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COFFEE POT #9 September 2010 for all to take a drink and chat. Welcome all posters. 5 yrs old and still going. Sweet ice tea too.

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Posted by RockIsland52 on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 1:29 PM

Just a quick splash and go......

Got down to 42 last night, lowest temps since last Spring.  Low 70s and partly cloudy now.  Bone dry again!  Regarding the changing of the colors, the leaves are turning a few weeks early up this way as well due to the hot and dry Summer.  Normally we have some leaves left on the trees at Halloween, but such may not be the case this year.

Wifey and I have been talking about taking in Salem MA (the Witch City) some time during the month-long Haunted Happenings events throughout October and culminating on Halloween.  It would be the first time for us.  Lived here 22 years and have not been to a single one.  Salem is just 4 miles South of us, but the crowds are way over the top; and you can't drive there because there isn't enough parking.  Our strategy: take the commuter rail one stop and then just walk into the downtown area.  Halloween evening crowds alone usually top 100,000.  Few folks know that back in the early 1800s Salem was the fishing capital of the entire east coast.   

Brent.....the new addition is the favorite room in your house?  That sounds like the comment of a man who has taken one too many headers off a ladder and is outright blasphemy. 

SJ......the B17 and the B24 aircraft in the skies are a sight to behold and to hear, especially when they are making full throttle passes low over the airport.  I can video them right off my deck!  You don't have to take any more evasive maneuvers in the Tardis because the Collings Foundation air show has moved North to New Hampshire.  Don't think the P51 could keep up with the Tardis should we get attacked. 

HudsonJohn.....I lived right up the road from Edison and you in Avenel  (off Route 27) with great views of the top of the dome at the Rahway Maximum Security prison.    Remember Rubin Hurricane Carter?

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Posted by dwiemer on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 1:31 PM

Good afternoon everyone.  Rich, glad you made it back and hope you didn't get too full  of embalming fluid!  Seemed each group had their own concoction they were known for.  One place we used to go to had a big jar of cherries that they would empty the juice out of and then fill it with moonshine.  Everyone would sit around eating cherries and when they were done, the jar was passed around.  With regard to the parade, I remember some very unusual apparatus with paint schemes to match!  Perhaps the best part were the clowns, I think from Wallington? on the little go-cart fire engines.  It has been since 1990 that I was up there for it.

Chief, know what you mean about not getting time to post.  So much of life seems to get in the way.  Hope you have some fun, safe shooting up there.  I really need to break out some of the weapons I have not fired in a lOOOng time.  Some have never been fired.

Had to do evaluations for work this week.  I have had them done for awhile in my head, just needed to write them and pass along.  Went pretty quick.  They even wanted me to evaluate myself...HaHa!

I better get going as I have a dental appointment soon.
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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 1:47 PM

RockIsland52

Brent.....the new addition is the favorite room in your house?  That sounds like the comment of a man who has taken one too many headers off a ladder and is outright blasphemy. 



Nope lots of new furniture that needs to be broken in. WinkSurpriseEmbarrassed

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Posted by fifedog on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 2:05 PM

Evenin' boys.  Welcome asch.  Sunny & 73 here in the mid-Atlantic region.  Wifey and I spent the weekend in WV.  I think we found our new building site.  Now, to figure out how we're gonna finance it (I'm not a mayor or anything like that...). Wink

Did a little railfanning too.  Got up close and personal with South Branch Valley 722 (repainted into B&O passenger colors), and caught some CSX action up in Cumberland and Hancock.

88 - There are a couple of stores in my parts that you should check out for nautical stuff.  A trip to Chesapeake City wouldn't hurt either.

 anjdevil - Are we a "guido" yet...?

 laz - a little warning next time.  I went the whole summer without "our" routine, and I pulled a hammey reading your post.

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Posted by anjdevil2 on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 2:52 PM

fifedog

 anjdevil - Are we a "guido" yet...?

Always, baby...24/7  BowSmile, Wink & GrinLaugh

Beautiful day here near Exit 8....loving it.  Took a stroll around one of my favorite junk yards here looking for parts for a friends cars...and came up empty....again.   But it was nice to walk around there anyway.

Nothing on the job front, yet..job fair tomorrow...and the sun also rises... Smile, Wink & Grin.  There is always hope, just not enough cash...lol!

Check back inna few...

