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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 LawsonFarmsRR on Thursday, September 22, 2011 5:52 AM

Ray - Magnesium supplement is the way to go. Great for muscle aches. After all, the heart IS a muscle.

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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Thursday, September 22, 2011 5:43 AM

Good Morning from Blueberryhill....

Today is a beautiful day. I am going home.

I wii check in with you guys later

Chuck 

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Posted by submmbob on Thursday, September 22, 2011 12:22 AM

A goo couple of days here at the 'scope.  Chasing electrical issues and gearing towards start-up.

I was up on top of the building drilling holes for a new GPS installation today. Quite the view and a nice sunset today. The hike that I did on Sunday has about 1K ft. elevation change in 1 1/2 miles. We didn't hike from the telescope this time, but I have done that before. That's about 10 miles w/ that elevation change twice. It's a pretty good workout. I'm sure Laz would run itBig Smile

Rich - sorry about your job. Hope something comes up soon. Sad to hear you may be selling the wagon. Don't you have some other old iron stored somewhere?

Chuck - just hours to go!

Jack - a friend in the Phoenix area bought a small pumpkin in the fall and it was still good in early summer!

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Posted by anjdevil2 on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 10:43 PM

Good Evening Guys!

Thanks for the encouragement.... something will come up..SPMan/Ray, I've noticed that sometimes the dark days eventually bring a big dawn.  I'll sure the best is yet to come.

The firehouse is still a mess, the police have relocated to another area in the boro. Things are surreal since the flood.  There had been talk of scrapping the building....it's condemned at this point, but was told we are NOT moving.  I was/am relieved....

Worked on my Daddy Wagon, got a cash offer to sell it.  And I AM considering it.  Repaired an exhaust leak and a power steering leak.  Tested a spot and a cleaner wax will bring the paint back.

Tomorrow I get to fight with the student loan people then FEMA (both at the community college)...geez, never had so much trouble getting money for my daughter's education..

Yankees Win....yep watching it on YESThumbs Up

AND PRE SEASON HOCKEY!!!! Devils beat the Rangers 2-1 on OT....Smile, Wink & Grin

Thats all from Exit 8 for now...

and a shout out to Chuck....it's good you're going HOME!!!Thumbs UpBow

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Posted by Demay on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 10:17 PM

Good evening all,

The Yankees are the AL East Champions - again.   Sorry Jack

We had our first test today.  I did very well, but I need to make sure I stay on top of the class work since the next test if Friday and a paper is due Monday.  I don't have much else to report today.

I'll pray for all those in need.

Good night,

Joe

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Posted by Brutus on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 10:06 PM

Prayers for a job, Rich - sorry Sad

We had a church thing tonight - last (missing) membership class.  Somethings are very cool, a few that are okay, but that's to be expected.  All the important stuff is right.   We picked up some icecream on the way home Thumbs Up

TARDIS is ready, so let's get a move on!

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 10:00 PM

Evening all!

Neck gets a little bit better each day. Tomorrow evening I will be off the steroids. Will go to ibuprofen and see if improvement continues but it is very slow.

Tired so just a quick stop this evening.

Chuck - glad you are going home tomorrow!

Have a great day tomorrow all!

Regards, Roy

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 9:33 PM

Busy day.  Extra early and busy day tomorrow.  Meetings and more meetings.  Then dinner thing which has interrupted my lake house trip.  Hope to leave after that.

Flooding rain and lightning.  Inches in about 30 minutes.  Sure pond is running over.  May be up on the road.

Sleep tight. 

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Posted by 8ntruck on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 9:10 PM

70's today with light showers in the afternoon.

A piece of EF happened today at work that is worthy of sharing with you all - 

We had a group coming through the plant today for a tour.  I got out into the plant at the appointed time to meet the tour, only to notice that the tour had already been by.  A little later, I caught up with one of the tour organizers to to appoligize for missing the tour.  He informed me that the tour started about 40 minutes early, but he could not get the message to me because I don't have a Blackberry.  I pointed out that I do have a cell phone and that his Blackberry has a phone function.  If looks could kill, I'd be posting this from the 'other side'.

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Posted by sir james I on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 8:45 PM

Good Evening

72 now another nice day.

No big news here, I'm keeping up to date on train stuff thanks to the locals. Never had a chance to look at the mags. Banilla is waiting for the Tardis to blast off..S.J.

