The Fugees and Roberta Flack have both sung the pained strains of “Killing Me Softly”. It is a song that leeches into your bones when you hear…… Read more “Strumming My Pain With His Fingers”
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You’re What I Look For
Glass Tiger hit on something very primal with this chart topper from the 80’s. The song is about a couple who see each other across a crowded…… Read more “You’re What I Look For”
Soothe the Soul
Music has a way of climbing inside you and taking hold of your very soul. What is your favorite song? What type of music puts you in…… Read more “Soothe the Soul”
Single Rider
Working overtime on a Saturday is no fun. Especially when the train only goes from your town to the city during rush hour Monday to Friday. During…… Read more “Single Rider”
Initiation Protocol
Train travel in the busy corridor to the city can be hectic, but a group of people have taken it upon themselves to make it more enjoyable. …… Read more “Initiation Protocol”
The Daily Rag
At many of the main commuter hubs in the region, there is a newspaper that offers lighthearted comics and headlines to captivate your attention during your ride…… Read more “The Daily Rag”
Fresh Face
This morning you note that there is a new person on the train. There aren’t a lot of new faces on the early rush hour train, so…… Read more “Fresh Face”
Utterly Oratory
Every morning you hear his voice. He is the disembodied voice of the announcements on your daily commute. He welcomes you aboard and let’s you know any…… Read more “Utterly Oratory”
The Eastbound Express
The alarm clock pulls you from your sleep. You did not sleep well, but that is nothing new. Bleary eyed, you go through the motions to get…… Read more “The Eastbound Express”
The Commuting Life
It’s Sunday afternoon and you know that in a few short hours you have to start to prepare your mind and body to get back to your…… Read more “The Commuting Life”
Caycie Thompson 