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Posted by rtraincollector on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 4:09 PM

Well just saw buckeye and blueberry on tv there trying to really get southern as they were in delaware, Ohio in a lawnmower race.

afternoon all. Chief and pat better watch the boundries with those 2.

Not much happening here just taking it easy.

Talk to you all later have a good day

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Posted by Sturgeon-Phish on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 8:16 PM

Evening all

Rich and others looking for work, you are in my prayers.

Getting an order ready for Portlines; the parts for the Washington 21089 set.  Maybe order during lunch Wednesday.

Got the garage door fixed.  I had to re-enforce the top of the door.  The repair does not show from the outside. 

The guy who ownes the 5th wheel we looked at a few weeks ago called and accepted our offer.  The bride when she returns and I wil testit out and if everything works we'll get it.  That will mean the truck camper will go up for sale.  Anybody need a truck camper?

Good night and may God bless

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Posted by sir james I on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 8:26 PM

Good Evening

90 today, still 80, and of course a storm watch is in effect. I got the grass cut and granny Pat cleared out the flower beds, except for the few hardy plants still blooming. banilla is waiting for the thingy so swing on by....S.J.

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Posted by 8ntruck on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 9:54 PM

Partly cloudy and about 80 today. 

Banks - I'll agree that the antique tractor pulls are entertaining.  A whole lot less frantic than the 'regular' tractor pulls.  Those old 2 cylinder Deere's really can pull - about the time it seems they have stopped, the other cylinder fires, and the tractor moves ahead a couple more feet.

All for now. 

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 10:38 PM

Well, Town Board over.  Having trouble with the Mexicans and Farmers.  Farmers are telling their workers to break the traffic laws and they are exempt due to farm business.  Not all are farm business.  Then when stopped the farmers raise "sand" [another word fits better but will not post on here].  Then they go to the local store and trash "their" Mexicans.  Real "bunch".  Calling a meeting of the farmers and Town.  Get an agreement on what is and what isn't.  Then if they cause trouble, I can trash them.  One or two hard heads in the bunch.  Think they are above reproach.

Nothing on the agenda for tomorrow so will clean house for wifey.  Check pond and shooting range.  Think we have some one slipping in and firing 7.62, 9MM and .22.  Found the brass on the ground [all our shooters "police up" their brass].  Went in twice in late in the evening and fired while I was gone last week [Pam heard them].  Now wondering if they are stolen weapons [especially since 7.62 is not popular anymore].  Also shot up a few things "members" would not shoot.  Getting down my bullet proof vest and putting it in the truck.  If they pull it again and I'm home, they are caught.

Popcorn and then to bed.

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Posted by cheapclassics on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 4:46 AM

Good morning all,

Rain is supposed to be in SE Indiana today.  I played 50 minutes of my best soccer ever in a 1-1 tie last night.  We had 9 players and they had 10 so no subs.  It was in your face, grind it out, gut it out, stay on your feet until you drop soccer last night.  I played right fullback the entire game and was guarding two players at once (admittedly not their best ones) at several points in the game.  We were in our defensive half most of the game, but held on to earn that tie.  After that we went over to J C Penneys to pick up some Dockers that were on sale, and then back to home.  I was tired, but it was soccer tired.  I slept well.  I had the regular fare on the dining car before sending it on to "Points East".  TBIL any time, but it will have to be a short night for me.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

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Posted by dwiemer on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 5:44 AM

Morning all.  Getting ready to head in.  Did not sleep well last night and it will make for a long day.  Have plenty to do as wife's family are coming in this weekend.  Perhaps I can hide in the train room???

Has anyone heard from the Iowa bandleader lately?  I have not seen him post recently.  Hope all is well by him. 

We are having a conference at church this coming week, so plenty to pray about and prepare for.  As they say, revival starts in the heart.

God Bless,
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Posted by laz 57 on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:14 AM

Hi GUYZ,

  HAPPY FALL!!!!!

Well finally got countertops installed all thats left is for me to install the kitchen cabinet doors and a few peices of molding.  Looks great and wife loves it. 

FIFE, sorry for the hammy.  Gee I hope BUCKEYEs ok, forgot about YUZ GYZ.

Stay frosty,

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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:31 AM

Good Morning from Blueberryhill....

It is a cloudy 70 degrees. Going up to 88 today with a chance of rain.

Today is an easy day. I plan on taking it slow. A few chores to do and then relax. I need to do some reading and paperwork, later. Legs feel better from PT. Had a good walk yesterday.

