Amtrak Journey

Amtrak Journey

Neville Jacob included this poem on the previous ‘incarnation’ of ‘The American Beagle’, so I took the liberty of recovering the verses and added some related photographs.

I hope you enjoy!


Amtrak Dining Car, California Coast

Amtrak Journey

Neville Jacob – April 2017

Whiskey – late afternoon sun

Low mountains with shadows falling

Across the desert landscape.

Train rumbling, jolting, 2,000 miles

Nearing my destination

Anxiety, uncertainty,

Clair de Lune, whiskey,

Warm, day-rich sunlight

Glowing and lighting up my carriage.

Light falls, raybeams and shadows,

And a long, long, journey …… nearly done.



Journey’s End, Arizona Desert Stop
California Zephyr – Historic Amtrak Carriage
Amtrak Station – Maricopa Station

Cheers, nca (on behalf of Mr. Neville Jacob)

21 responses to “Amtrak Journey”

  1. Tippy Gnu Avatar

    Looks like you’ve seen some beautiful areas through your train window. Nice photos. I especially like the shot of the California Zephyr.

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    1. Chuckster Avatar
      Chuckster

      Thanks, I think there is a saying about something happening like a thousand times because of the photographic evidence in play.

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      1. Tippy Gnu Avatar

        There must be a word to describe that.

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      2. Chuckster Avatar
        Chuckster

        ๐Ÿค”

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  2. Stella, oh, Stella Avatar

    I would very much like to take the trip so close along the coast in California. But I doubt that I will ever get to visit America; my husband does not wish to set foot in the U.S.A.

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    1. Chuckster Avatar
      Chuckster

      Well, that is understandable. Travel with a spouse is important. Maybe they will reconsider at some point.

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  3. 5thgenerationgirl Avatar

    Beautiful ! It totally resonates on many levels. I’ve taken many trips on that Zephyr back in the day.๐Ÿ™‚
    Tanks for sharing!

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    1. Chuckster Avatar
      Chuckster

      Iโ€™m so glad you stopped by for a visit! As the Conductor says, โ€œโ€ฆstay on the track and youโ€™ll never feel lostโ€.

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  4. WanderingCanadians Avatar

    Beautiful shots, especially of the sunset. The Amtrak Dining Car looks like a fabulous spot to enjoy the scenery on the train. Weโ€™re thinking of maybe taking a road trip along the California coast later in the fall.

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    1. Chuckster Avatar
      Chuckster

      That sounds wonderful, perhaps I may too. Thanks for visiting.

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  5. Indira Avatar

    Love that sunset picture….beautifully captured!

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    1. Chuckster Avatar
      Chuckster

      That is very kind of you to say. ๐ŸŒท

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  6. wetanddustyroads Avatar

    Sunrises and sunsets are my favourite times of day … your last photo is striking. And what a special way to describe a train journey.

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    1. Chuckster Avatar
      Chuckster

      Yes, isnโ€™t it interesting that we as humans are still tied to the sun, tides, and seasons, which are so often hidden in the background behind modern technology and AI and other distracting convenances.

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  7. Pequeรฑo mundo (pk๐ŸŒŽ) Avatar

    BEAUTIFUL picture ๐Ÿงก

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    1. Chuckster Avatar
      Chuckster

      ๐Ÿ™

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  8. jeanvivace Avatar

    Amazing photo!

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    1. Chuckster Avatar
      Chuckster

      Thank you for your kind comment. ๐Ÿ™

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      1. jeanvivace Avatar

        Your welcome ๐Ÿ˜Š

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  9. Zenith Avatar

    The photos are beautiful.

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    1. Chuckster Avatar
      Chuckster

      Thank you for your kind words! ๐Ÿš‰

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