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Posted by SPMan on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 1:32 PM

Good morning/afternoon all

My sister came home from the hospital in North Carolina last night.  Daughter says they are both tired but happy to be home.  She has a niece staying with her at night for starters but others will help later.  I will give her a call as soon as she gets settled.  Don't want to overload her on the first day.

Chuck, Praise the Lord! Glad you will be going home tomorrow.  You had us worried for a while but we are all happy for you now and look forward to your post from home.  Keep up the exercises and don't forget your cheerios.

Brent thanks for the photos of your pretty little angel.

Rich, best of luck on getting a new job.  The last time I got layed off allowed me to get my engineers job on the railroad where I stayed until retirement.  Best job ever!  Hope you get lucky too.

S.J. hope Granny is feeling well.

Chief, if Fall is here, please send some to us. Still in the 90's this week.

Bucky, point that snow cannon Westward too.  Maybe it will turn into rain at least.  Long range weather report was talking about a hurricane off Mexico that might bring some rain to Southern Cal. in a week or so.

V8 Dennis, my first train was a Marx also.  I think the engine looked like a streamlined Canadian Pacific Engine.  It came with a freight set.  I played with it all through WWII and gradually lost each car one at a time.  We couldn't get Lionel trains during the war but they put out a train made of paper that you could put together.  I got one of those but was too young to assemble it.  I was the oldest of 8 kids and later on there were too many kids to get expensive toys for all of us.  An uncle finally gave me my first Lionel Train when I was about 13.  It was die cast and looked like a Scout set but it had the better automatic couplers on it.  I was as proud of that train as I would have been with a scale Hudson.

Went to the doctor yesterday.  My back pain has reached the point where it is managable now with just an Aleve tablet once a day.  However he said I should still avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for a while.  He said I could try moderate walking  but not to over do it.  It sounds like this is something that will take some time to get over.  Maybe you just have to live with it.  The doctor was happy with my blood test numbers however except he wants me to take a magneseum supplement.  He said my heart is very healthy and tested like it was the same as a much younger person.  That was good news.

Doug in Sandy Eggo,  keep up the good work but easy does it.  A friend of mine who has had heart surgery in the past drinks no coffee at all now, not even decaf but says he's adjusted.  Smoking has to go but that was the best thing I ever gave up.  Good luck.

Ray

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Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 11:13 AM

Afternoon Fellas

Like DougM and Brutus I haven't gotten down to the trainroom in weeks. Sad Really need to get down there and finish the bridge realignment... only have about 2 hours worth of work!

Really hoping to build a Christmas layout this year for under the tree.

JT - I don't think it is a seal problem... it really appears to be a connection issue. I plan to redo all the connections this weekend and see if I can get it fixed... maybe tonight.

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Posted by sir james I on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 8:43 AM

Good Morning

66 and 70s today.

Brutus I have read CTT but OGR and TCA rag are still sitting on the table. Granny seems ok this morning, I hope to see her become more active soon..Happy Hump Day...S.J.

Chuck glad your almost home, I'm sure you are looking forward to that.

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Posted by cnw1995 on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 8:22 AM

Aloha from a grey Chicago but from the 15th flr., it looks like it's clearing. Jack, lots of pumpkins still harvested out by us - 'tis their season.  If kept dry, your pumpkin should last almost a month. Rich, good luck on the job hunt. Brutus, no joy with the trains either lately. But winters coming... Smile

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Posted by RockIsland52 on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 6:10 AM

Good Mornin' Ya'll From Sunny Taxachusetts,

Just a quick splash and go.

Clear but not for long.  Rain on the way and will be with us through Saturday.  It was a seasonal 60 degrees this morning, a lot warmer than the range of low 40s to mid 50s we've been having.  Like Jaz, we should get about 74 out of the temps today.  

Chuck......you da man!!!!!!!!!  Your ship heads for the home port tomorrow!  Congratulations!!  Pirate

Rich......sorry to hear about the job.  Another bump in the road, and it must be disappointing.  But this too shall pass.  Hang in there.

I always wondered.  Are the pumpkins for sale today/September any different from the ones folks buy in October.....from a longevity and rotting standpoint?  Up my way the news reports noted that the farmers in the field are cutting off the stems from the leafy vine now to avoid rot.  If I buy now I get the pick of the litter so to speak and can add a splash of color to the landscaping and enjoy them with the tykes without waiting.....as long as vandals don't get any ideas.   

