Seeing America

For some, they no longer serve as the centerpiece of government, now little more than a half-occupied office building housing only one or two government offices. But courthouses are the heart of a community.

Standing at the railroad crossing on South Royal Street, a faint, almost distant whistle from a freight train breaks the day’s silence.

The rare and fleeting opportunities to take either a train excursion or a long-distance train trip are an experience to behold. Taking time to sit and watch the scenery breeze by the train’s window is an experience in and of itself.