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Giant Steam Engines Chugging Along – A Wonderful Childhood Memory
Ron has fond memories of his childhood days watching steam engines billowing smoke and writes:
As a child growing up, I would spend time with my Grandfather in Glendale (near Los Angeles), California.
I have vivid memories of the trains, having left LA, heading north through Glendale. Although the house was probably a mile from the tracks, I would run out front to watch as they passed through the crossing.
The power of the giant steam engines “chugging” along with their many cars was a childs delight. I could feel the power of the engines pounding the air around me and see the huge clouds of billowing smoke passing back over the train.
It seemed as the trains were miles long, but you could depend on seeing another hard working engine toward the rear. It’s a shame those beautiful engines aren’t in service today, so powerful and so impressive.
Another special treat was the passing of the “Daylight” passenger trains. They were fast and sleek, moving as fast as a bullet. My only clue that they were coming was the sounds from their horns as they approached our crossing. I knew I had to get outside quickly or I would miss them for sure, which I did a few times.
Oh to be able to relive those days. I am seventy now, but those memories still are there for me to enjoy.
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