Fife - You been on the layout again?
RockIsland - I would never abscond with flamingos. However, on occasion my friends will discover tasteful plastic pink beauties in their flower beds. (The ensuing voicemails are priceless...)
88 - Have you been to that location before?
Tried to read the Pot and other threads last night. Between the oops and other issues, I gave up trying to post. Frosty 18 here this morning. Oil delivery means another $600 bill on the way. Wifey is warm, no complaints/thermostat war, so I'll leave that one alone and live to survive another winter.
JimS/P......you have all of our prayers. When prayers come from folks like me, He/She sits up and takes notice. And some day down the road, when things settle down, you will bask in the warm glow that you and your wife were there when the chips were down and did your best. Stay strong.
RaySP......prayers for your BIL and for your sister who is hurting deeply.
Chief.....hope your trip Down East is a comfort to your friend. More prayers.
Brutus.....hot dogs for dinner, yummy. Add some baked beans and a tossed salad! Re the missing wire cutters, RT says he took them and loaned them to Patrick, so you'll have to do the wire stripping with your teeth. I'm missing my pooper scooper from that Tardis trip. Wonder who RT loaned it to.....was caked, if you know what I mean, not in the pastry sense.
OleTimer....re the granddaughter spilling coke on your keyboard. This is why a desktop is preferable to a laptop around the little ones. My granddaughter spilled soda on my daughter and son-in-law's laptop. Zap. History. They were able to retrive all the stuff from the hard drive.
SJ......really enjoyed the videos you and Charlie posted. No pileups, at least in the footage you guys provided.
Chuck.....hope you are feeling ok after the treadmil workout with Laz. Even his dog runs and hides from him when it is workout time.
Brent.....missing any pink Flamingos from the front lawn this AM? Fifey's a closet pink flamingo klepto. Neighbors were seen helping him load them in the car.
Wes.....garage door springs are lethal. I spent one fourth of July in a hospital emergency room while a neighbor got tendons repaired and his hand sewed back on after working on his. My car was a bloody mess. Don't forget to add safety cables if they are not present.
MikeC.....good to hear some news on Lucas, even if it pertains to an income tax prep challenge. Hope he's enjoying IU. Read your comment on the "Best Musicians" event. For four years I listened to my daughter ask why the high school treated the music and fine arts programs like third world activities, both from a publicity standpoint and from a funding perspective. I'll bet my daughter and her friends raised as much money for their programs as the school provided. And how tough is it for the school to publicize such an positive event? It isn't. Re the employee meltdown at work, it's never too late to clear the air and extend a helping hand if appropriate and warranted.
Rich.....re the Princess rehearsals, enjoy them while you can. They grow up in a blink of an eye, but they remember you were there. I stopped privately questioning my wife why we had to attend so many of the oldest's activities.... stopped right after sitting outdoors in a windy 38 degree downpour at a band competition. Indoor stuff after that was a pleasure by comparison! Still have a lot of laughs with the daughter over parents surviving monsoons and snowfalls during competitions. Same with the son and his little T-ball, little league, and football. Try attending some of that stuff in the Spring and Fall in the Northeast.....
Laz......we're waiting for some war stories from the parent/treachers conference how everything wrong was your fault. Must have been a lot of Ole Mils tipped after you got home.
DougM..... Sorry if I wasn't clear in my post. I wasn't suggesting your wife sabotaged the plumbing to check out plumbers. I was suggesting your wife sabotaged the plumbing to get you rolling on her interior redecorating master plan. As Roy learned, once the paint brush comes out, the push is on to repaint everything! New furniture discussions usually follow.
Have a good day everyone.
Jack
IF IT WON'T COME LOOSE BY TAPPING ON IT, DON'T TRY TO FORCE IT. USE A BIGGER HAMMER.
Good Morning All:
I only have time for 1/2 cup of coffee and then off to the train layout.
Brutis, RT is right. I do have your wire cutters and they work great. I didn't know they were supposed to have TWO blades! That must be why it took me so long to cut a wire.
Mike C- How could the "goalie" story possibly be offensive?
Wes - Sounds like my house and my "to do" list. It will all get done eventually. Did I ever tell you all that Pa Kettle is one of my hero's?
See all at Tardis time.
Patrick
RFD-TV --- Rural America's most important network!
laz - Hey bro, make sure you stretch really good before a 4-miler...back of my left leg is sore this AM.
fifedog 88 - NOCH Granite paper. The Scenic Express vendor always brings it along with him. Are you gonna check out Twin Arch Road on the way home this afternoon?
88 - NOCH Granite paper. The Scenic Express vendor always brings it along with him. Are you gonna check out Twin Arch Road on the way home this afternoon?
HI GYZ,
Here's something of interest. Iwas told this yesterday of the TORNADO, a newly built steam engine the BRITS built a few years ago? Maybe JOHN BAKEER can help us out on this one? But here is a U tube video of it, pretty cool.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nbJpJS2QnY
laz57
Good Morning
Cold,10 degrees at 8am, going to 30, we have bright sun.
