A train - Avery Ady

A train

Every journey holds its own beauty, whether it's your first time or your thousandth in the same loop.

For me, the straightforward journey of traveling on this train, with no fixed destination in mind. I find solace in the uninterrupted passage of time, free from distractions, as the landscape shifts outside my window.

In this everlasting journey, the tunnel passages offer moments of solitude, disconnected from the outside world, while open vistas reveal nature's ever-changing canvas. From the delicate blossoms adorning naked trees in spring to the lush greenery and sweltering heat of summer, from the gloomy hues of winter to the vibrant palette of autumn, each season brings me closer to the essence of our world.

These travels also bring me into contact with a diverse tapestry of humanity. Though not inherently social, I am not entirely isolated either. I observe the kaleidoscope of fellow travelers.

Some sprinted from afar to catch the train, others eagerly stepped off at the stop to catch another connection or attend classes. Some cocoon themselves with earphones, lost in their own world, while the jolly banter of groups adds a lively dynamic to the journey.

And then, at the final stop, as everyone alights and new faces fill the carriage, new chapters unfold, each person assuming a role in the ongoing narrative of my life.