Hello gentlemen ... got a chance to chat briefly with rt the other day on another chat ... then I lost him . Thought I'd stop by and say hi . Have been extremely busy doing alot of photography and buying addons for this nikon . A few of us get together and go on photo trips ... it's alot o fun ! Have'nt messd with my trains too much ... I get a few out when visitors come and run them ... they love the cab forwards and especially my shays . Okay .... hope all are good ... am really going to come by more often ... I miss you guys !!!
Yea ... it's been awhile .... thanks for all the greetings guys ... I'm glad to be back and will come by more often .
Dennis chief did the southern thing to try and confuse the Yankee's and I see he forgot to tell his right hand man that he is starting the June pot a day early well have his cat do it anyway you need to check the June pot even thou today is may 31.
Life's hard, even harder if your stupid John Wayne
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Good afternoon Y'all!
Just a quick stop over as I have to go re-set some of the other computers as we had a issue with the phone lines here....someone used a aluminum can instead of tin. Anyway, AT&T finally got things straightened out, but now I have to redo the log ins for the other systems.
Hope everyone had a great Memorial day. I had to go in and do a case...again. I am finally off call and getting ready for some much needed time off.
God Bless,Dennis
TCA#09-63805
Good Morning
guess I'll go to the June pot now..
"IT's GOOD TO BE THE KING",by Mel Brooks
Charter Member- Tardis Train Crew (TTC) - Detroit3railers- Detroit Historical society Glancy Modular trains- Charter member BTTS
Brutus Thingie is running late - kids are on Summer clock and I lost track of time. Lucky we have that way-back circuit Laz and Mike rigged up for us. Sub-Bob fine tuned it and RT found the parts we needed. Don's neighbor was inspirational as well We did find a bag of grits gumming up the works, but Dr. Dennis was able to remove that without any contamination. Everybody run your beacons and we'll come get you and then go back to get the famous banilla and goodies. Pat can drive and Jack and I can sit and talk with my Dad for a while. Just don't bring up politics! This Coffee Pot is about the only place I go every single day on the web and I feel I have made some real friends here. I know I left a lot off that list like the Dougs, the Franks, a Bill, some Jims, some Johns, Wes, two Bruces, Chuck, Jon, Ray, Roy, and others who have been and gone, or even come back after a while. Don't forget Mysty, Penny, and some others. What ever happened to that guy from the Netherlands, I wonder? We also miss Reggie and the guy from Alaska, who apparently left the door open late into the year, this year! Dr. John, Spankybird, it's just too many! I think there are like 50 guys on here regularly, RT said - that sounds about right. Glad to know you all Thanks especially to the veterans and their families!
Thingie is running late - kids are on Summer clock and I lost track of time. Lucky we have that way-back circuit Laz and Mike rigged up for us. Sub-Bob fine tuned it and RT found the parts we needed. Don's neighbor was inspirational as well We did find a bag of grits gumming up the works, but Dr. Dennis was able to remove that without any contamination. Everybody run your beacons and we'll come get you and then go back to get the famous banilla and goodies. Pat can drive and Jack and I can sit and talk with my Dad for a while. Just don't bring up politics! This Coffee Pot is about the only place I go every single day on the web and I feel I have made some real friends here. I know I left a lot off that list like the Dougs, the Franks, a Bill, some Jims, some Johns, Wes, two Bruces, Chuck, Jon, Ray, Roy, and others who have been and gone, or even come back after a while. Don't forget Mysty, Penny, and some others. What ever happened to that guy from the Netherlands, I wonder? We also miss Reggie and the guy from Alaska, who apparently left the door open late into the year, this year! Dr. John, Spankybird, it's just too many! I think there are like 50 guys on here regularly, RT said - that sounds about right. Glad to know you all
Thanks especially to the veterans and their families!
DonB and all........
Brutus' summary is most revealing.
A couple of years ago there was a CTT Forum thread asking folks for their ages. I stopped counting @ about 30 the number of regular Pot contributors. They ranged in age from 14 to several in their 70s. There were some "regulars" whom I realized were conspicuously absent from revealing their age. I concluded they must have been in the Federal witness protection program.
If you consider the diverse backgrounds of folks who regularly read and/or post here, and a virtual LACK of p*ssing contests, you would have to conclude the opposite of what Don wrote about: some feelings of exclusion or an impenetrable "clique."
Show me just one other group of people this diverse that shows more respect, acceptance, and support to all. My church group isn't this inclusive, accepting, and supportive !!!
JimmyT wrote that in life one has to jump in and make their own way, if they want to. As in everything in life, one has to take what they want or need and disregard the rest. I write long, opinionated posts, much to some folks' consternation; and I realize my posts are tedious or aggravating to some. But I try to comment on other peoples' posts because their life and their opinions are no less important than my own. I do my best to post a welcome to each newcomer. And I don't get annoyed if folks find little interest in what I post. Each is free to skip every word. I take no offense.
