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RE:COFFEE POT #9 September 2011 for all to take a drink and chat. 6+ years and going. Plenty of better coffee and sweet ice tea to drink. Plenty of GRITS and Cheerios for the heart.

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 12:06 PM

Afternoon all.  A quick stop at the country store.  Pretty day here.  Cooler.  Had more rain last night [well early this morning before light].  Just typed a letter to the Gov. requesting her to over rule DOT on a traffic signal request.  Another on to the DOT Division Engineer.  Type them at the lake house and come here to email them [WiFI Road Runner].  Probably go fishing this afternoon.  Grass mowed.

Warning to all of yuz giz in NJ.  Going to Atlantic City for a boat dealers' show Nov 1 thru 3.  More details later.

Have a good one.  

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Posted by SPMan on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 1:12 PM

Good morning all,

Chief, I saw a story in the LA. Times about Rick Perry from 1992 when the Republican National Convention was held in Houston.  Apparently Eastern North, Carolina Bar-B-Que was served there and Perry made the comment that he had "tasted better road kill than this stuff".  Don't know why they dig something up that is that old but I thought it was funny.  Down East in North Carolina, Bar-B-Que criticism is like touching the third rail when it comes to food.  The supplier of the bar-b-que, Kings Bar-B-Que came back with the comment that Perry apparently had eaten road kill and was in a position to judge..  Touche!

Chuck, had Cherrios today in your honor.  Keep up the good work.

Still waiting this morning for news about my sisters outcome yesterday with her oncologist.  Will call later if I don't get E Mail from daughter.

later,

Ray

 

 

 

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Posted by rtraincollector on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 6:54 PM

Evening all been keeping busy. I did buy some standard gauge switches but thats about all.

hope all doing fine haven't really been keeping up with the forum that much sorry talk to you all later

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Posted by sir james I on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 8:48 PM

Good Evening

55 now.

Just a routine day, no breaking news. Banilla is ready..S.J.

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Posted by dwiemer on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 8:51 PM

Good evening guys.  Long day of it.  Had some minor cases, but they were stretched all day long.  Had to do a fitness survey on the computer at work which is linked to the results of our physicals, etc.  Says I am in good health.....ah, Yeah, right.  Also had to take the classes on line for the Hague treaty regarding international adoptions.  Finished all twelve hours of them today.  At least that is behind me.

Rich, many years ago, when I left the group in NJ and came south, the group owed me a good amount of cash and was holding things up.  I just blew it off as the offer down here was good enough to compensate.  Probably could have won a judgement rather easily, but at the time, it wasn't worth my efforts.  I do wish you luck in yours.  You may have luck in going to whoever is over the person who is refusing to pay you.  Let them know that it will be cheaper than paying the owed amount plus legal fees.

Chief, good luck in fighting the DOT.  I have had reps from DOT tell me about supposed "rules" and how they can't do something because of them.  Well, I found that they were full of it and when challenged, they turned tale.  Perhaps your influence will sway the powers that be.  Good luck again.

Chuck, it is good to see you posting on a regular basis again.  Just make sure you keep up the good work.  Got a lot of folks who care and want to see you doing well.  Looking forward to your running the high iron soon.

God Bless,
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Posted by Buckeye Riveter on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 8:53 PM

ChiefEagles

 Just typed a letter to the Gov. requesting her to over rule DOT on a traffic signal request.  Another on to the DOT Division Engineer.  Type them at the lake house and come here to email them [WiFI Road Runner]. 

Don't worry Chief, we are working on the Roseyville by-pass to take all that traffic out of town.  Due to environmental and cultural resources concerns it appears that the by pass will be five to ten miles away from Roseyville.  I would say that within two years after construction, Roseyville will be a ghost town especially after Chuck's snow cannon lands a few direct hits.  Smile, Wink & Grin 

 

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Posted by submmbob on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 9:00 PM

Back on the hill for another few days a work. Working w/ the new mechanic on finishing the summer shutdown list and making progress. We are getting closer to start up.

Don - the Ambrose book on the TransCon is one of my favorites as well. I pick it up and re-read it every so often.

John - thoughts and prayers for your injured fellow workers.

Well, back to finishing up a few projects.