Dining car is here for the usual breakfast.

Y'all have a great Wednesday.

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:54 AM

Morning all.  Warmer today.  Fall is not here even though the calendar says so.  Cooling next week and maybe rain. 

Over the hill blow hard band leader is wondering around in the west.  Need to call and see if he has made it back home.  Should have some great photos to share.

Gald to see LAZ back and posting.  Missed to old Yank during the summer.  Think this is his last year before he is going to be "retarded" [as the little boy said about his Grandad who was retired]. 

Speaking of retirement, Wifey has now said she is retiring Dec 2011.  She will have 33 years.  Not close to that good free SS.  She wants to get a part-time job to keep her busy.

Have a good day.  

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Posted by anjdevil2 on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 8:13 AM

Morning, Guys!

Up to get to Woodbridge today for job(s).  Looks nice again, lower 70's later on. 

Nice to see you Laz!  Sorry about your friend Angel....

Started training for Baltimore County...1 mile with bunker pants, boots and air pack (no, I walked, didn't run).  The locals looked at me funny...Physcial testing starts in October/November..Hey Fife, sounds like another visit..as long as I'm not sick...Bang Head.

I'll be back tonight, have to shower and shave and get on the road...35 miles from here...

See ya later!

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Posted by cnw1995 on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 8:27 AM

Aloha all. Grey and warmish here. Survived class last night. Long day of meetings leading to meetings. Ah well. At least I am gainfully employed. Found my conductor friend to give him a few more CTTs.  Happily down to just a few. Love to give them away to enthusiasts and kids.

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Posted by sir james I on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 8:36 AM

Good Morning

Rain and thunder over night, humid and sticky this morning. I'm not sure about todays plans. I know there's an egg sandwich on the way. My daughter says wednesday is hump day so go to it...S.J.

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Posted by MichRR714 on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 9:07 AM

News this morning from Sicily.. my Sister-In-Law has been there with family for 3 weeks.  She calls this morning to say, "I lost my passport"

She knows it was not stolen, she saw it last night but cannot find it now.  Family will have to take her from Sicily to Rome to the US Embassy for a replacement.

What a nightmare!

 

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Posted by Banks on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 11:37 AM

Hello all,

Quick stop in at lunch time,

Rockisland,  Meant to include this yesterday and forgot. I toured the Collings Foundation's B17 & B 29 last year. Had a trip to the Airport planned this year and work interfered. That evening I got something even better. The B 29 flew over top of me while I was out in the barnyard. It had to be less than 200 feet high, could see propwash in the grass on top of the hill behind barn. The sound was spectacular. heard it coming over the noise of the tractor and watched in amazement. It was followed by the B17 a little higher and a little farther away but still an awesome sight in the evening sun. Then I saw the P51 in the distance. I don't know why they were so low but it thrilled me to see them in action so close. (I'm about 10 miles from the local airport as the crow flies)

Got Grandson's four wheeler almost together. Will finish tonight and get it running.

Any body hear from Navyjack?

Best get back to work.

 

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Posted by Ole Timer on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 12:49 PM

Chief a bullet proof vest will NOT  stop a 7.62 !  One of mine has the ceramic plate in the front that's supposed to stop high calber ... but I'm not about to trust it against an AK round .

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Posted by RockIsland52 on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 3:36 PM

Banks

Hello all,

Quick stop in at lunch time,

Rockisland,  Meant to include this yesterday and forgot. I toured the Collings Foundation's B17 & B 29 last year. Had a trip to the Airport planned this year and work interfered. That evening I got something even better. The B 29 flew over top of me while I was out in the barnyard. It had to be less than 200 feet high, could see propwash in the grass on top of the hill behind barn. The sound was spectacular. heard it coming over the noise of the tractor and watched in amazement. It was followed by the B17 a little higher and a little farther away but still an awesome sight in the evening sun. Then I saw the P51 in the distance. I don't know why they were so low but it thrilled me to see them in action so close. (I'm about 10 miles from the local airport as the crow flies)

Got Grandson's four wheeler almost together. Will finish tonight and get it running.

Any body hear from Navyjack?

Best get back to work.

 

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Posted by sir james I on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 5:06 PM

Good Evening

We had a nice day in the 70s with windows open. It's early but banilla will be ready for the Tardis....S.J.

