Day 1

Since we were still awake, we walked back three cars to the dining car for breakfast. 

We were one of the first tables so we are quickly and walked back to our car. Rae and I sat in the third bunk area and chatted, took pictures, did some writing and crocheted. 

The cell reception is spotty; really only available in the mid-sized towns we stop in so anytime our phones make any noise we both dive for them to see if we have a signal. We stopped for a spell in Gogama and I had enough juice to call home and talk to the kids. Abby told me the house had already descended into chaos (her words) without me. I'm sure she's just trying to make me feel better.

We went for lunch and sat with some other women travelling on the train; one of whom turned out to be the onboard entertainment! 

After lunch we ventured the entire length of the train to the rear domed lounge where I took some pictures and then headed back. Rae went for a nap so I went to check out the entertainment.