Blueberryhill RR Ole Timer Chuck ... I have'nt had a good thrill for so long ... I don't know if I'd know one if it happened .... got that darn song in my head again though .... lol . OK.....All together now................... I found my thrill...... ( and away we go..........)
Ole Timer Chuck ... I have'nt had a good thrill for so long ... I don't know if I'd know one if it happened .... got that darn song in my head again though .... lol .
Chuck ... I have'nt had a good thrill for so long ... I don't know if I'd know one if it happened .... got that darn song in my head again though .... lol .
OK.....All together now...................
I found my thrill...... ( and away we go..........)
Oh No ..... it was gone an hour ago .... now it's singing in my head again !!!! WHERE'S MY GEORGE JONES CD ??????????
Evening from the country store. Been working like a Trojan. Got lots done. Remind me NOT to fertilize that grass next year. It was like hay again. Water at the private landing in the parking lot again. Holding it so it will not flood the fields along the Roanoke River down east [they have had lots of rain too].
Now, all you folks in MA and Boston, spell
C A R O L I N A
Off to dinner at the Olde Place
Doug Murphy
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
Ahoy maties. Ahoy English.
TGIF!
Doug!!
for those that need 'em....
Unbelievabliy busy, had recert tests last night, got done at 10 PM --- big car sale off site tomorrow, today the big move....
Hope to recoup Sunday...see ya then!
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
Happy birthday Doug and many more.
Ray
SPMan
Happy Birthday Doug!!!!
Jim
Happy Belated Birthday Doug !!
Seems all activities were running late in Sodor past few days, something about major Birthday activity.
BTW, Murphy's Dealership is NOT closing if any change will be expansion!
Don
Good Morning
Doug M, sounds like my kind of little store, take me with you. I promise not to touch anything.
Sunny now but like other areas rain is coming back by evening. It looks like a dry summer, thats usually what happens.
No plans for today except some freight car painting. Don't worry, nothing of value. 027 kind of stuff.
Friday the 13th was Wednesday so you can enjoy today.
S.J.
"IT's GOOD TO BE THE KING",by Mel Brooks
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Morning all. Thanks for the birthday wishes! I enjoyed the day. Found a few train-related items 'antique-ing' with the bride and the youngest, but the best was the last little store we almost didn't visit - had a secret room behind a sign saying 'old toys' with a layout, all sorts of toy train stuff in great shape - running the gamut from pre-war tinplate through standard gauge up to MPC-era stuff. Decent prices too. Have to go back. Can't wait to run the new Marx lithographed cars. Will photograph them for this weekendGrey and warm today - rained overnight - those storms heading off to Indiana and Ohio. I'm cleaning out storerooms today. TGIF!!
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
Good morning all,
It is sunny for now in SE Indiana, but some more rain may be heading here. Happy Belated Birthday to Doug and Belated Congratulations to Fifedog on the sailing ship! Prayers and admiration going out to RockIsland52 for granddad duty above and beyond. I did a "Chief" again last night (how does he do that everyday?) I mowed most of the yard that was not under water, did weights at the YMCA, fixed supper and cleaned up the kitchen. If it stays dry today, I will finish the yard tonight and get the housework done. Lucas is doing well at his job, and he got his grades. They could have been better (2.6), but they could have been worse. Not going to worry at this point. Wife is feeling a little, but I am still sleeping on couch. I had the regular fare on the dining car. Beacon is lit. I hope everyone has a good day.
Keep on training,
Mike C. from Indiana
Hello all,
Weekend fast approaching. Looking forward to grandkids visit Saturday morning and running trains for them.
Rain showers predicted for Saturday with a cool but sunny Sunday.
Doug, belated happy birthday.
Fife, nice boat
Brutus, prayers for wife’s continued improvement.
Jack, prayers for yet to be born grandchild.
Prayers for anyone else that may need them.
