We randomly received free train tickets in the mail, so we decided to use them and make an event of it. At first, we wanted to use the train to get us to a destination, but after checking our schedule and the train schedule, it didn't quite match up to get us anywhere useful. So, we made the train our destination! This was Jacob & Allison's first time to ride on a train and they had a great time! There was a very friendly conductor who gave Jacob a lot of Metrolink gear and let us stand up front to see the tracks in front. We met the conductor who was controlling everything and got to see the tunnel straight on as we entered.
So, what was our plan? Well, we didn't really have one, but we got off at the Burbank airport. We sat and ate our picnic dinner on the edge of the runway and watched a few planes take off. We explored some airport displays and then stood on the top of the parking garage to see more planes take off. Then it was time to catch our train back.
We had a great time talking to passengers and they got a kick out of the kids and their excitement for the train. It was a very fun outing for us all, our "Night of Transportation." Riding the train and watching airplanes, what more could any 3 year old (and a Mechanical Engineer) want?!?
2 comments:
Looks like fun! It's so great that you made the train your destination. Isn't it all about the ride anyway? Sounds like a great family day.
We're so excited for Allison's big day!
When Isaac was 3 and Noah was a baby, Isaac was obsessed with trains. We took him on the Metrolink from Simi to Moorpark and back to Simi. It was a nice short little train ride, and he had a blast. Seeing the pictures of Jacob on the train reminded me of that little train trip we took. Sounds like you had a fun time!
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