Evening
I may not even relate here and if I missed anything I am sorry.
Judy beat the crap out of me with her three days off for the rest of the week and took me down to storage to deal with everything that I don't want to deal with.
My 7.0 High End Klipsch speaker system is on consignment at a stereo shop at 35% with the 12 inch subwoofer, Onkyo sound processor and the monster system components. I kept the Denon with some Boston Acoustics, ...Smaller speakers, bigger sound.
The $750 fiber optic Christmas tree may have even slightly bought a tear to my eye too, we had it for 20 years. It breathed and twinkled, it was really cool. But my train layout is in the living room where it used to go, ... Priorities
The boxes of stuff gets broken down from five boxes to one to keep and the other four gets donated as well.
After the six years we paid for this stuff three times over again, it all needs to go, we are almost done.
It has been hot and sticky doing it. The air in the storage facility is still and I am just done, ...almost done.
There is a light at the end of the tunnel! No more payment for a bunch of unused stuff soon
TF
TF, it's going to feel good when you finish.
York1 John
I asked my doctor if I gave up delicious food and all alcohol, would I live longer? He said, "No, but it will seem longer."
Thanks John.
Makes me feel good to hear you say that because I am just broken getting rid of all my prized stuff.
cudakenReally like the new Rayboi 40 Volt weed wacker! It is about 5' 7" long so my back does not hurt when I use it. Has good power and battery life is OK. Used it for around 40 minutes and still had 40% Power left.
I love my Ryobi 40 volt lawn tools. I only use the weed wacker motor to drive a pole chainsaw. I also have the 14 inch chainsaw and the bigger leaf blower.
Track fiddlerAfter the six years we paid for this stuff three times over again, it all needs to go, we are almost done. It has been hot and sticky doing it. The air in the storage facility is still and I am just done, ...almost done.
I have been renting a 5 by 10 storage locker for several years. It was originally used as a $50.00 a month extra closet to store cosplay stuff and other things that we only used once in a while. In Florida we do not have attics or basements, so self storage lockers are like an extension of your house.
Now it is only full of train and wargaming stuff. Once the guest bedroom is floored and painted, it will all go in there, and then the sorting/disposal will begin.
Only a few months of rent are left.
-Kevin
Living the dream.
You know
I'm really bummed out that Lion has not been around here anymore
He Is the most down-to-earth person I know here with his unique sense of humor
I gotta say Him I like and Him is Missed
I just hope Lion returns to us soon
Him is Missed-Much
More Mexican railroading pictures:
Quite the curve!
The first new railway bridge to Mexico in more than a century. It is at Brownsville, Texas and it was 15 years in the making. It eliminated 12 street level crossings in the town of Brownsville:
Here's a big consist! I count six locomotives. Who can identify what they are?
Dave
I'm just a dude with a bad back having a lot of fun with model trains, and finally building a layout!
Good morning
Thanks for the Mexican trains Dave. We have a domino game that goes by that name, it's kinda fun.
Looks like you have the same plan getting rid of storage Kevin. I know I'll be glad to be done with that bill.
Judy has to work on a Sunday so I might as well. I have a custom door job to do. I'm glad the doors are already there because there solid core. They all I need to be sized as none of the jams are right, width or height. I never understood what the prior carpenters were thinking when I run into these.
hon30critterThe first new railway bridge to Mexico in more than a century. It is at Brownsville, Texas and it was 15 years in the making. It eliminated 12 street level crossings in the town of Brownsville:
Years ago a bunch of friends and I crossed the border and spent the day at Matamoros, Mexico, just across the river from Brownsville. It was a fun day. I didn't take any pictures, and we weren't especially interested in trains back then. We were more interested in other things, like how many bars we could get to in one day.
Another Sunday morning. Weeks seem to be going by quickly.
My wife is content to stay home or visit grandchildren. I want to go see things and hike some National Park trails. Maybe it's time that I take another trip by myself. She is happy to have the house to herself for a while, and I am happy to see things on my bucket list.
We don't need to rent a storage locker. We have an entire basement, a garage, and a backyard shed all full.
Finally, a little bit of rain here today. Just a little.
Shout out to LION —
CofG_LION by Edmund, on Flickr
I have a friend that wants to chase your tail!
Our peach tree has been providing some delicious fruit. I shared some of the bruised ones and "Mr. P" was quite appreciative.
Pileated_8-20 by Edmund, on Flickr
This is actually one of the "kids", not quite full-grown.
Cheers, Ed
Nothing better than a good pileated woodpecker I don't know where Brother Lion is either Ed. I just know I miss his Roar at the end of everything he says.
Onions onions la la la Can't wait for those seasonal Georgia Vidalia onions! Some of the really flat ones you can actually eat like an apple.
We start out with onions, garlic and peppers in anyting we cook over here. It is cooked first until it's so soft you don't even know it's in there but adds the distinctive flavor. It's a staple, Unfortunately were fresh out of jalapeno peppers.
