Disaster of the Moment Club

Last week I rode the Iron Horse from Havre to Spokane to care for Antoinette, my 4-year old granddaughter, while her mom attended a conference. We had a great time exploring the walking trails and the playgrounds at Riverfront Park. She especially loved the giant Radio Flyer wagon slide and the fountains.

I indulged her every whim.

It was hard to say goodbye.

But at 1:30 Saturday morning I boarded the Empire Builder, tucked myself into my roomy coach seat and closed my eyes to sleep what was left of the night. At first call for breakfast, I scurried to the dining car. I love riding Amtrak. I m...