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Posted by cheapclassics on Monday, March 8, 2021 8:46 PM

Good evening all,

Very quiet day at work.  Projects outside the house start tomorrow.  Will be glad when they are completed.  Weather was very nice.  Picked up sticks outside.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

Mike C. from Indiana

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Posted by Banks on Monday, March 8, 2021 10:25 PM

Hello there

Roy.....more progress on the ElCamino!!!!

Buckeye & Charlie......lookn good.

Fife what's your ETA Sunday?

Registered on 2 different locations for Wuhan vaccine. Could have scheduled March 29 but the 2nd shot would fall when we're at the beach. Gonna keep trying, maybe get them on either side of the beach trip.
Nothing else exciting here.  Got the dishwasher in and running.  Replaced the top basement step that ties in to the kitchen floor. Took a couple of tries to get the shellac color right. It was pretty well worn and I'd glued splits in it years ago. The rest of the steps need replaced too, next project. Started flooring today. A PITA to get it straight. Hope the rest gets better.

Best get to sleep.

Prayers for those in need and the end of this pandemic

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 9:19 AM

59 and sunny.  Beautiful day.  Still hurting some.  Slept till 8:30. 

Ate a sausage biscuit along with two Egos.  [real maple syrup]  Lots of coffee with Almond Joy Creamer.  Can't see how Wifey drinks that stuff straight.  Going to brew some sweet ice tea.  Can't drink soft drinks [sodas to some] until tomorrow. 
 
Errands and maybe tractor and disk garden.  It has dried out some. 
 
Cardinals will not use new feeder.  All other birds do.  They get what drops on the ground.  Wifey trying to get me to put old feeder back up.  Maybe Get another one with trough.  Haven't seen a squirrel near this one.  Interesting.
 

Enjoy your day.   

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 9:53 AM

Good morning!

Cloudy and looks like it will stay cloudy/overcast for next 5-6 days with rain for the weekend. However - low 70's  Cool

Throat/swallowing therapy today. Two more sessions after this one - one per week.  Stick out tongue

Regards, Roy

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Posted by fifedog on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 10:20 AM

Mornin' boys. Partly sunny and 61 along the Patterson Creek cut-off.  I too just came back from Doc visit/Lab work. Nasty heel spur thingie got me hobbling" around.

chief - Here's hoping nothing on the snippy thingies.

Roy - Cheering you all the way across the finish line.

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Posted by anjdevil2 on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 2:07 PM

Good afternoon!!

Not much going on here, I had to jump through some hoops to get in.

$82/year for unlimited access?  Does that include spell check in the forum?

64F right now and sun.  I haven't been out yet, but I may move the bike out and hook up the battery charger........I might have to be real sick on Thursday when it's in the 70s....

Prayers for Roy and for Fife's heal spur to get better....

We made an appointment for a portrait style engagement photo, we won a session, so we'll get a 11X14 print.  

That is all.................

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


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Posted by cheapclassics on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 6:19 PM

Good evening all,

Good day at work.  Pain 2 was out of office all this week.  Even though I do not physically interact with her any more, she can make like "interesting".  Work is going well on first outdoor project.  Same guys that did garage door last year.  They do good work at a reasonable price.  Cannot ask for anything more.  Weather again good outside.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

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Posted by smokey1 on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 5:32 AM

anjdevil2

$82/year for unlimited access?  Does that include spell check in the forum?

I missed something here, would you please explain.

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Posted by anjdevil2 on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 8:27 AM

Smokey - Kalmbach is offering unlimited access to this site for $6.99/month billed in 1 lump sum at $83.88.  

Good Morning - 

Last night's Line/Exec meeting was quick and painless and out by 7:40.  

I went over to have dinner with Jenni, did the dishes and watched a Don Garlits Documentary "Close Calls" - amazing how he missed getting killed OFF the track....

64F today and Sunny - the was a bit of a breeze.

My 3 feral cats, the birds and the squirrels were fed - I hand fed 3 of the squirrels, now that it's warmer.

