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Friday, February 15, 2008

Hitting the Rocks...Point of Rocks.

Eric and I headed up to Point of Rocks after work today.



Nothing like the grinding of metal to ease the stress of a long week. Weeknights bring us the opportunity to see the MARC train and the multitude of rail commuters. In our short time up at Point of Rocks we had 3 MARC trains. I always love the looks we get from those commuting as we just stand and watch the train. There's just something so calming about the sound of the train...almost a feelng of freedom.

We were first greeted with a CSX intermodel heading WB. A couple MARC trains and an Amtrak later we got our 2nd freight train of empty coal hoppers. I took this picture of the train passing by the Point of Rocks station.



Night was fast approaching and the traffic was starting to slow. I took this final picture of the night of the signal towers and the sun setting over the mountains.



It was the perfect ending to a busy day. Just Eric, the sound of trains and me. What more could a girl ask for?!?

Families are the compass that guide us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights, and our comfort when we occasionally falter. - Brad Henry

1 comments:

Anonymous said...

I would have made the day perfect! :p```` Those are some great shots, especially the empty coal hopper and the depot. You really should make this a career. I'll fill you in on some of train action later! Blessings to you both and God speed!