Gotta run.

Jack

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Posted by laz 57 on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 6:00 AM

Hi GUYZ,

  Cool here and just getting light.  To get rain and only 74.  Gotta pick up vinyl fencing tonite to hide propane tanks. 

CHUCK you are up early you beat me to the punch.  Have a great day BUDDY!  Keep doing your exersices.

Stay frosty,

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Posted by Blueberryhill RR on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 5:05 AM

Good Morning from Blueberryhill....

It is a cool and dark morning. Fall.is on the way.

One more day. I go home tomorrow.  It's been a long time. I need some of Paula's good cookimg.

Be back later.

Y'all have a greatWednesday.

Chuck

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 11:54 PM

OOPS, forgot to post yesterday.  Reclinerized too long.  Long day and night.  Town Board ended early though.

Brent, thanks for the pretty girl photo.

Rich, so sorry but something better is right around the corner.  Promise.

Bob, great view.

Chuck, keep chucking that wood.

Hope Granny does not crack Sir. J over the head.

Roy, that Ohizo snow cannon doesn't work well.  We have a hit and miss.  They get direct hits all the time.

Sleep tight.

Hey, Fall is officially here.

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Posted by 8ntruck on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 10:57 PM

Nice sunny fall day here today.

Nothing going on the train front at the moment.

My wife's bridge group is coming over tomorrow.  She is in the kitchen making goodies.  Of course I had to make a run to the store for some missing ingredients.  Have to set up card tables before I go to bed tonight too.

Submmbob - That is quite a view.  Also looks like quite a hike.  Pretty good elevation change too.  I'll guess maybe 5 miles with 1000 or so feet down then up?

Brent - she is a cutie.

All for now.

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 10:49 PM

Evening,

ANJdevil - I am so sorry about your job. Hopefully this opens the door to something better! Angel Best of luck. Will certainly enjoy meeting you in York if that works out but I hope a new job makes attending a challenge!

Regards, Roy

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Posted by Brutus on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 10:21 PM

No trains today, but that has been true too many days in a row now.  Oh well, I'll catch up soon.  I still haven't read my CTT.  Kids are seriously back in school now - lots of activities.  We have church stuff tomorrow night, last night was flu shots, and Thursday night my wife and daughter have eye doctor appointments.  In-laws are coming to visit next Sunday, too. 

Glad to hear Granny is getting better, and continued prayers for Doug, Roy, Ray, and all in need. 

RI-Jack Laugh  Be sure to double tap that!

TARDIS is ready.  No lemon until next Summer, but we have regular banilla for everyone Thumbs Up

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Posted by sir james I on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 8:44 PM

Good Evening

63 now, it was a nice day for this time of year. No train stuff today, I did sneak in a nap without the door bell or phone ringing. I had some Rocky Road but a fresh supply of Banilla is on hand for the thingy ride..S.J.

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Posted by anjdevil2 on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 7:04 PM

Good evening guys!

Chuck - it will be great when you get home....glad to have you back posting again.

Wildwood was a blast, had a great time....wish i could have stayed another day and maybe I should have.  Went in to work today and was promptly let go.  I fear that this was to make way for the kid they hired a few months ago, who, by the way, is friends with the owners family.  The availability of work has declined in the days since he was hired, so.....

But no problem, there is always something else to be had.  And this time, I may be eligible for unemployment.   And this makes York a probability instead of a possibility.... Sigh

Doug notta...cigarettes I understand, but COFFEE??? Wow, not sure I could handle it

Brent - Still a cutie...and I just had that same talk with MY daughter Laugh

Weather here since Saturday has been colder and wetter.  A little too cool for me right now, but I'll take this over over the roasting pan.

That's all for now....

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Posted by dougdagrump on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 4:33 PM

Afternoon All.

Back from the doc's office. No change in meds for now, he wants to wait for three or four months if possible. He is of the opinion that the tiredness, even though the heart has shown improvement, is the result of going "cold turkey" on coffee(caffeine) & cigarettes(nicotene). Withdrawl symptoms from two very strong stimulants. Another echocardiogram will be done in early November to see where we go from there.

