Wednesday, June 9, 2010

The Train Ride and Snorelax

Ok this is my (Allen's) first post. When I first heard about the train ride I was feeling pretty good about it because I heard that we had our own room that had 4 beds in it. So I had figured that since there were 4 beds it had to be big. That good feeling started to disapear when we boarded the train. First off it was a challenge to even get to the room because we had to drag our luggage through a very very very tiny corridor. Second when we finally got to the room we found a 6' by 6' room with 4 fold out beds that weren't more than a couple feet wide. I (unfortunately) had to have the top bunk so I was worried about falling out of bed because I have a tendency to roll. But, I soon figured out, falling out of bed was the least of my problems.It started when we were about to fall asleep when I heard a sound somewhat resembling a chainsaw. First I thought it was my dad cause he is the main culprit for snoring in our family. But when I looked at him he was still reading. Second I looked to see if it was my brother but he was still awake. 3rd I looked at my mom but she also was still more or less awake. About then the chainsaw sound kicked up 1 or two notches (or 3 or 4...) next to my head. Thats when it dawned on me that the chainsaw was on the other side of the door being created by some guy (who I have named snorelax) who obviously forgot to blow his nose before going to bed. Long story short it took me a very long time to fall alsleep but I just thought that it must be 10x worse for the people who had to share a room with him.




This is the train room that four people with four huge suitcases and four carryon bags plus a camera bag had to squeeze into.

13 comments:

  1. Hilarious writing, Allen! You may look into being an Author, you are very talented!! So sorry to hear about Snorelax!! What a drag, looking forward to hearing more from you and seeing pics of you with your little sister! Just think, tonite's gunna be a good good nite---NO Snorelax!!

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  2. Hope you were able to get some sleep--I still want you to get Nadia soon and come to PA!!!---from Matthew

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  3. Allen,
    How is your mother dealing with the lack of sleep?My guess is that she wasn't planning on losing sleep until AFTER Nadia was home. Keep an eye on her, and don't forget to tell her (often) what a wonderful parent she has been to you and your siblings. Consider your lost night of ZZZZ's as picking up your cross for the sake of Christ!!! Great post!
    The Allen Family

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  4. Hope you got some sleep,Allen-can't wait to see you in PA----from Michael

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  5. Make sure your mom counts the blogspot towards your writing assignments. Mr Frye has decided that earplugs are his friends. He wears them everywhere now, even at our own home. Blessings to you all. Mrs. Frye

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  6. YOu are a great writer! That was so funny to read. I thought the chainsaw was going to be an engine or something. Hope you get sleep tonight!

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  7. You're funny Allen! I know exactly what you mean about the train :) Tight fit and you can hear everything!

    So what do you think of your baby sister? :) She is so adorable. I can't wait to see what you guys think of Ukraine....especially Zaphoryzhe.

    Jodi

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  8. Hi, it's Caroline. I'm glad you got to see Nadia. Bye.
    Hope you're having a great time. Aubrey

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  9. Hunter----HAAAA HAAAA!!!! sorry could not help it!!! sounds like you spent the night with your next door neighbor as Olivia!!! Hee hee see yall when you get back


    Olivia----Are you enjoying Nadia at the orphanage???? Is that a pool behind you???
    love Olivia

    Kate---- Hi Nadia:)

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  10. Oh, that new picture on top is adorable! She looks like the rest of you :)

    And the one of Josi on the side is really pretty.

    Tell your mom and dad you want to meet Alexander sooooon. And tell them you want to go out to Rambo's house and have supper.

    You'll have fun, trust me ;)

    Jodi

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  11. I love the pic on the top with you and you sister! She is sooo cute!!!! I am 11, and I'm going to be going to Ukraine in umm... 22 days on a mission trip for a couple of weeks. I can't wait to hear about your perspective of traving though Ukraine! Too bad you didn't get very much sleep on the train. I am going to take this post as a tip, and remeber to bring earplugs for my train trip when I'm over there. :-) Can't wait to see more pics of your little sister!

    Sarah
    ukrainemissiontrip2010.blogspot.com

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  12. How entertaining! Yes, Allen, I agree with the many others, you do have a talent for writing. I look forward to your next post (no pressure). Keep enjoying your trip.

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  13. What a great story Allen - Mrs. Dunn and IEW would be very proud of you. I think the train is not the best place to sleep after your great story. Nadia already looks like the Ferguson clan - have a great time getting to know her and keep telling your great stories!! We miss you all and Taylor especially misses your awesome guitar stills at band practice.
    The Deckerts - Jeff, Jan, Taylor and Ryan

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