I Rode An Amtrak Train For The First Time, And It Was Somehow Both Magical And Sad

Since 1971, Amtrak has served as America’s quasi-public national railroad. On one hand, the train was magical and far more comfortable than a plane.

I have finally taken an Amtrak train for the first time in my entire life, and it’s left me conflicted. On the other, this train ride also made me sad.