It's all right. I have some cayenne for tonight's chicken enchiladas since we're all down here in Mexico The trick is to not over-do it
Track fiddlerCan't wait for those seasonal Georgia Vidalia onions!
When I used to travel through Georgia a lot, I would buy the onions right from the farms in Vidalia.
So good! I would sometimes bring home 50 pounds of them and spread them around to family members.
gmpullman CofG_LION by Edmund, on Flickr
Ed,
This isn't going to be one of those Elf-on-a-Shelf memes is it?
Chip
Building the Rock Ridge Railroad with the slowest construction crew west of the Pecos.
I would buy 50 pounds of those Vidalia onions any day of the week Kevin. I think Judy and I could definitely eat 10 lbs and dole out the rest.
I think onions are like turkey and you can't freeze them or it screws them up. It turns into mush, that's why those seasonal ones are so good fresh!
You know, If Lion could just take a small sneak peek into the Mexican Diner here, I could see myself getting a little rambunctious and glad that he is here
Lion! ...? I really do hope you're okay, I'm starting to get a bit worried here
Track Fiddler
BATMANI hope brother Elias is safe. His Abbey is closed to the public due to the virus but there is no word on what may be going on.
I just sent a note to Br. Elias's Abbey asking about his well being. They may not respond due to privacy issues but at least they can pass on the message.
Eveing Diners!
Flo, give the gang and I a and Dirk a dog treat.
Got a lot done today for a change.
Work in the backyard. Got some saplins cut out, cut the worst part of the yard, picked some limbs and washed the wifes car. If I was 50 years old, easy. But I am not but still glad I got it done.
Going to get a bid on cutting down some trees. If I can get it done for $1500.00 it is a done deal.
Dirk will have been with us 1 year this coming Tuesday. Time sure go fast when you get our age. Dirk enjoys the backyard, he thinks it is his private park.
Maskes I was in a convent store today and there was teenager not wearing a mask yapping with the cashiers. I stood about 10 feet back and waited for her to leave. Finally one of the casiher asked me what I was waiting for? Told her "waiting for her to leave the store, she is not waring a mask. She told her what I said, and she stepped out till I left. After I got in the car, back she goes with no mask.
Later Ken, and Dirk says Let me bite her Daddy, Woof, Woof.
I hate Rust
hon30critterDoes anyone remember the name of Lion's Abbey? If I can find it I will send them a note. They may not respond due to privacy issues but at least I can send him a note. Dave
I'm pretty sure it's the Assumption Abbey in Richardton, North Dakota.
hon30critterDoes anyone remember the name of Lion's Abbey?
I seem to recall it is this one:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assumption_Abbey_(North_Dakota)
It seems like LION'S photo hosting sites are down as well.
SpaceMouseEd, This isn't going to be one of those Elf-on-a-Shelf memes is it?
Maybe not, But —
How about the cat-in-the-roundhouse?
Roundhouse_cat_sm by Edmund, on Flickr
[[edit]] How did I get to the top?
Well, everyone is entitled to a "Free Lunch" on me
Regards, Ed
York1I'm pretty sure it's the Assumption Abbey in Richardton, North Dakota.
Hi John,
I believe you are right. I just sent them a note asking about Lion's well being.
Good evening from the stunning West Coast where it was in the mid 20s today.
Just waiting on game one between the Canucks and Golden Knights. Once again it is the best of seven.
hon30critterHi Brent, The Orca pictures are beautiful!
Thanks, Dave I love everything about the Orca and the relationship to the Native heritage the West Coast offers. When the Canucks put the native Orca artwork as their logo I was thrilled. We fished a lot out on the chuck and the Orca kept close company with us on more than one occasion. Of course, when they showed up that meant the fish disappeared in a real hurry. That was okay though as it was such a spiritual experience being in such close proximity to them, fishing was completely forgotten about. On more than one occasion we had them come up to the boat and I could give them a rub on the snout. Those were days to remember and we did not care about fishing when that happened. I can't imagine living anywhere else. This is not us, but you get the idea. You feel no threat and totally at peace with them.
Ken, you keep on wearing your mask. It makes me feel really proud when I see the compliance here by those wearing mask. Effort reaps results and we are seeing the results here.
Just about time for the puck to drop. We had a relationship with the previous owners of the Canucks and sat in their box more times than I ever could count watching them play. The kid carried on with the team in other ways as well, so we are well connected so please forgive my/our enthusiasm.
All the best to all.
GO CANUCKS GO!
Brent
"All of the world's problems are the result of the difference between how we think and how the world works."
It's a Sunday night and a little low on thoughts here
But I do know this
One is very fortunate if they have one true friend after a whole life (Those Killer Whales are cool Brent)
One True Friend
I do like my Judy
And Go Canucks Go!
