Eddy

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  2. Thanks for the wonderful cross country adventure. I enjoyed ever minute of your blog. I had a wonderful trip.....and from your writings it seems you had an adventure to treasure. Enjoy Florida! With Love, Jann

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  3. I am so happy to hear that you are off and enjoying yourself! I can't wait to hear all about it in person when you come back! You are coming back...right!? :)

    You deserve this time and Timmy & Tammy wish you a safe and wonderful trip... Four Paws are waving to you!!!

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  4. I went through the blog over a nice warm cup of tea... Great trip Dziem!....its very inspirational and makes me want to take a similar one. Your writing is awesome and made me feel as if I did take that trip just by reading. It did bring back memories of our great San Francisco trip back in the days....that was fun.

    Cheers and happy new year!

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