Monday, September 28, 2009

Ruby Tuesday

Continuing our train pictures from 30 years ago, this was taken in Strasburg, Pennsylvania at the Strasburg Railroad. This little engine did yard work. The Strasburg Railroad offered at that time, maybe still does, cabooses in which you could stay the night. Each caboose had a bed, bathroom, TV and a lounge chair. It was pretty crowded, but a great treat just the same. In the morning we ate breakfast in a dining car that was stationary, but rocked back and forth just like a real moving train. It also had sound effects.
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4 comments:

Hootin Anni said...

Oh, these photos are so terrific. I love trains...and having the simple pleasure of a caboose that is never in use anymore, makes it all more the worthwhile!

MY R. T. is now posted...scroll down from my Tuesday's Heads or Tails post....
HERE

maryt/theteach said...

Gary, that sounds like fun - to stay in a caboose overnight! Thanks for being part of Ruby Tuesday! :)

Anonymous said...

Hi, Bro-in-law. The pictures are great, and I visited the "Caboose Motel in the spring and it's still there and open to guests. I have such fond memories of my Dad standing beside the engine at the East Broad Top. He always had his hands behind his back and was just in his glory in the presence of those giant trains. He surely did love them! Judy T

Gemma Mira Wiseman aka Pamela Adams said...

This looks so cute and definitely would be a fun experience!