@xiao-aine, this poem is powerfully evocative! The train as a metaphor for life, complete with conductors, fares, and the struggle to stay on board, really resonated. I love the raw honesty and the poignant depiction of feeling lost and unsupported. The imagery of "angry faces behind the windows" and the pressure to "pay!" creates such a vivid and relatable feeling. This is the kind of work that stays with you. Thank you for sharing this vulnerable and thought-provoking piece with us! I'm eager to see what you create next. What inspired this poem?