Been watching a few items on EvilBay but the seller must not be getting what he wants for them. This is the fourth time he has listed them after canceling earlier listings. Funny thing is the reason for canceling was "item no longer available" but two days later lo an behold the same item is listed, hmmmm. Grumpy 

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:40 PM

Fife,

          I think Buckeye is slacking on those jackets.Wink

Brent,

           Any chance you could replace the seal in the existing valve?

Just got back from looking at the 95 PGT.  Trans issue aside, I really want this one.  Hoping to get it this weekend if possible.  I don't want to see it end in a yard if I can help it.

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Posted by fifedog on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 2:34 PM

Chief - enjoyed the German airport post.  What I could create with 3.5 million euros laying around...Idea

88 - As Ms Kelly would say, "What a cutie-pah-tootie!"

SPMan - Huge CONGA on 1000!!! Make sure Buckeye gets your measurements for your crushed red valour smoling jacket.

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 1:15 PM

Jack,

           I took the PGT out on the highway last week after replacing both Bank 1&2 O2s, now I have a Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold code.Thumbs Down  I couldn't get the pre and post cat O2s to budge, So I left them.  I figured that if I tried too hard, given the condition of the original y pipe and converter, I'd have a bigger problem.Laugh  I need to get a new y pipe and converter asap.

John,

           Did you get my PM?

Finally have a day off of work.  6P-6A gets a bit rough past two consecutive days.  Was going to work on the layout, but I am debating on going to look at a 95 PGT.  Need something for winter.  I reflashed the Mustang's ECU back to stock this morning so there wouldn't be any issues with inspection tomorrow.  I didn't realize what a difference there is between the stock tune and the Bama Performance 87 Street tune that I was running until returning to stock.  Can't stand the throttle lag and weaker midrange with the stock tune.

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 1:08 PM

Roy - I haven't even given York a thought! I'll have to look into it... if I do it will definitely cut into my buying hauling power!

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 12:59 PM

Buckeye Riveter

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Poor Buckeye - Ohizo economy slumps when Ohio looses...Sigh

 

But we have plenty of SNOWOHIO to send to points in the South.   Yes, it is a sad day in Buckeyeland.  A rundown of sports in Ohio

Buckeye - what I appreciate about Snohizo is you have plenty of it and do not notice when you send a little our way.

Afternoon all!

Arm is a bit better today but shooting pains in left thumb are annoying.

Brent - she is a sweetie. Great pic! Are you going to bring her to York to start breaking her in to the World's Greatest Hobby? I think Buckeye bought her a toy train but I think you will never see it unless you travel to buckeyeland?

Harold and Kev (KRM) - good to hear from you guys. Keep it up.

SubmmBob - great pics. If you gotta work in a remote area you picked a great one. Skies out there at night with little to no ambient light around must be spectacular!

Chuck - you must be feeling better as your posts are returning to normal - bet you will be glad to get home after all this.

Doug M - CONGRATS on the middle boy's college acceptance!!!

Ray - Angel continue for your sister and good luck with your back issues. I can only imagine that after dealing with my neck and arm.

DougDG - good luck with the doc. Angel for your continued recovery.

Chief - I also like the new Five-O. It is interesting to watch the original every now and then. They have rudimentary crime lab and loooonnnng pauses in speech - which no show does anymore - all new shows style is to yak non-stop rapid fire - gets wearing after a while.

Have a great afternoon all!

 

 

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Posted by SPMan on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 12:41 PM

Good morning or afternoon depending on your location,

I just noticed that I have passed my first 1000th post.  Don't even remember what day it was.  Anyway, I'm just a piker compared to you old heads on the forum.

Regarding baseball,  I watched a little of a game between the Dodgers and Pittsburg the other day.  Dodgers won 15-1.  Just saw the last couple of innings but Dodger stadium really looked empty.  Maybe fans got bored and went home early or could it be a protest against  the infamous owner who has made a mess out of the team.

Looks like grocery strike has been averted according to the morning paper.  Both sides came to some kind of agreement but has to be voted on by the members of the union.

Chuck you can do two more days easy.  Will be good to see you posting from home soon.

Sister suppose to come home from hospital today.

V8 Dennis,  I just had to have one of our old cars smog tested too.  I know the feeling but sometime I think its all a racket.  They seem to pass everything as long as they get the money.  Those test only places are little gold mines.

Paper says Dolores Hope passed away at age 102.  She was married to Bob for 69 years.  He attributed that to the fact that he was only home for three weeks.

later,

Ray

 

 

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