Thanks JOHN,
Don't know if I want to get that involved but it sure looks nice, especially the potholes.
laz57
Good morning from a snowy and warmer Chicago where it is 31 and feels like 25. Had to laugh at the weather.com forecast that honest-to-goodness asks us to watch for mosquitos mid-week... there isn't a live mosquito within 500 miles. Still snowing a bit - maybe 2 - 3 inches. Nothing like the media panic storm alert - what a joke - I detest constant screen scrolls telling me it is snowing out which I can see out the window. Some switches were frozen this morning on the UP's 'track 2' on their northwest lines. My scoot actually beat the expresses into Chicago.
Jim A., May Julia get better soon. Sounds like a bug.
Laz, I use roof shingles for my single lane country roads (lotsa color choices, nice texture, easy to cut into curves, etc.
Buckeye, I watched that Blackhawks hockey game on TV - a very rare occurance in Chicago. They just can't do hockey well on video...
Can't believe Spring training is starting soon. Go Sox!
Hey! Is that Laz's Bear ambling down the street outside my office?
Doug Murphy 'We few, we happy few, we band of brothers...' Henry V.
God bless TCA 05-58541 Benefactor Member of the NRA, Member of the American Legion, Retired Boss Hog of Roseyville , KC&D Qualified
ChiefEagles wrote:Gone to get hand carved on. Read last night, will take all day. Report back this evening. Have a good one.
We'll be praying for you too, Chief.
Thanks, John
Good luck, Chief. I've been so worried about Julia that I completely forgot about your hand surgery.
Jim
Modeling the Baltimore waterfront in HO scale
lionroar88 wrote: OH and the sellers left an awesome air hockey table! We also have 3 swimming pools we can use, a boat slip, dock/marina, tennis courts, basketball courts, hiking/biking trails, fitness center, and an 18 hole golf course! So I guess it is a good thing the train room is rather small... I'll have lots to do to get some much needed exercise!
OH and the sellers left an awesome air hockey table! We also have 3 swimming pools we can use, a boat slip, dock/marina, tennis courts, basketball courts, hiking/biking trails, fitness center, and an 18 hole golf course! So I guess it is a good thing the train room is rather small... I'll have lots to do to get some much needed exercise!
A good train room is much better than all that other stuff except maybe that boat slip. And if you think trains are expensive, green fees in the east are ridiculous.
Morning everyone. Just got off the phone where we discussed a big rail project. It seems the Project Manager has been a jerk to everyone on the project, not just me.
White Death is bearing down on Buckeyeland. From the media hype I expect thousands and thousands will succumb to the storm. We should be burying the dead for months. Chuck, make sure you board the windows of Blueberry Hill's mansion and have enough food in for six months. I have built my own nuclear power plant in the basement of my house to keep the Baltimore, Ohio and Wabash Railroad running during this disaster. Gotta keep those trains on time!
This Wednesday, February 14, 2007 is VALENTINE"S DAY.
Don't do something dumb, like forget that Wednesday is Valentine's Day. We would like for you to be healthy enough to post on the Coffee Pot for at least one more year. If you forget, all bets to your longevity are off.
What are you getting your Valentine?
Chief, have fun at the hand surgeon. Isn't this the babe who loves you because you own the biggest trainset in Roseyville, NC?
See ya down the tracks,
Celebrating 18 years on the CTT Forum.
Buckeye Riveter......... OTTS Charter Member, a Roseyville Raider and a member of the CTT Forum since 2004..
Jelloway Creek, OH - ELV 1,100 - Home of the Baltimore, Ohio & Wabash RR
TCA 09-64284
Buckeye Riveter wrote: lionroar88 wrote: OH and the sellers left an awesome air hockey table! We also have 3 swimming pools we can use, a boat slip, dock/marina, tennis courts, basketball courts, hiking/biking trails, fitness center, and an 18 hole golf course! So I guess it is a good thing the train room is rather small... I'll have lots to do to get some much needed exercise!A good train room is much better than all that other stuff except maybe that boat slip. And if you think trains are expensive, green fees in the east are ridiculous. Morning everyone. Just got off the phone where we discussed a big rail project. It seems the Project Manager has been a jerk to everyone on the project, not just me. White Death is bearing down on Buckeyeland. From the media hype I expect thousands and thousands will succumb to the storm. We should be burying the dead for months. Chuck, make sure you board the windows of Blueberry Hill's mansion and have enough food in for six months. I have built my own nuclear power plant in the basement of my house to keep the Baltimore, Ohio and Wabash Railroad running during this disaster. Gotta keep those trains on time!OFFICIAL CTT COFFEE POT WARNING This Wednesday, February 14, 2007 is VALENTINE"S DAY. Don't do something dumb, like forget that Wednesday is Valentine's Day. We would like for you to be healthy enough to post on the Coffee Pot for at least one more year. If you forget, all bets to your longevity are off. What are you getting your Valentine?See ya down the tracks,
Me with a HEART ON!