As others have said so eloquently here, for the most part "we" have neither met one another nor spoken on the phone. Yet the content and tone of the exchanges here would indicate otherwise. And when it comes to support, one only has to read this thread for a week to realize for the most part "we" do care about the trials, tribulations, opinions, and feelings of each poster. In a cynical and dsyfunctional world, this forum is a breath of fresh air.
After I had been a CTT forums member for about three months the Chief began my rookie interrogation, noting that my profile said too little about myself. He proceeded to ask a whole bunch of questions, some kind of personal. I replied that he should read (the Pot) more because in the previous three months' posts I had already disclosed just about everything about myself "except the size of my underwear." I realized he started this thread. And I could see from the number of his posts how active he had been and how involved he had been. So I took his jabs and interrogation as good fun. If it wasn't, so be it.
When he noted I was a Yankee and poked some fun, I posted a fictitious history of Rolesville NC, inventing facts such as.... it got its roots in the 1700s as a penal colony and that the residents and mayor were all descendents of the original inmates. He could have taken offense but did not; rather, he posted a factual history of Rolesville.
When one tries to satisfy everyone, nobody wins. It can't be done. This forum has maintained a mantra of inclusion and respect. As JimmyT wrote, if you want to be included in the friendly exchanges, jump right in. If you wish to sit on the outskirts, do that. The POT is what you make it, for yourself and for others.
So DonB, please keep doing exactly what you have been doing. I just hope that those who take occasional umbrage about what is posted here step back and realize that your concept of inclusion is at the control of your fingertips.
Jack
IF IT WON'T COME LOOSE BY TAPPING ON IT, DON'T TRY TO FORCE IT. USE A BIGGER HAMMER.
Brutus - Thanks for letting me drive. Just be sure your seat belts are on. You know me when Don's neighbor is around!
I am relatively knew to the Pot (only 2 1/2 years) but I feel I know those you mentioned (except Mysty and Penny) and they are a great bunch.
Pat
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Alo out der, I'm Neddles, and I already started a new thread for da month. De mayer and his pooches done went to da lake. (Shirking duddy, as always) Im here tho. Started a new pot, I gots some ladies waitin, so I gotta go.
Neddles
RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.
Good Evening
88 today,felt good. 92 tomorrow so they say. I left the windows open till after supper. The AC is on now for the first time this season. The kids scattered so we had a quiet day at home and invited our widow neighbor over for supper. Banilla is ready for Brutus and the thingy..s.J.
April 1, 2004, while I was in Savanah GA. for Bass Pro Shops Spring Fishing Event. I was doing a new thread each morning. [we did that on a bass fishing forum]. Big Boy [Elliot] suggested I do one and let it run. We did. Buckeye, Tom P., Big Boy and myself were about it. Then suddenly OGR folks showed up [they were mad with OGR due to suggested fees to post]. They stayed a few and that got resolved and they went back to OGR. Think the original Coffee Pot was the longest running thread in history. We were "jaming" up the server so CTT suggested we do a monthly one. Folks came and stayed. Those who did not "fit" or like us, left. That is fine. I think we have the best "gang" in the toy train world. While I was flying around the USA for Pro Mariner, if someone was near or in the city I was flying into, I tried to make a visit. Got to see Buckeye several times. He will not show the photo his good looking wife took in front of Rogers Corner Silo with me presenting him a bag of GRITS. Always shows the one without the grits. Bob Keller and CTT have been very gracious to allow us to "carry on" the way we do. This has built a "band of brothers" [stolen from Doug M.]. God bless us all.
Walking out the door to drive north to the lake house. Back next Sunday. Needles the cat will have to start the new Pot for June as I will be gone [unless I make the wireless at the country store, do it will be early]. Lucy is with me.
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
Hey chief lets hear your version on how the coffee pot got started. I remember it being a little different something about you and bigboy Eliotte) talking one sunday
Aloha. Sounds like a good weekend. Sunny and 90s today - a new record. Went to the parade through downtown Crystal Lake and honor guard ceremony at the local cemetery; still pretty small-town-ish. Which is nice. Then visited at a nearby lake with my inlaws and brother-in-law and family. Paddle-boats, hot-dog-lunch. That sort of thing. Now the youngest is washing both cars. Don't know what got into him but I want to encourage it. Teen studies for finals all day. Hope it helps. Joe, hope your daughter is healed-up soon. That showed true character.
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
Buckeye Riveter You notce the Chief did not deny the story of how he traveled to Ohio to check me out. Chiefie, just remember I don't own a Buckeye Train.
You notce the Chief did not deny the story of how he traveled to Ohio to check me out.