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Posted by rtraincollector on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:50 PM

Evening all had a good day moved all the trains from one pile to another so I could clean back there and empty the ashes and all out of fireplace we decided not to use anymore then moved trains back and reorganized and made a lot of room doesn't look like that many anymore but I know better but she doesn't so may be able to add some more with out her thinking I have to many again lol yeah right actually I need to buy some items to build a layout like some tubular switches (thought I had 5 could only find 2 today but didn't really look hard) need 6 total but need to count on how many left and right.

Also need to get some Gar graves 5 rail Standard and O gauge flex track so I can do a oval on the outside of my layout to be that can run either. Just don't have switches or crossover that can handle that. So it will have to be an oval and I prefer the outside oval. been thinking doing the next one in as G and O as gar graves make that also but 4 rail.

Hope all having a good day. Talk to you all later

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Posted by fifedog on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:09 PM

anjdevil - Let me know when you get back in town.  Good luck with the PT.

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Posted by SPMan on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 8:41 PM

Good evening all, has been a cool gray day here in sunny California.  Even had a little drizzle this morning. 

Found a new printer for my computer today.  Opted for a laser printer to save $ on ink jet cartriges.  Son ordered it for us over internet after we looked at one in a store but they were out of stock.

Old Timer, are you in law inforcement?  Forgive me for asking.  I just wondered with the comments about bullet proof vest.

New neighbor seems to be a perfectionest.  He built a new fence and gate to keep dogs in.  Then he disassembled the whole thing to paint it.  Now I guess he has to rebuild it again.  I don't know why he just didn't paint it after he put it up.  Am I missing something here?  Anyway, he is a nice guy and I'm glad to have good neighbors.

TCA train meet coming up this week end.  A friend of mine and myself were elected to put up a small display layout this month featuring the Southern Pacific which is our theme for the month of September at the show and tell.  Trying to figure out how to carry some stuff without packing it in original boxes.  I always seem to break something like that.

Talk to you later,

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Posted by dwiemer on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 8:49 PM

Good evening everyone.  I got home in good time today and was able to do a little cleaning.  Mrs. really likes when I get some doneWink  Tomorrow, we will be celebrating 10 years.  I certainly married above myself.

Rich, be careful out there!  Next, we will be hearing about you hauling two lengths of deuce and a half!  With regard to Baltimore, have some friends who go down to the fire symposiums every year.  One friend is a Dep. Chief in Newark and is also a instructor.  More than likely, he is one of the ones giving the talks.  I know we used to have the IAFF "Olympics", but what are you training for?  Good luck with the job search!

Chief, good luck with clearing the range.  If you hear some shooting and it isn't the good guys, you may want to just give them a call and let them handle things.  The other thing you could do is spread the word that the good guys are welcome and encouraged to come.  If they see someone they don't know belongs there...bring 'em in!

Time for Bed!  Hope y'all have a good night.

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Thursday, September 23, 2010 12:24 AM

sir james I

Good Evening

We had a nice day in the 70s with windows open. It's early but banilla will be ready for the Tardis....S.J.

Not here.  Set new record.  96  About to go into hottest Sept on record.

Hope the vest will stop high powered rounds.  Was the one issued when I had to go up against high powered rifles shooting deer at night.  Glad I never had to test it.  Bad guys always gave up or tried to "ditch" their weapon before getting stopped.

Off to bed.  Meetings tomorrow.

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Posted by LawsonFarmsRR on Thursday, September 23, 2010 4:44 AM

From the Rummer Mill:

Fifedog moving the ship to the hills of WV. Does that mean rain for 40 days and 40 nights? Holy Moses Batman!Huh?

Is a certain Mayor of a Rosy NC town hunting groundhogs with a AK-47?Surprise

A person from the Buckeye state of Ohio spends more time underground than above ground. Does he have toy trains down there?Wow

A vagabond in NC is selling his NASCAR trains. Does that mean the end of NASCAR as we know it?Thumbs Down

Inquiring minds want to know.

Send your answers to the National Association of Rummer Mills.

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Posted by cheapclassics on Thursday, September 23, 2010 4:49 AM

Good morning all,

IIABSDISEI with temps back in the 90s. 

 Imagine you have lost something forever.  Imagine the joy you would have when you have it back.  Multiply that by 10,000 and you might come close to what I am feeling.  I wish I could share the details, but I can share the emotion. 

I had the regular fare on the dining car for breakfast before sending it on to "Points East".  TBIL after "my" soccer girls' game tonight.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

Mike C. from Indiana 

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