– Update: I forgot the train had left California, so the sun peeked out at 6:00 AM. *Sigh* and it’s still freezing cold …
The suns peeks out at 5:00 AM in the morning, lighting up the dark shapes around the mountain side. silhouette of trees and other objects start to become visible through the blackness. As more minutes pass by, color starts to appear.
BUT, I wish I could give a damn. IT IS SO FREAKIN COLD … Seriously, this train operates each car as if it were freezers preserving packages of meat being transported to Chicago. There is absolutely no reason for Amtrak to maintain a temperature of 50 degrees. Walking down the aisle, I slowly realize Alex and I were the only 2 individuals that failed to bring any type of blanket. (Note to thyself, purchase blanket from Target in Chicago for remaining part of the trip). There was one forgiving factor, the seats are huge.
The progression of plants and scenery is amazing. Initially, the background is covered with tall evergreens. But it slowly changes to large bushes and small trees. Bushes keep shrinking becoming small shrubs. Shrubs eventually disappear being replaced by a sea of yellow grass. And finally the sea of yellow turns brown, with a few small islands of yellow and green fighting for survival. Pictures are available on Alex’s Camera, remember to obtain a few for own reference.
