Today I couldn’t make my walk in the morning, so I decided to head for Old Saybrook over lunch. The weather was kinda crappy, but hopefullyI’d at least catch a train or two while I was there.
Well, that’s exactly what I caught – two trains, both of which were Amtraks. Turns out that P&W NR-2 was working back & forth between Groton and New London until well past noon. Oh, well, at least I got something.
With the so-so flat lighting, I figured some people shots would work well. So I plopped myself on the center platform in advance of a westbound Amtrak regional. A few minutes later the automated warning system kicked in and announced the arrival of the train. The riders began to get ready to board.
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And as the train stops, some buisness class passengers walk to the head end for their seats
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Once all were aboard, the train headed out
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And a mom & her son watched the train depart
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Once the train had left, a quick check of the schedule showed an eastbound Acela due in within 10 minutes. I figured I could get it in before having to hit the road. Right on time, the Acela showed up and sped through the station. With the flatter and more subdued lighting, I went with a blur shot, both coming & going.
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Then it was time to head back. Not a bad lunchtime.
Thanks for looking!
Tom
