The train has been an interesting experience. We just left Joliet, former place of residence of “Joliet” Jake Blues, which is the last station stop before Chicago’s Union Station.
We’re not alone on this train trip. Some other Texas delegates are on the same trip and I understand we picked up some other state delegates in St. Louis.
BTW, that was my first time (at least that I know of) through St. Louis. The Gateway Arch was really cool, but seeing Busch Stadium, home of those damned St. Louis Cardinals sickened me a bit.
And if anyone ever tells you that train food isn’t good, they either weren’t on this train or they’re just sour on the whole train experience. The food has been utterly fantastic, from the cheese omelet for breakfast to the New York Strip last night (thankfully, meals are included in the price of the sleeper accommodations).
I’ll try to blog every day of the Representative Assembly with a few updates about the big decisions made by the NEA. I don’t know about tomorrow as technically it doesn’t start until Friday. Tomorrow’s for registering and getting things lined up.
And, we’re about 60 miles from Chicago, we’ve got a full tank of gas, half-a-pack of cigarettes, it’s dark, and we’re wearing sunglasses.
Hit it!
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