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QUOTE: Originally posted by Ted D. Kramer This "rant" probably would be properly placed on the "Coffee Shop" thread. The "Shop," however, has pretty much been relegated to a close knit clique of "Insiders" with Topics of a personal, provincial nature.
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QUOTE: Originally posted by Ted D. Kramer ... May every Pike have a Hobo Jungle, a "peek-a-boo" shower scene and "Murphy's Corner Pub!" Failing the above, just a "fluted sides" standard heavy weight Pullman with a "Budd" builder's plate or an under body A/C compressor for a cattle car will do...
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QUOTE: Ted D. Kramer Posted: 29 Apr 2005, 07:40:43 This "rant" probably would be properly placed on the "Coffee Shop" thread. The "Shop," however, has pretty much been relegated to a close knit clique of "Insiders" with Topics of a personal, provincial nature. So, stretching the Title of "General Discussion" to its' limits; I'd like to make an observation. From time to time, a response to a Topic may appear to be a bit terse by some Contributor resulting in a full "ration" of paranoic verbage that is misdirected. Most mature M.R.'s that I know have always retained a sense of humor, even in regard to their own efforts. How many times have we looked into our past blunders (after picking up the spikes) and nearly cried from laughter? Recently, there seems to be a lack of good humor in many of these postings which makes for a "too intense" exchange of commentary. Perhaps, if we "lighten up" a bit, these forums will be less a guarded "ego trip" and more a good hearted enlightening "fun read." Sorry if this "hits too close to home" for some but for the vast majority, it may be "right on target." Happy rails to all of you and "keep on smiling."
QUOTE: Originally posted by Ted D. Kramer ...under body A/C compressor for a cattle car will do.
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QUOTE: Ted D. Kramer Posted: 01 May 2005, 07:35:11 Siberianmo, thank you for your very well stated considerations on the "open forum" concept and their short comings and positive values. ........ My Topic "Too Intense," seemed (to me) like "stretching" the M.R. "General Discussion" venue too far since the subject had nothing to do with our hobby. The thrust of my Topic has to do with the intolerance and "too quick to judge" reactions that are ever on the increase among Contributors. If the "Shop" seems too much like "eaves dropping" on smeone's family room in their home, then the polite response is to simply close the door. That's easy! ..... "happy (t)rails to you."