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Posted by Brutus on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 10:13 PM

Prayers guys.  Nothing much going on except I need to replace hour hot water heater.  The old one is about 15 and apparently the pressure valve is leaking just a little bit.  I think it's due to the change in the temps, up and down?  I could replace the valve, but at this point that WH is well beyond it's projected lifetime and we actually have pretty bad water here.  These things have gotten pretty pricey haven't they?  I think the last time I bought a new one was in my old house and that was about 17 years ago.

Tardis is ready and I see some beacons, so let's get going!

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Posted by dbaker48 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 2:01 AM

Evening All....

V8Vega

I just saw the TV forcast 88 Thurs, 90 Fri, 90 Sat, 84 Sun, 85 Mon.

Dennis  San Fernando Valley CA.

Dennis - AND were suppose to get rain this weekend (?).  I hope so.  But, even if we do I doubt it will be worth getting the rain gauge out for.  Unlike the guys in PA, I dont think we will have much trouble drying out.  Anyway, Ray would probably get the worst of it.

Went to the train club this afternoon, everything ran pretty well.  Did have a little difficulty with a TMCC and DCS lash-up, works well at home, but not at the club.  One of the newer guys had a engine that everyone was having difficulty with in TMCC.  Checked it out and it was a 3-Rail engine, with QSI sound only.  Everyone was quite embarrased over that.  Obviously, it was a really nice looking engine.

Newest thing in LA  Metro Rail system,  a new "Quiet" car !  This aught to be good! No radios, MP3, cell phones, laptops, blue tooth devices, electronic games, .... nothing, AND if you MUST talk, you need to whisper.  It will be interesting how the rules are communicated to all, and in all the necessary languages.  Also how they are going to enforce it.  Seats are on a first come first serve basis.   Should be interestingLaugh

Have a wedding to go to this weekend, nephew's #3, wedding.  And, its down in Temecula, Sunday late afternoon.  Sigh

Hope everyone has a great day.

 

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Posted by cheapclassics on Thursday, September 29, 2011 4:45 AM

Good morning all,

It is rainy in SE Indiana.  Did get yard mowed last night.  Hopefully will be at Senior Night for high school boys team.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

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Posted by Hudson#685 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 5:56 AM

Good Morning,

Another rainy day here in NJ.

Chief, Let's see what is going on closer to the date. I teach school on Monday and Wednesday nights.

Progress for the Underground Tech who was burned. No word on the other 2 from the gas side. Thanks for the prayers.

Thoughts and Prayers for all in need.

Have a Great Day,

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Posted by laz 57 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 6:01 AM

Hi GUYZ,

  BIG CONGA going out for my HS Classmate JOE MADDON, manager of the TB RAYS for getting into the MLB playoffs.  Came from 6 runs down to beat the YANKERS.  Good luck JOEY in the playoffs.

Stay frosty,

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Posted by dwiemer on Thursday, September 29, 2011 7:21 AM

Good morning everyone.  I am still on call and again will be heading in a little later.  Fortunately, I did not get called in again last night, so that is a blessing.  Have to stop off at the movie theater on my way in to pick up some tickets for one of our kids teachers.  We have had some storms in the area, but little in the way of rain here.  I hope it hits today so that the weather is good for all to attend the movie tomorrow and through the weekend.

One of my train buddies from the hospital got a steam generator car for his HO pike.  It has smoke "steam" that is released from its blow down pipes.  Looks cool, but he was having trouble to get it to run properly.  Has some dip switches that had to be properly set prior to operating.  Got him straight on that, but I probably should tell him not to run it dry....

I am considering setting up a layout at the hospital, but will check into things as the administration and lawyers may have an issue with that.  We shall see.

Take care and may Y'all have a blessed day.
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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Thursday, September 29, 2011 7:25 AM

Good Morning from Blueberryhill....

It is a cloudy 58 degrees. Suppose to be sunny today.

Today is a busy day. I have exercises to do and a few little chores to help out.

Been going outside when it's sunny and sitting on the glider on the back deck. Feels good to be outside. Peaceful.

Dining car has rolled in and we are having Cheerios for breakfast. Then, it is off to all Points West.

Y'all have a great Thursday.

