goclark
goclark's JournalYea! I love trains!
I live in California and I love to ride trains ~
I remember my first train ride by myself ~ I went to Pittsburgh to visit my grandparents and one of the Porters was a family friend. I was Seven.
I am African American and at that time "Colored" People could not sit with the White Passengers. We had to sit in the back.
I was all dressed up in a cute little dress and yes --- Gloves!
I still traveled " First Class" because the Porters took great care of me!
They took turns bringing me special meals on a tray. My tray even had a flower on it.
When the train made stops, Mom's friend pointed out features about the countryside and the towns.
I felt like a Princess.
When the train reached Pittsburgh , my grandparents and aunts and cousins were all dressed up and there waiting for me!
I can hardly wait until I can get on that California Train!
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