I've already got Valentine's Day covered. I bought a bunch of V-Day cards and slipped a couple of gift cards into them. They will be deposited around the house so my wife will find them easily. Flowers are a given and if the weather is good, we will go out for Chinese food (her favorite).
And not for nothing, but the weather is supposed to be lousy here Wednesday. A Nor'easter is coming up the coast and threatens to drop a foot of white death on us. Hmmmm, that might not be a bad thing . . .
Morning all!
We're expecting the big snow dump too! Maybe we'll luck out again and it'll bypass us. The problem with that type of thinking is the folks who already have too much snow will get more of the unwanted white stuff. Let's hope it's just another all too common weather report scare.
Laz,
Maybe try sandpaper. Pick the grade you think suits then glue with rubber cement so it won't wrinkle or buckle. The different colors and grits offered gives you a wide variety to choose from and the low quality grades are inexpensive enough. BTW, it makes great stuff for scratchbuilding rooftops on buildings. 2" strips for flat rooftops or cut into thin strips and notched with an Exacto makes very realistic looking shingles. Paint, chalk, weather to your liking.
Hooked up 2 Lionel Banjo crossing signals this weekend. These devices are the only action accessories on my layout. Next comes laying a road crossing using my own advice on sandpaper.
Take care all.
Bruce Webster
Valentines day? Must be some kind of US holiday we don't have here in Canada. At least that's what I tell the wife!
Almost 25 years of living dangerously
Valentines Day Buckeye--you bet.
Hallmarks sent to the three Grand Daughters first[with a little cash enclosed]. Small piece of Swarvoski Crystal for my wife [about 6-7 boxcars worth]. Teddy Bear with heart-shaped pendant on a ribbon and heart-shaped nose. She collects crystal so I never make the mistake of forgetting B-days, anniversaries,etc. But main reason is that she is on the mailing list and receives a regular catalog from Charles Ro.
Best wishes to the Chief. Hand serves as a tough tool when you bang it up, but when Surgeon cuts on it---so very tender!
brwebster wrote: Morning all! We're expecting the big snow dump too! Maybe we'll luck out again and it'll bypass us. The problem with that type of thinking is the folks who already have too much snow will get more of the unwanted white stuff. Let's hope it's just another all too common weather report scare.Laz,Maybe try sandpaper. Pick the grade you think suits then glue with rubber cement so it won't wrinkle or buckle. The different colors and grits offered gives you a wide variety to choose from and the low quality grades are inexpensive enough. BTW, it makes great stuff for scratchbuilding rooftops on buildings. 2" strips for flat rooftops or cut into thin strips and notched with an Exacto makes very realistic looking shingles. Paint, chalk, weather to your liking.Hooked up 2 Lionel Banjo crossing signals this weekend. These devices are the only action accessories on my layout. Next comes laying a road crossing using my own advice on sandpaper.Take care all.Bruce Webster
BRUCE, thanks for the reminder of sand paper for streets. I did use it for roof tops, worked great. Again thanks, being a wood shop teacher I sure have enough of it.
laz 57 wrote: brwebster wrote: Morning all! We're expecting the big snow dump too! Maybe we'll luck out again and it'll bypass us. The problem with that type of thinking is the folks who already have too much snow will get more of the unwanted white stuff. Let's hope it's just another all too common weather report scare.Laz,Maybe try sandpaper. Pick the grade you think suits then glue with rubber cement so it won't wrinkle or buckle. The different colors and grits offered gives you a wide variety to choose from and the low quality grades are inexpensive enough. BTW, it makes great stuff for scratchbuilding rooftops on buildings. 2" strips for flat rooftops or cut into thin strips and notched with an Exacto makes very realistic looking shingles. Paint, chalk, weather to your liking.Hooked up 2 Lionel Banjo crossing signals this weekend. These devices are the only action accessories on my layout. Next comes laying a road crossing using my own advice on sandpaper.Take care all.Bruce Webster BRUCE, thanks for the reminder of sand paper for streets. I did use it for roof tops, worked great. Again thanks, being a wood shop teacher I sure have enough of it.laz57
I'd try some Crokus Cloth !! Maybe !! Don't forget the potholes !!
Buckeye Riveter wrote: lionroar88 wrote: OH and the sellers left an awesome air hockey table! We also have 3 swimming pools we can use, a boat slip, dock/marina, tennis courts, basketball courts, hiking/biking trails, fitness center, and an 18 hole golf course! So I guess it is a good thing the train room is rather small... I'll have lots to do to get some much needed exercise!A good train room is much better than all that other stuff except maybe that boat slip. And if you think trains are expensive, green fees in the east are ridiculous.
Buckeye Riveter wrote:OFFICIAL CTT COFFEE POT WARNING This Wednesday, February 14, 2007 is VALENTINE"S DAY. Don't do something dumb, like forget that Wednesday is Valentine's Day. We would like for you to be healthy enough to post on the Coffee Pot for at least one more year. If you forget, all bets to your longevity are off. What are you getting your Valentine?