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Posted by RockIsland52 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 8:12 AM

Bang Head  2011 MLB Season.  Bang Head

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Posted by dwiemer on Thursday, September 29, 2011 8:17 AM

Chuck, some of my favorite times are when I can just sit and enjoy the blessings around me.  Your being able to do so is a blessing of itself.  It is good to see you here. 

Sir James, came across this article, thought you would like it:
http://www.ncregister.com/blog/tim-drake/what-you-wont-see-on-screen-in-courageous#ixzz1ZLC5ro00

While I don't remember him, it was a great day while we filmed the race he speaks of.  I too took part in the race, but I doubt I can be seen.  Jim Bob Duggar is a nice person to speak with, real down to earth.

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Posted by cnw1995 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 8:22 AM

Aloha from a cool, but clear Crystal Lake. All the leaves are changing color. It looks like a nice fall. Wow, Jack, what a finish! Brutus, you sure got your use out of that water heater. We replaced ours a few years back - we have pretty hard water too that helps wear them out. It wasn't cheap but with all the teens, I got the biggest one I could. Don B., Metra started up Quiet Cars too - two to a train. The battles have begun  because even if your phone 'bings' you get looks. LOL.

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Posted by dbaker48 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 8:57 AM

Doug,

Where do they place the Quiet Cars, are they very popular?  They don't sound very attractive to me, but I have never been able to use the Metro for routine travel.  I have managed to go on two trips for the experience. 

 

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Posted by KRM on Thursday, September 29, 2011 9:07 AM

Good morning everyone,

Just polished off my Cheerios with strawberries but I could not find any sugar. Wife used it all for the hummingbird feeders.

I am ready for some outside work today.

Temp is 57 now just of Marseilles and looks like it is going to be sunny and in the low 70s today. The leaves are starting to change and I can wait for them to fall because I have tons of them. Well they look nice now.

My son is on his way over and we are going to do some serious wood chopping. Well at least the log splitter is. I will run the chainsaw and he can do the grunt work. Finally over that attack of gout I had so I can walk again. I never had it before and it took 12 day to calm down. I know a lot of guys that have had it so they coached me through it.

Have a great day all!

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Posted by sir james I on Thursday, September 29, 2011 9:37 AM

Good Morning

55 and kinda gloomy

Dennis that's a well written article especially from someone of a different faith. I give him a thumbs up for that. A super morning here, got granny up and downstairs, she wanted to sit in the living room so I said ok watch for the Fedx truck. About 10 minutes later she calls out, trucks here. Got me A Lionmaster NYC SD 80, the catalog says SD90, don't care really I love it. Bought it from a forum member. My favorite train store broke up the sets but sold off the engines while silly me was trying to decide. I've been trying to find one ever since. One more day and Sept. will be history.Crying...S.J.

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Posted by anjdevil2 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 10:03 AM

Hey Guys,

Cloudy today, rain later.

Long night of baseball and home work...geez, I was REALLY looking forward to the 1 game playoff.

Not much going on here, really.  Just got back from college and it appears I have the rest of the day off...Princess has a ride from college to work and home.

Quiet cars on NJ Transit have been going on for a few months.  It's the first and second cars of the train.  And there have been some fights and arguments about relocating the offenders...hey, its JERSEY!!  But after much ado, everyone has figured it out and with much success.  I may take a trip to NYC and check it out.

Harvest Fair Saturday, on duty with the HFD.  Saturday night off to Newark for a pre-season game: Devils vs Flyers.

Angel for those in need

Dinner....off to brunch!

 

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Posted by cnw1995 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 11:30 AM

Dennis, a train layout in the hospital sounds like a nice idea. Years ago, I helped with a small one at a local children's hospital. The issues: space, security, liability.  Permanent 'display' layouts aren't institutionally popular, but something the kids could play with for therapeutic reasons worked for a while. We presented it as sort of a powered, wooden-train table...

Don B
. and Rich, I think Metra got the idea from NJT. I've never seen something implemented so fast since they took off the bar cars. They are very very popular. Depending on train length, it is the 3rd car in from both sides. There's a small 'shush' sign outside the car, and cards saying be quiet inside. But most problems seem to arise from folks not realizing it. Then again, Metra publishes an newsletter distributed in car racks that's full of hilarious complaints. See http://metrarail.com/metra/en/home/utility_landing/newsroom/on_the_bi-level.html

SJ, congratulations on the new addition. That sounds like a great engine.