Brutus left his wire cutters behind the new drywall but doesn't want to admit it.
On my way to Krogers, have a great day.......S.J.
"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
Morning all. Prayers for Jim's g'kid situation, Ray's bro in law, and everyone else who needs them, including Brutus' ceiling fan saga and Mike C's FAFSA and work. Boy, was I happy to finish the FAFSA - worse than taxes. My long day today with clas tonight. Going to take the L up to Lincoln Park for a big leader retreat I'm supposed to run - uninspired as yet, but I have my flip charts . The blowers and dehumidfiers are gone. Peace reigns at home. I successfully abstained from Homer-and-Bart Simpson strangling too - when the middle boy asked for homework help, without having his books or assignment notebook. Also still trying to figure out how to put this wonderful LED on Percy - as I explore him and Thomas more, everything about them is plastic so where do I solder the 'negative' wire if I connect the 'positive' to the roller pickup plate?
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
Morning all. Off down east to visit the guy that had cancer operation. Then by Mom's and then back to go tot he lake house.
Rich, you've been gone????
Mike C., good one about Jesus being the goaldie. scoccer, un-American sport. Baseball is it.
Dennis, a lot. Parts I got through buddy's name that has a shop. Price was 1/2 list.
Later,
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
Hey all,
Sorry I've been MIA, The computer is turned off at the house and the post I made yesterday got swallowed by the web site, I think.
Up to 60 again today, just like yesterday. Down to 34 both days. 'Spose to be warmer tomorrow and the weekend. We'll see.
Saturday at the "real" job was a waste. All I did was do Monday's work, was supposed to go to Waycross, GA and that was cancelled. Have a few things to get done for the real job, then whatever...?
Was out late last night as Princess's rehersal wasn't done until 8:45 got Pizza for dinner and was asleep by 10:15. I have to get to the hospital tonight, I haven't heard the latest about Dave, as I didn't get to the LTS Friday or Saturday. Also missed the train show here Saturday.
Had a out of town "job" Sunday, paid ok, summore $ for the train/house budget.
OK - will check in later...!
I am the monster in your head...And I thought you'd learn by now, It seems you haven't yet.I am the venom in your skin --- Breaking Benjamin
Good morning all (again),
One more thought (and possible sermon idea). If Jesus was a soccer player, what position would he play?
Goalie, because he makes more "saves" than anybody! :-)
If I offend anyone with the above comment, please accept my apology. It was not intended to be offensive (actually the goalie is a defensive position). I better shut up.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
Good morning all,
IIABSDISEI with temps in the 30s. "Dude, strange things are happening at the Circle K". A famous line from "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" is a good description for my day yesterday. The tax situation took another couple of twists and turns before the day was over, but the bottom line is still that he does not have to pay for 2008. Finding out what is needed for documentation could be interesting. I also found out I have to get the FAFSA done before March 1for IU so no rest (and no Tardis :-( ) for the cheapclassic until it is done. However, there will be time for the YMCA and possibly soccer. Speaking of soccer (good dialogue flow), I found out we are having lights installed at the local high school field! Nothing is better on a warm August night than soccer under the lights!!!! Woo-hoo!
Other oddities from yesterday. We went to a band concert that Lucas' girlfriend in it. Picture this. Seven schools get together and have auditons to pick the 50 best musicians. They have been doing this for 10 years (although this is the first we have heard about it). There is NO publicity about it, not even in the school announcements. Less than 100 people show up. Go figure.
One of the people at work had a complete meltdown yesterday. That was rough. A lot of family and work pressure got to that person. I felt bad because I indirectly contributed to the situation without intending to do so. My wife told me that my intentions were good and all I could think of was what the road to h--- was paved with. I think if Sturgeon-fish is looking for sermon inspirations, perhaps the stories that occur here could provide some fodder. On the other hand, some divine guidance could prove useful from time to time as well.
I had the regular fare on the dining car this morning. If I get done with FAFSA tonight early enough, I will light a beacon. I hope everyone (especially me) has a good day.
Fife - What's the manufacturer of that paper you were talking about?
Mornin' boys. Back from West-by-God-Virginia with a frog in my throat. Got that sexy Kathleen Turner voice goin' on. Man was it windy, cold and snowy. Didn't get much time in trackside, but do have a couple pics for next SPF. Looked at some really nice homes, with million dollar mountain views, but we came to the realization that we gotta stay put for now for family and job reasons. Will probably settle on some acreage outside of Romney.
Had a nice little visit with 88 & The Q last night. Hopefully helped him solve a couple minor dilemas for him. Good lookin' layout.