Off to work - 

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I am the venom in your skin  --- Breaking Benjamin


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Posted by ChiefEagles on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 9:30 AM

65 and sunny. Beautiful day. undefined Middle 70's guessed.

Errands and disk garden.
 
Scrambled eggs and sausage patties. Hotdogs fried tonight.
 
Squirrels everywhere except feeders. Cardinals still not feeding from new trough feeder bought for them yesterday. 6 this morning trying to decide who is pairing with who. Funny.
 

 

Enjoy your day.

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Posted by smokey1 on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 9:51 AM

Rich so what happens if we don't pay. Do we get blocked from this forum. Or does that include online for the magazine also. I have seen nothing about this.

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Posted by smokey1 on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 10:24 AM

Found it. 

Okay, I'm still studying it though. 

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 1:01 PM

Afternoon all!

Cloudy and warm as predicted. Nothing to report today. Have a good one all!

Regards, Roy

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Posted by Flintlock76 on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 3:31 PM

Ah, a fun afternoon fixing a leaky toilet.  Went pretty well, it only took two trips to the hardware store.  Usually when I've got a project it takes three!

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Posted by cheapclassics on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 5:16 PM

Good evening all,

Got license tags renewed.  Quiet day at work.  Weather warm and dry.  I do not have much else going on.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

Mike C. from Indiana

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Posted by dougdagrump on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 5:55 PM

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Posted by MartyE on Thursday, March 11, 2021 5:30 AM

Another warm day but becoming cooler with rain.  Green tea in the mug and a day off tomorrow.

 

Stay safe everyone!

Trying to update my avatar since 2020 Laugh

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Posted by fifedog on Thursday, March 11, 2021 6:33 AM

Mornin' boys.  Cloudy and 46 in the Potomac Highlands.  Temps in the 60's this week, so I placed the palm tree out front on a dolly, so I can wheel it into the garage on cold nights.  Bathroom remod coming along slowly, however the Nurture Green is definitely a Wifey pick. Woof. Ick!  And she poo-pooed my buffalo-head tp holder idea. Grumpy

However, the joint compound applications to the new layout scenery have turned out nice.

We're headed up to visit FifeMom today.  Need to sort out final arrangements...

Banks - I won't be there Sunday. Sigh

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Thursday, March 11, 2021 8:23 AM

60 and racing towards 77 guessed. Sunny [guessers saying rain most of next week, maybe not a lot].

No sleep. 4 AM and shoulder killing me. Lay in bed till 6. Took Tramadol and went back to sleep. 7:30 Lucy get up and jumps down. Goes to backdoor and barks continuously. Mom was out with the rest of the crew. Had to get up and let her out. Coffee is good. Shoulder is hurting. MyCharted Dr. Think something else going on. Probably from having to steer tractor without power steering. Had to fight steering wheel and hold one wheel brake to get it back under shelter. FLOWER BEDS!!

Implants at 3.

 

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Posted by Flintlock76 on Thursday, March 11, 2021 8:45 AM

ChiefEagles
If they start the pay for forum use, I WILL BE GONE.

Same here, but I haven't heard that's in the offing.  I'll cross that bridge when I come to it.

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Posted by Banks on Thursday, March 11, 2021 8:46 AM

fifedog

Mornin' boys.  Cloudy and 46 in the Potomac Highlands.  Temps in the 60's this week, so I placed the palm tree out front on a dolly, so I can wheel it into the garage on cold nights.  Bathroom remod coming along slowly, however the Nurture Green is definitely a Wifey pick. Woof. Ick!  And she poo-pooed my buffalo-head tp holder idea. Grumpy

However, the joint compound applications to the new layout scenery have turned out nice.

We're headed up to visit FifeMom today.  Need to sort out final arrangements...

Banks - I won't be there Sunday. Sigh

Fife.......Prayers for Fifemom. Bummer,  on the show. Any word on the show at the fairgrounds this year.

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Thursday, March 11, 2021 9:12 AM

Hey all!

A tiny bit of sun - extreme winds - 70's...