Banks, Proud member of the OTTS TCA 12-67310
Belated Birthday Greetings Doug! Home late last night and just now checkin' in before I leave again. I feel like I know you well since I send you a train gift once a month through the car exchange, sorry about the latest Carolina Cripple, some things I just have not control over
Had a great day yesterday at our annual Conference meeting old friends and hearing amazing groups. Today is our district luncheon (overpriced hotel sandwich buffet but they give us the room) the meeting alone is worth the price--at times it turns into a gigantic roast, super fun. Tomorrow is the conclusion but I typically skip it, nice only being 20 miles to the festivities, it's wonderful being able to sleep at home and just commute in.
It sure is the Monsoon Season here, we have more than enough sub soil moisture in the tanks and would enjoy a nice long dry spell, thundering as I type this.
Jon
So many roads, so little time.
Happy Birthday Doug! Hope all is well in the Murphy household this week and that you count your blessings on a calculator instead of your fingers, and not the other way around.
God Bless,Dennis
TCA#09-63805
Toot Toot! Happy Birthday Doug! The whole island of Sodor salutes you on your natal day.
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The best of wishes for you Doug ... and many ... many more !
Happy Birthday Doug !
Charlie a.k.a. MichiganRailRoad714 (Charter Member TTC)
Happy Birthday, Doug Murphy
PS - thanks for all the prayers for my wife, she's doing great really and they are now just ruling out causes. I told her about the iron exchange program with your wife, Chief :) RT - how is the OT going? Hope you are getting money for windows AND trains!
RIP Chewy - best dog I ever had.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG MURPHY!
I heard today that they already cleared away that train wreck from the other day - 28 cars, no injuries. What a mess! In other news, my wife and kiddos are going to KC on the Amtrak and waited too late to purchase tickets so now they are paying a premium. Dang!
Welcome back John - sounds like you had a great trip sir!
Happy Birthday DOUG !
Fife, I like the boat. Never owned a sail boat, had several others over the years and always liked the water, but Jean is not a good sailer as she has always had trouble with motion sickness, even in cars and on the train.
Someone asked about Amtrak food. It is a mixed bag, some is great and at other times it is just so-so. Since I retired I have riden on the Capitol Limited, the California Zepher, the Southwest Chief, the Empire Builder, the Coast Starlight and some others of lesser note. All but the Empire Builder and Coast Starlight two or three times. The best food by a wide margin is on the Empire Builder as it is the only one that does not use prepared food but has a Chef on board. I think our train travel in the future will be limited as Jean is having more and more problem with the motion. As for pictures, I don't think I took any of trains or scenery on this trip as I have so many from past trips. The "big" event of this trip was the granddaughters 16th birthday.
And now for the train related topic. Before we left I got an email from the LHS letting me know that the MTH PRR G5s that I had ordered was in. I plan to pick it up tomorrow.
cnw1995 --->
Doug
No breaking news today, just goofing off, went for a walk.
It's early but I will be ready for the Thingy with banilla.
Doug seems it was a good one for you. Hope it turns out even better before the night is over.
Hey all not a lot going on.
Brutus still prayers for wife
Fifey hey there mate nice looking boat. I prefer the ships thou like the BB's they just seem to get attention when they come into view. They were one awsome ship. But for your use that will give you many years of enjoyment I hope. Looks like it will. I never got into sail boats thou. Best to you there captain
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Afternoon all. Had a great birthday today! After breakfast, went 'antiquing' across northern Ilinois looking for trains. I found 7 beautiful Marx cars for a decent price. Now off to the youngest' baseball game!