So I went out about an hour beifre sundown to mow.
engine on mower was reving up waay to fast after starting and it started screeching. The screeching I knew was caused by a frozen start clutch on the shaft. So a wheeled mower up to sunken patio and took it apart. cleaned clutch and relubed the one part. Then I notced that one of the bolts had fallen off that holds the carb on, no wonder it took off with high idle. I had to go find some bolts to install it back. NOw it is 0 dark 30, So i stick my magenetic flashlight on the front and mow at 9 pm. I was determined to mow. so I did. Mower runs better.
moelarrycurly4engine on mower was reving up waay to fast after starting and it started screeching. The screeching I knew was caused by a frozen start clutch on the shaft. So a wheeled mower up to sunken patio and took it apart. cleaned clutch and relubed the one part. Then I notced that one of the bolts had fallen off that holds the carb on, no wonder it took off with high idle. I had to go find some bolts to install it back.
Hi MLC,
Congratulations on being able to diagnose and fix your riding mower.
That ability is something that I really respect in others and that I pride myself on. I give credit to my dad and my older brother for teaching me to fix things myself. Many of my repairs were certainly not state of the art. In fact, they were rather crude, but the point is that they worked! I got nearly 350,000 miles out on an MGB that was rusted out when I bought it with almost no money in my pockets. That has to say something! Maybe it says that I am a stubborn idiot!!
Cheers!!
Good morning. Just coffee this morning.
Another day with nothing to do except play with trains.
Another picture of the train cars headed out of Mobile to Mexico across the Gulf:
A black coffee please.
Felt good not to have to jump out of bed early this morning, especially after cocktail night
Glad to have a day off. Yesterday was extreamly muggy customizing those doors. The people I was working for are from Ecuador so I guess their use to the heat. I'm not, I went six doors down to change my ringing wet shirt twice
Another hot one today as they say the humidity index of a 105. I guess I'll find inside stuff to do. Cleaning my layout deck would be good. I have to extend my terminal joiners before I can lay my track. I wish I would have known the PECO ones are only 8 inches. The Atlas ones are 12. Should have got those. Oh well, I'll make it work.
That freight car barge is huge John. Makes me wonder how much of it is under the water to make it float?
Have a great day and stay cool.
Track fiddlerAnother hot one today as they say the humidity index of a 105
I thought humidity index (heat index) was something we only did in South Florida. Maybe we will need to start having "wind chill factors" in the winter time. No, maybe we shouldn't, winter is a confusing enough day already.
Scrambled eggs, fully loaded, please and thanks.
***Ed, does roundhouse cat receive free travel down the line?
Haven't felt up to doing much, so have been watching, "Behind the scenes visit to Model Railroader Magazine" today. Well done!
Have a great day all.
Cheers! Rob
Five days ago the weather service predicted that on Monday morning, Hurricane Laura would be right over my house.
Here we are, five days later, and it is on the other side of Cuba, and we are experiencing zero effects of the storm.
More proof that the safest place to be in a hurricance is dead center of the probability cone five days before predicted landfall.
I'll bet the lines of people returning chansaws and generators at Home Depot this morning are very long.
Afternoon
I don't know how you do it Kevin. Living in Hurricane Alley that is. The price you pay for Paradise to escape 20° below zero. But then again it takes a certain breed to put up with that heat you get.
Got my terminal joiner wires extended. It's kind of nice they had the wire ends pre soldered so it didn't take that long. With the heat wrap tubes I will have to drill a bit bigger hole now.
Don't know what you guys are doing but I'm sucking down a cold one on a hot day getting ready to clean my pigsty of a layout deck, it really needs to be done.
Well that's next.
P.S. The Forum has been down here again for me. The only way I can get on is incognito mode and have to login again which takes more time then usual, I have to do it twice. And my messaging still doesn't work after 4 months and two phone calls of being told someone would fix it
Track fiddlerI don't know how you do it Kevin. Living in Hurricane Alley that is.
We get four months every year of 100% pure paradise interrupted by one day of winter. I hate being cold, I hate snow, I really hate ice, and I hate to see people all bundled up.
Very glitchy coming in here, I had to pull a few tricks out of my hat.
I'm just the opposite Kevin. I love the cold and hate the hot summer. When it's cold I go from the building to my truck or from my truck to the building. I don't work outside anymore in the winter unless it's nice. And that's the other thing I like about winter is there's not as much work and I plan ahead for that. I have multiple days off all winter long and my semi-retirement becomes like a full retirement break
Kingsford grill cooking is still done out my sliding glass door for good food all winter. And the nice agreeable days in the spring and fall I do thoroughly enjoy and take advantage of.
Too Cold winter and Too Hot summer take up 3/4 of a year up here. I call it junk weather but hate the heat more than the cold.
We have to enjoy that quarter year of prime weather when we get it up here scattered around