Conversation has stopped. Vlada and family are leaving. They are leaving behind memories, friends and their home and country. They are heading toward future that holds no promise. Train has quickly left the former life in diminishing perspective.
New life is completely new.
My knowledge of Canada at that time was scarce. High School information is very basic. My life in Trieste and other cities of Europe was eventful and interesting. However, I have felt like a nomad, I needed a permanent home. The trip across Atlantic was like a dream come true.