Instead of a birthday party this year, we gave Grant a trip to St. Louis on Amtrak. We left 2 days after his birthday after waking up at 6 to catch the train in Elgin.

Grant and I after boarding the Metra train for the first leg of our trip, Elgin to Chicago Union Station.

Waving goodbye to the womenfolk as the train pulls away from the station.

After boarding the Amtrak train in Chicago. The business class area was nice, with spacious seats, power outlets, and dedicated restroom

Mugging for the camera.

We packed our lunch. Mom even stuck a few Amtrak napkins in our bag!

Grant watching as we pass another Amtrak train at speed.

Two thumbs up for the lunch Mom made for us.

Trying to rest. It took quite awhile for Grant to relax and fall asleep since the train was so exciting.

Finally out.

 
Grant and the Gateway Arch.

Our train at the St. Louis station.

More in the next installment, coming soon!

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