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Anxiety At a Train Station

I am on the railroad platform in Chicago waiting for my honey, my man. He had run back to purchase me a sandwich with warm honey ham. We are heading to California on a Zephyr that has a great reputation. This is the sixth time we have been on this train leaving this station. Our daughter lives in California, a place that is warm in the winter time. We bought our tickets way ahead, and now I’m standing on this line. Others are gathering; a lady with six children and an enormous purse. My man had better get back here fast; I start to expect the worst. Maybe he was mugged, and will not be back in time to make the train. Has he fallen? Developed a huge concussion on his tiny brain? Someone hands me a hot ham sandwich, and I smile in sheer delight. Glad we are taking the train again, as I am terrified to take a flight.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2021




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Date: 1/20/2021 12:29:00 PM
I am reading your many writes. What a cute story/write this is. "Love It" I have done 3 trains with 1 as an overnight. It was fun to see what was outside. Enjoy your day with blessings.............
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Caren Krutsinger
Date: 1/20/2021 9:40:00 PM
Thank you very much Paula.
Date: 1/19/2021 9:15:00 PM
Once I had a terrible anxious experience waiting in a Railway Station. Your poem just reminded me the event. Later I will share with the soupers. Love.
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Caren Krutsinger
Date: 1/20/2021 4:50:00 AM
Thank you Anisha. I am glad.

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