We had our house inspection on the new house yesterday. I have a nice long list of projects to work on...nothing severe enough to not buy the house, or course. Rehab costs sure do add up though. There isn't a door in that house that doesn't need dog scratches sanded out of it and revarnished. A couple of roof flashings need nailed down, a rotten window frame, some broken window seals, garage door spring adjustments, missing light fixtures, etc. I'm ready to get in there and start working already...
Have a good one!
Wes
Mornin' Fellas.Had a visit last night from Fifey and Wifey. They stopped by on their way home from WM. Always good to see and talk shop with Fife. Got some good ideas on what to do with my bridge situation.Not much else going on around here lately... just patiently waiting for York, a day off, comradarie, etc.
11 this morning to get to 36? P/T Conferences over, did lots o work in the shop last nite. Time flew. Gonna try and work on layout tonite? Or maybe just watch Dirty Jobs?
STUR FISH, prayers for that silver lining.
Stay Frosty,
Oh yea,
Jim F - Never thought about the remote fouling things up!
Jim
Good Morning all
Dennis - There is plenty of material for homilies! Me listening and taking to heart is where it starts.
We go to the lawer around 1 p.m. today. Prayers please! Prayer and reliance on God is what puts the silver lining on the cloud
May God bless
Brutus Good chat tonight with Sir James, Kurt and Charlie! Just got a load of laundry in and need to get ready for tomorrow, so Tardis is ready. RT, Jack and Patrick - you guys haven't seen my wire cutters have you? I thought I had them in the Tardis, but now they are AWOL Scope is full and I think Mike's show is over so here we go!
Good chat tonight with Sir James, Kurt and Charlie! Just got a load of laundry in and need to get ready for tomorrow, so Tardis is ready. RT, Jack and Patrick - you guys haven't seen my wire cutters have you? I thought I had them in the Tardis, but now they are AWOL Scope is full and I think Mike's show is over so here we go!
You told patrick he could borrow them last night for a couple of days while he worked on the new section of his layout. He said he had a lot of wiring to do and they would come in handy. Just the size he needed his he said were too big.
Life's hard, even harder if your stupid John Wayne
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Ole Timer RT .... don't worry about tit .... you're a great guy .... we were just having fun joking about it . Hope you feel alot better soon ... God Bless .... Grand daughter spilt coke in my keyboard yesterday ... half my keys keep sticking ... lord I may end up doing the same thing .... LOL
RT .... don't worry about tit .... you're a great guy .... we were just having fun joking about it . Hope you feel alot better soon ... God Bless .... Grand daughter spilt coke in my keyboard yesterday ... half my keys keep sticking ... lord I may end up doing the same thing .... LOL
I wasn't really worried about it and I acually thought it was funny even the post. but wanted to make sure all realized I didn't do it on purpose to be an A$$ because of shutting down and then running reeeeaaaaalllllll sssllllllloooooowwwwww . Now none of us would do that would we
Went to bed early ( 7:30 ) tired back up at midnight wide awake lol well will try again in a couple.
Have a good night all
RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.
Just checking in tonite... enjoyed some chat time with Brutus, SJ and Kurt...
494 is on and spinning..
Charlie a.k.a. MichiganRailRoad714 (Charter Member TTC)
Good evening All
Cold day and 8 degrees tonite, hope it will end soon
RI, you were suppose to hear the trains not our back seat driving.
Ran some errands this morning and did some household chores today so missed my nap. just doesn't seem the same without it.
Banilla is waiting, plan to get a fresh supply tomorrow so Brutus lite the fuse on the thingy, jump in and lets go...S.J.
Ray - prayers for your family
Chief, prayers on your friend, too!
Jim - prayers for your family, also - custody? I have a friend at work who had to do that as his daughter was going through some bad times.
Wiring in the house is fine and the breaker is fine. This fan/kit actually uses less power and weighs less than the old fan and light kit that we took down. This is on a ceiling fan brace - we had the builder brace for this one and another in the master bedroom when we built this house. I said I was going to just take it down and return it for store credit or money back, but my wife called the helpline and they said oh, this happens, it's the remote control. She told me when she got home tonight, I was already on the ladder and had my son handing me tools, lol! Well, she talked me down when she said they put another remote in the mail already. If that doesn't fix it, I'll take the whole thing down and take it back. Next time, I'll get what I want and wife can just okay the color I've wired a hundred light fixtures I'll bet, never had a problem before unless the product was defective.
Charlie and Jim - great videos!
RT, got any pizza left? All we had for dinner was hotdogs
Mike - good news, hope things work out again next year!
I'll check the scope after a while, it's a little early yet!
dwiemer I have been compiling a list of what I'd like to get at York.... I will either run out of money, or run out of space in the car. A budget, I will need a budget so I will know when to say when.
I have been compiling a list of what I'd like to get at York.... I will either run out of money, or run out of space in the car. A budget, I will need a budget so I will know when to say when.
Budget for York? What's that?!
Dennis - I will try to send you an e-mail. I am having some e-mail troubles.
Regards, Roy
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