dwiemerGood Afternoon everyone! Seems a lot of folks been out and about and are coming back to post. Good thing, you are all missed. One word about the H1N1 "Swine Flu". Lots of talk in the press about it and it is scaring folks. First, the real issue with this strain is that it is a combination of two prior strains. Neither more deadly than our yearly battle. This does have some considerations in that in future years, they are afraid that other mutations/combinations are possible. In reality, the flu takes about 36,000 people a year and this one is actually quite a bit less. My advice: Make regular precautions a part of everyday life. Wash your hands, don't touch your face unless you have washed, don't cough without covering your mouth. Cover sneezes, etc. Don't bother with surgical masks, they are meant to protect others from your germs, not you from everyone else's. Only N95 type masks or respirators protect the wearer.Dennis
Good Afternoon everyone! Seems a lot of folks been out and about and are coming back to post. Good thing, you are all missed. One word about the H1N1 "Swine Flu". Lots of talk in the press about it and it is scaring folks. First, the real issue with this strain is that it is a combination of two prior strains. Neither more deadly than our yearly battle. This does have some considerations in that in future years, they are afraid that other mutations/combinations are possible. In reality, the flu takes about 36,000 people a year and this one is actually quite a bit less. My advice: Make regular precautions a part of everyday life. Wash your hands, don't touch your face unless you have washed, don't cough without covering your mouth. Cover sneezes, etc. Don't bother with surgical masks, they are meant to protect others from your germs, not you from everyone else's. Only N95 type masks or respirators protect the wearer.
Dennis
Dennis, I agree with what you say about theH1N1 Flu, and as a Doctor you would know.
I appreciate your putting "Swine Flue" in quotes . We, as farmers, have been told that NO person has contracted the flu from swine. The only known case in the world of swine having the flu is in Canada and it was contracted from a human!
Patrick (Pat)
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Fifey ... really happy for you .... she looks great ! The nice thing is you can go where and when ... drop the anchor all to yourselves and just relax . Have'nt had a boat in years ... was thinking of it this year but put it on the side burner ... you never get it out of your blood ..... I never had one with sails ... they're beautiful . Used to watch them cruise by us at the bay ... WONDERFUL LIFE ... it is matey . AYE AYE captin ... I know you'll love it . Keep the dry side up . You bring back fond memories in this old sailor's mind . Nothin like that salt spray in the face and breeze blowin across dat water .... avoid the seagulls though .... dang things ... they drop where they want and will steal your sandwich right out of your hand while bombarding you .... LOL . Kids love em ... I hate em ... you grew up around there ... you know what I mean ... at times I wanted to put bird shot in my flare gun .... LOL .
OK, enough of that. Fife, congratulations on the boat...Captain. You really should have had the patch and hat on for the pictures though. Wish you good luck with her. What are you going to name her? Perhaps you should have some kind of naming contest.
Brutus, glad bride is doing better. Is she on Procrit? We try to have elective patients put on it at it decreases the need for transfusion in many cases. Hope she continues to improve.
John, glad you are back. It sounds like you had a good trip. Great combination; seeing family/friends and also having a train trip to take in the sites of this great country! Look forward to some photos.
Well, had a nice morning. Was supposed to do a case, but one of the other guys took care of it for me so that I was able to see both kids end of school year programs. Both kids did well and now we get into "Summer Mode" around the house. Wife wants a pool, but I have held off till both kids know how to swim. They are both scheduled to take lessons soon. Also may be adding a "Mother in Law" suite onto the house. I am looking into building a three car garage with the second floor a apartment for my parents. This will give them a place to retire to. Just have to weight the options as it may work out better just getting them a small house with little to keep up with.
Have a Sushi dinner tonight with one of the reps. Since it is a female rep, my requirement is that we be able to bring our spouses. Don't want any appearance of impropriety. We do a lot of business with this company and it will be a good time to catch up with the latest offerings.
Hope that everyone is doing well. God Bless,Dennis
Ahoy maties! Much abliged on the well wishes everyone. It's gonna be fun.
Sir James - The way me and wifey are looking at it, we sink "X" amount in condo/hotel fees on various vacations through out the year. She looks at it as our new home-away-from home. And for the nominal price we paid, she can now "jazz" it up however she wants inside. It's all good.
Ole Timer - I went way smaller than I originally intended due to being first keelboat. Grew up on these waters;I respect these waters;but to be under sail is something special to me.
dbaker - You sir, have given me one whale of an idea for a future SPF!!! And for the record, the HUNTER will accept O-84 on the deck, and O-42 on the cabin top.
jefelectric - Welcome home sir. Taking one of those AMTRAK land cruises is on my to-do list.
Brutus - Let's keep that good news a-coming...
jonadel - You understand me perfectly.
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