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Posted by RockIsland52 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 11:32 AM

sir james I

Good Morning

55 and kinda gloomy

........... A super morning here, got granny up and downstairs, she wanted to sit in the living room so I said ok watch for the Fedx truck. About 10 minutes later she calls out, trucks here. Got me A Lionmaster NYC SD 80, the catalog says SD90, don't care really I love it. Bought it from a forum member. Crying...

S.J.

Caught again !!!!!!  Smile, Wink & Grin

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Posted by MichRR714 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 11:36 AM

sir james I

Got me A Lionmaster NYC SD 80, the catalog says SD90, don't care really I love it.

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Posted by sir james I on Thursday, September 29, 2011 8:37 PM

Good Evening

Coffee's cold tonight.

59 and wet

I cut the front grass today as the next few are suppose to be windy and wet. Played with my new toy for awhile and took care of granny..Got lot's of banilla so come on by..S.J.


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Posted by dwiemer on Thursday, September 29, 2011 8:46 PM

sir james I

Dennis that's a well written article especially from someone of a different faith. I give him a thumbs up for that.


Sir James, yeah, sorry about that one....I meant Jim "Sturgeon Fish", thought he would like the article.  Sorry for the brain jam there.  Anyway, Jim, here's the link I meant for you:
http://www.ncregister.com/blog/tim-drake/what-you-wont-see-on-screen-in-courageous#ixzz1ZLC5ro00  As Sir James notes, it was a good article.  From what TriStar is saying, the movie has already sold $2 million in pre-sales, which is what the cost of the movie and distribution was.  Obviously, the revenue is cut by the time all the different entities take their cut.  Our main focus is on changed lives.

On another front, it was a trying day.  Had to deal with a rather un-pleasant issue at the hospital.  No details, just one of those things I had to take care of.  I was not happy about that and fortunately, I know better than to bring such things home to the family.  In a complete 180 degree turn, came home to get son's report card.  He had all A's which is great.  When I called his teacher with the information on the tickets that we got for her family, she said "I wish I had a class full of kids like Ricky"....made me feel great!  I am a proud dad.

I must get going.  Hope each of you has a blessed night.
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Posted by wrmcclellan on Thursday, September 29, 2011 9:37 PM

Evening all!

Well it hit 100 today and we have storms making a lot of rumbling but nothing but sprinkles here. Temps to drop tomorrow and 80's. Nice weekend on tap. HS football tomorrow night. Our son's HS band is in a marching competition Saturday. The State Fair of Texas starts this weekend and we plan to go Sunday. Whew?

Chuck - glad you got outside. That really is refreshing.

SJ - sounds like Granny is doing better!

Dennis - sorry about your bad day today.

Neck is better today. Hope no more setbacks in store. MRI scheduled for Friday next week.

Busy day tomorrow! Have a great day tomorrow all!

 

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Posted by Demay on Thursday, September 29, 2011 9:59 PM

Good evening all,

I don't have much new to report here, just plugging along with class work.  Tomorrow morning we have a four hour sporting event.  The instructors won't tell us all the details, but it involves athletic ability as well as intelligence.  It is a competitive event where all the classes competed against each other.  It should be fun and it gets us out of the classroom for a while. 

Jack and Laz - Last night was the only time I was ever happy to see the Yankees lose.  The loss ended the Sox's season.

Doug CNW - I don't think Ozzie's antics will win him any fans in Florida.

SJ - I'm looking forward to seeing photos of the new engine.

I need to get to bed now; I have to wake up at 0500.

Good night,

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Posted by sir james I on Thursday, September 29, 2011 10:19 PM

Joe our next club meet is Oct. 8, if I feel comfortable about leaving granny the loco will be there for Charlies camera.

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Posted by MichRR714 on Thursday, September 29, 2011 11:30 PM

Another late night at the office...... seems like its getting to be the norm. 

Looking forward to chasing 765 with the family on Saturday.  Her run from Ithaca to Cadillac, MI will put 765's route just a short drive from my cabin.  Fall color and the smell of coal fired steam in the air.....should be fun.

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