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People generally seem to have a vague notion of what model railroading is all about. The modular set-ups I have seen at the mall will indeed attract attention as a curiosity and prompt passers-by to host their children on their shoulders to see the "toy trains". But this kind of spectator curiosity is of the sort one finds in a glass-blowing exhibition. There is seldom a thought of obtaining a deeper understanding than what is 'spectator-obvious' and the crowd quickly moves on in search of the next interesting thing that might serve the need for instant gratiffication. Certainly, exposure is one key element, but a lasting and growing interest requires passion. To spend time, money and energy on something involves passion. (Think about how some people feel about deer hunting or golf.) <br /> I have personally come to the opinion that some people are more genetically endowed with creative tendencies than others. And strong creative tendencies in some people engenders creative passion. There is pure joy in satisfying a creative bent that involves creating something with your own hands. I , myself, have experienced this many times in woodwork and from my dabbling in art. <br /> Where does creative passion come from? I don't know. But I do know that some people don't seem to have any. We are a spectator society ( probably related to the obesity problem). <br /> So it seems to me that the key is provide positive, constructive exposure to those who seem to harbor innate creative tendencies. This may sound elitist, but the reality is that the hobby is not for everyone. <br /> Bryant
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