Caren Krutsinger Poet Rhyme

Anxiety At a Train Station

I am on the railroad platform in Chicago waiting for my honey, my man.
He had run back to purchase me a sandwich with warm honey ham.
We are heading to California on a Zephyr that has a great reputation.
This is the sixth time we have been on this train leaving this station.

Our daughter lives in California, a place that is warm in the winter time.
We bought our tickets way ahead, and now I’m standing on this line.
Others are gathering; a lady with six children and an enormous purse.
My man had better get back here fast; I start to expect the worst.

Maybe he was mugged, and will not be back in time to make the train.
Has he fallen? Developed a huge concussion on his tiny brain?
Someone hands me a hot ham sandwich, and I smile in sheer delight.
Glad we are taking the train again, as I am terrified to take a flight.

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Paula Goldsmith January 20, 2021 at 12:29 PM I am reading your many writes. What a cute story/write this is. "Love It" I have done 3 trains with 1 as an overnight. It was fun to see what was outside. Enjoy your day with blessings............. Caren Krutsinger January 20, 2021 at 9:40 PM Thank you very much Paula.

Anisha Dutta January 19, 2021 at 9:15 PM Once I had a terrible anxious experience waiting in a Railway Station. Your poem just reminded me the event. Later I will share with the soupers. Love. Caren Krutsinger January 20, 2021 at 4:50 AM Thank you Anisha. I am glad.