The Mrs has a followup eye surgery today so I will be the driver. The clinic is on the other side of town and the procedure is 1.5 hrs. No one other than patients allowed in the building. There is a Lowes and HD close by so I may engage in some 'window shopping'. Gotta book if I can find a nice place to sit (other than the car).

Regards, Roy

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Posted by Snip on Thursday, March 11, 2021 11:56 AM

After a couple of really windy days with nice weather, today is windy and colder!

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Posted by dbaker48 on Thursday, March 11, 2021 9:03 PM

Good Evening,

Its been awhile, no issues, just havent got around to posting.  Have spent quite a bit of time in the train room, serviced over 50 engines, greased, oiled, cleaned wheels, rollers, etc..  Took over a week or two.  Also decided to electrify some shelves that have passenger trains stored on them.  Looking pretty good, IMO.

Kay and I are doing well, got both of the Covid shots, (got the enhanced version with WIFI and Blue Tooth).  Even with a lot of the restrictions being relaxed, I think we will continue to use caution with out activities.

Actually, did go to a train "meet" in a parking lot a couple of weeks ago.  It was well organized and set up, plenty of space between vendors and everyone was masked.   It went pretty well and was fun.

Glad everyone is doing well, so take care all!  and be safe!  Prayers for those in need!

REALLY GLAD to hear Roy is doing so well, Thank Gosh all that is behind you!

Don

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Posted by cheapclassics on Thursday, March 11, 2021 9:09 PM

Good evening all,

It would be a shame if we had to pay to post.  I would drop out as well, unfortunately and I have been around here before dirt was new.  Enough to do at work to keep me busy but not overwhelming.  Awning is up over the service doors to the pole barn and lean to.  Not sure if they are done done, but what is done looks nice.  Wet weather today.  Did some errands after work.  Ribs are feeling better.  Just have to take it easy.  I hope everyone has a good day.

Keep on training,

Mike C. from Indiana

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Posted by KRM on Friday, March 12, 2021 8:02 AM

Sunny but normal temps are back over the next week so it will be on the cool side again.

 Good to see you Don! Glad all is well. We are in the vaccine desert here. Guess they want to do all the places where the density is? I agree better safe than sorry.

Kids are planning a surprise party for wifey tomorrow but I think she already knows. Smile, Wink & Grin

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Posted by fifedog on Friday, March 12, 2021 10:08 AM

Just got back from PT for the foot. Meds are working on the soreness. Will be headed up the mountain after dinner to tend to FifeMom. My sister is staying there until the end. Tough times.

Thanks for checking in, Shake-and-Bake. I was thinking of you.

Banks - Nothing scheduled for the Fairgrounds. I tried to get our chapter interested in doing an outside train "flea market", but that was met with tumble weeds.

There's a part of me that wants to seek out Howard Zane to learn how to organize my own train show in my region. I think it would work with the right venue. I don't know....Tongue Tied

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Posted by wrmcclellan on Friday, March 12, 2021 10:15 AM

Good morning!

As before - cloudy, overcast, but warm! Storms predicted for tomorrow night.

Mrs. eye procedure went smooth. Apparently after cataract lens replacement (done years ago) a film can grow on the backside of the lens, so they have to use a laser to blast it off.

Been taking it easy the last few days. Got the '09 Tahoe in for service and state inspection yesterday. Oil change, Takata air bag replacement, deep clean of exterior and interior, wax, and the door ding trim (frt passenger door) replaced. Tahoe is black. All new door ding trim is white - so they have to paint it. They will get that done and I will take it back in Mon or Tues for them to install it.

Fife - prayers for your mom Angel

 

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Posted by ChiefEagles on Friday, March 12, 2021 12:05 PM

80 degrees. I'm here. Been in meetings all morning. how to HD to get big round bails of pine straw. SIL's chicken dinner later.

Enjoy.

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Posted by Banks on Friday, March 12, 2021 12:12 PM

Howard Zane????? Don't recognize the name. A show in your area should do well. There used to be one in Bedford. It was usually the same weekend as fall York so dealers were few. It disappeared several years ago.

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