Bringing the Community Together
Community has long been something very important to me, mostly because I remember what my life was like without it. While no community is perfect, much like no family is perfect, it warms my heart to have opportunities to engage with the various communities I have since become invested.
The annual CSX Santa Train has recently been one of those events that I have eagerly anticipated. This being only my second year following the train on its 110 mile route from Shelbiana, KY to Kingsport, TN, it was certainly a memorable one in both positive and not so positives aspects.
Since I arrived late at the famous Copper Creek trestle, rather than muscle my way into the photo line, I decided to incorporate the photo line into the shot, giving perspective that, while the train itself is important, so to are those that find enjoyment in coming out year after year, either chasing, volunteering or simply looking to catch a glimpse of Santa.
The CSX Santa Train has since become one of my favorite holiday traditions. I'm hoping to continue traveling to the mountains of Appalachia each November to witness this beautiful way the railroad brings the community together!
Bringing the Community Together
Community has long been something very important to me, mostly because I remember what my life was like without it. While no community is perfect, much like no family is perfect, it warms my heart to have opportunities to engage with the various communities I have since become invested.
The annual CSX Santa Train has recently been one of those events that I have eagerly anticipated. This being only my second year following the train on its 110 mile route from Shelbiana, KY to Kingsport, TN, it was certainly a memorable one in both positive and not so positives aspects.
Since I arrived late at the famous Copper Creek trestle, rather than muscle my way into the photo line, I decided to incorporate the photo line into the shot, giving perspective that, while the train itself is important, so to are those that find enjoyment in coming out year after year, either chasing, volunteering or simply looking to catch a glimpse of Santa.
The CSX Santa Train has since become one of my favorite holiday traditions. I'm hoping to continue traveling to the mountains of Appalachia each November to witness this beautiful way the railroad brings the community together!