Chiefie, just remember I don't own a Buckeye Train.
Truth be the truth. I always go by Buckeye's if I go to Cabela's or Bass Pro Shops anywhere near Ohizo. Been a while. Might just catch a flight with all those miles. Maybe a train.
Think good thoughts, do good deeds!
Celebrating 18 years on the CTT Forum.
Buckeye Riveter......... OTTS Charter Member, a Roseyville Raider and a member of the CTT Forum since 2004..
Jelloway Creek, OH - ELV 1,100 - Home of the Baltimore, Ohio & Wabash RR
TCA 09-64284
wrmcclellan Woe in BuckeyeLand - Ohio football coach quits amid NCAA issues....
Woe in BuckeyeLand - Ohio football coach quits amid NCAA issues....
Passing through. Had to weed garden and set out more plants. Got a ripe tomato. Had to mow grass as rained while gone. Servicing pickup [past due]. Hitting the road back to lake house. Enjoy.
RockIsland52 wrmcclellan: Son mowed lawn yesterday without being asked......... Roy.........my son dragged out all of the window A/C units and installed them without being asked. I think you and I are about to be hit up for something like a "downpayment loan" on a vehicle.
wrmcclellan: Son mowed lawn yesterday without being asked.........
Jack - I think he is campaigning for a better vehicle than the "driver" he has currently for when he graduates HS next year. Wants a Jeep. I am willing to deal with him if he keeps his grades up and gets accepted to a major university.
Another breezy one here today.
Thanks to all our vets for their sacrifices.
RT - you are going above and beyond
Have a great day all!
Regards, Roy
Buckeye, OK, I get it. You mean it was actually boring. Sounds like the Chief changed that. I was surprised that he went all the way to Ohio to "check you out". I have a friend from Ohio but he was so close to West Virginia, I don't know how much of it rubbed off on him. He grew up in a little town called Martins Ferry across the river from Wheeling W.V. I think. My friend was in the circus when he was young and was part of the famous Wallenda high wire troop for about three years. He is the one who introduced me to toy trains, circus, train swap meets and a lot of other fun stuff. Sadly, he is pretty much house bond now due to health problems but I still visit him as often as he feels up to it.
As was mentioned by RT I think, we will probably get another story about you and the Chief when he gets back from the Lake.
Thanks to all vets on this memorial day,
Ray
SPMan
Good morning all,
IIABSDISEI with temps in the 90s. It is HOT, HOT, HOT! RI52, I am glad you liked the race commentary. Dennis W., I am not quite sure how the restarts were supposed to work, but I do get the impression the drivers did all they could to avoid as much contact as possible. The jury is still out on that one. The prerace ceremonies were awesome as well. They had several former race winners cirlce the track and they brought many of the former winning cars out of the museum. It was fun explaining to some fans nearby the significance and time of the various cars. All the traditions that went on. Taps was particularly poignant this year. Jim Nabors did not leave a dry eye in the house. Al Unser, Jr. said it best one time in Victory Lane, "You just do not know what Indy means". Even the last lap drama epitomized all that could be contained at Indy. As much as I felt bad for the rookie, I have nothing but respect for Dan Wheldon. He is a person who truly loves and respects the speedway. I hope you all have a great day.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
80 and going to the low 90's today at exit 77 on the GSP.
Too hot for this time of year but........
It always seened ironic to me to say or hear "Happy Memorial Day" but, enjoy the day of rememberance everyone.
Decided on a new grill yesterday and didn't spend much on it. My old one was a gift from the kids a while back and probably cost some $250. I may regret buying a smaller less expensive one but I'm giving it a try and weight this decision for my next purchase.
Dinner and a movie turned out great and Godfather Part II is on order for next weekend.
Fifedog - It was fun going over all the catchphrases that movie gave us in the 70's with the kids. They all enjoyed it and even thought it was 3 hours or so want to see part 2 next week and thats a little longer.
Joe - The Yanks finally played an easy game yesterday and with the help of SJ's team beating Jack's teams we should be tied tonight (let's hope).
Buckeye - Thanks for the history lesson. Things are falling into place more and more now.
RT - Nice job helping the Vets, and thanks for your service and to all the other Potter's here who are and who have served.
Bayville, NJ
Life is what happens to youWhile you're busy making other plans - John Lennon
Happy Memorial Day!
I know it's easy to remember our fallen service members from the WWII and even our current wars, but we sometimes forget those who served in Korea and Vietnam. Let's all take time to remember all who gave their lives and also the ones who died on active duty but not necessarily combat.
It is going to be very warm but is crazy windy again. It was the same way yesterday. We had company over for dinner so I did not have time to post yesterday. The company was a couple from church and their pregnant daughter. The daughter and her husband do not have much so we gave them some baby items we no longer need.
