Story: "Chai, Chess, and Comic Books": A nostalgic ride on the Indian Railways
Indian Railway station (art created using gencraft) A note: In the early 2000s, when I was just a young girl, my mother and I would embark on a train journey to visit my grandparents. Train journeys in India were a magical part of childhood for those who grew up in the late 90's and early 2000's. This is a short story from that time, a journey that used to be close to my heart and something that I look upon with fondness and nostalgia from time to time. Chapter 1: All Aboard the Adventure Express As the sun rose over the bustling city, my excitement bubbled like a pot of hot tea ready to be poured. The school year was done, and summer vacation had officially begun! Today was the day I would embark on a thrilling journey with my mother aboard the Indian railways. With our bags packed and our hearts brimming with anticipation, we arrived at the station, ready to board the adventure express. I kiss my dad goodbye and get on board. Chapter 2: Chai, Chai, Chugging Along As ...