We plan to have a nice relaxing day and will probably have hot dogs on the grill. I will have to work for a little while this afternoon: I have a guy coming in today who will fill in for me for the rest of the week since I will be on a mini-vacation to PA. I need to show him around the base. I hope to make it to another Junior College World Series game this evening after it cools down.
Jack - Our daughter definitely makes us proud. Quitting was not option in her mind and we're glad she has that mentality at 9y/o.
Good day,
Joe
rtraincollector Morning all I have the pleasure today to be working serving meals to our nations finest employees our veterans Being one myself also brings meaning to me and want to thank my fellow vets for there service as well Well time to get started you all have a blessed day and a safe one
Morning all I have the pleasure today to be working serving meals to our nations finest employees our veterans Being one myself also brings meaning to me and want to thank my fellow vets for there service as well
Well time to get started you all have a blessed day and a safe one
Bless you, RT!!!!! And today we should raise a glass to NavyJack (RIP).
cheapclassics Good evening all, IIABSDISEI with temps in the high 80s. It was a great day at the track as TEAM RED was soundly defeated and a small team (Bryan Herta Autosports) won on the last turn on the last lap. As great as their joy, the pain for Panther Racing in yet another second place was tremendous. As for more important matters, the Foyt team had a terrible day as a possible top 10 went down the drain with a horrible set of pitstops. Ed Carpenter led for 3 laps and was in contention for a top 10 but it went away toward the end. Swiss Miss tagged the wall early and dropped out. At least "Chippie and Roger" did not win and for that I am grateful. My daughter and I bonded before and during the race as we shared memories of my dad. Came home and watched the race again. It was a long day, but a good day. I hope everyone has a good day. Keep on training, Mike C. from Indiana
Good evening all,
IIABSDISEI with temps in the high 80s. It was a great day at the track as TEAM RED was soundly defeated and a small team (Bryan Herta Autosports) won on the last turn on the last lap. As great as their joy, the pain for Panther Racing in yet another second place was tremendous. As for more important matters, the Foyt team had a terrible day as a possible top 10 went down the drain with a horrible set of pitstops. Ed Carpenter led for 3 laps and was in contention for a top 10 but it went away toward the end. Swiss Miss tagged the wall early and dropped out. At least "Chippie and Roger" did not win and for that I am grateful. My daughter and I bonded before and during the race as we shared memories of my dad. Came home and watched the race again. It was a long day, but a good day. I hope everyone has a good day.
MikeC.......thanks for a better recap than I could get on the news last night. I got to see the start and 5-10 minute pieces here and there. But with 40 people over for the BBQ, "the boss" kept retrieving me from the viewing room and putting me to work. I was on photo duty at the finish and missed the best part.
wrmcclellan Afternoon all! Sunny and windy as previously reported. Son mowed lawn yesterday without being asked......... Will be firing up the grill tonight - NASCAR on tap..
Afternoon all!
Sunny and windy as previously reported. Son mowed lawn yesterday without being asked.........
Will be firing up the grill tonight - NASCAR on tap..
Roy.........my son dragged out all of the window A/C units and installed them without being asked. I think you and I are about to be hit up for something like a "downpayment loan" on a vehicle.
AF53 John - Great idea, I wish I thought of that first!!!! But I'm thinking that we could both do better with $200????? Ray
John - Great idea, I wish I thought of that first!!!! But I'm thinking that we could both do better with $200?????
AF Ray and Hudson John.......you two have quite the effective conspiracy going on. I like it!!!!!!!
Jack.
Best wishes to all for a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day. My family is coming over for a (much smaller scale) resumption of yesterday's post First Communion cookout at our place; I hope to stop the festivities to ask for a moment of silence and prayer for our service men and women, past and present, and their families, for the sacrifices they have made so that we could be enjoying this day. Brutus.....please thank your Dad for including me with some memorable reminders that included many poignant observations this Memorial day weekend.
JoeyD.....your daughter's performing "hurt" when she was injured and not at her best says a lot about her character and that of her parents at a very young age. A lesser person, adult or otherwise, might have taken a pass, afraid that they would embarrass themselves in front of a large audience. She let no one down, especially herself. So many of us, myself included sometimes, overworry about perfection when it is the effort that counts the most. You and your wife must be so very proud of her, and it probably took a lot of restraint on your part to let her decide for herself whether or not tp perform.
I am about a zillion posts behind, so it is time to do some reading before things get chaotic again.
All Gave Some
Some Gave All.
Thank You Vets!
Jon
So many roads, so little time.
MEMORIAL DAY 2011
Bright sun going to 90. I didn't watch the 500 but saw the finish on TV this morning. WOW. Granny's feeding me fresh made potato salad for breakfast. I love it..S.J.
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