OFFICIAL CTT COFFEE POT WARNING
Ordered two dozen roses about two weeks ago (I like to get her lots of roses and not spend half my paycheck, so I order them early and have them delivered on V-Day).Have to stop at the Hallmark store and pickup some cards and maybe that talking cat thing they advertise on TV.Since I get home 1.5 hours before she does, I will stop at the butcher and pick up some Filet Mignon for dinner... traditionally V-Day dinner menu:Appetizer:Italian Sausage stuffed mushroom capsSalad:Romaine Lettuce, shredded carrots, purple onion, walnuts tossed with a light balsamic vinegaretteMain Course:Filet Mignon, wrapped with smoked bacon, rubbed with secret steak seasoning and grilled to Medium Rare for me, Medium for wifeGarlic Cheddar mashed potatoesSteamed Brocolli with ThymeDessert:Warm blueberry pie with Vanilla Ice CreamIf she is feeling up to it we usually crack open a bottle of Chateauneuf Du Pape.
Brent, you're making us look bad. You're shooting the curve for all of us.
And I could have had a LOT of fun with your post, but I held back. It's killing me, too!
jaabat wrote: Brent, you're making us look bad. You're shooting the curve for all of us.And I could have had a LOT of fun with your post, but I held back. It's killing me, too!Jim
88 - thanks, but I'm actually starting to feel better now, soooo, indeed, I will be out in the muckity-muck the next 2 days. If I see fireworks coming from the northwest on Wednesday, I'll know all your preparations worked.
CHIEF - good luck with the hand. Is it the typing one, or the wiping one...?
Good morning/afternoon all!
Raining (we still need it so keep it coming) and cool today (40's), predicting some flurries for Wed.
White Death in Ohizo can mean only one thing - a huge GRITS storm. Buckeye - that nuclear power plant will be useful to make sure they are fully cooked!
Best wishes for those that are ill or being "carved" on to get better soon!
Have a great day all!
Regards, Roy
Jim, prayers go out for your daughter. Tough to watch them when they are sick. Chief, already lifted you up big guy. Hang in there (with your good hand of course).
My big plans for a meeting in Ohio have been scrubbed....my meeting will actually be in Macon, GA, just two hours away. Bad thing is that no good train stores nearby. Although, they do have the Rock and roll Hall of Fame.
As to Valentines, already got the bride her favorite chocolates. I do plan on picking up flowers on the way home, I am on call so we have to see. As to cooking, I learned while at the firehouse, so we will have a nice big meal. No alcohol, again, I am on call.
Anyway, take care,
dennis
TCA#09-63805
Hi again !!
Just thought I'd see how you guys like the cab I won on E-bay a while ago for $ 24.84 & that includes shipping !! Got it for when my new Atlas steamer arrives !! Funny thing, I almost forgot I was going to bid on it as I got to looking at other stuff & just happened to check on it & it said it had 1 minute tom go & no other bids ! Ha !! I dashed over there & got it. At least I didn't snipe anyone, I just forgot & happened to check. !!
Oh, Dennis : I thought the Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame was in Cleveland, Oh. Do you guys have one too ? !! That's ok, maybe every state should have one !!
OOPS I read that wrong Dennis !! Dumb me, I read it too fast & replied too fast!!
Hi all
I hope and pray are are well, and special intentions for all who need them.
Jim - Too bad about your daughter being sick, we had the grandkids up yesterday, and the boy ended up with a 102 fever. All the kids helped grandma make cutout cookies (in train shapes of course!) so I hope he didn't share anything.
Chief - I hope the hand recovery does not delay the layout progress too much for you. The progress is fantastic. I guess when you take the time to plan on the front end it makes the work go smoother!
Laz - I used 1/4 black foamboard for my roads. I beveled the edge and with a litte white glue and sand made the berm. Here is a pic
After down took white chalk and colored it with the side of the chalk then lightly cleaned it off making it look like a dirty chalkboard. I varyed the shading for the "wear" on the road. Because the kids play with cars on the road around the layout I need something that would be tough. I just go back and "freshen up" the wear after greasy fingers are gone.
Afternoon all,
Valentine thing all taken care of except the card, forgot to get it when I was out today. Hope they still have some left tomorrow.
Went to the fitness center this morning, that took care of all my ambition for today. Going out to dinner this evening as will have three grandkids Wednesday evening. I generally make dinner every Thursday evening, this week it will be cornish hens.
Chief, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim, Also with Julia.
I also get a kick out of the doom and gloom weather forecasters. They act like none of us have ever experienced snow & that the world will come to an end if you can't jump in your car and drive down the street at 70 mph.
John, Not all of the guys buying diecast cars are train guys, some just collect the cars. Some times I strike up a conversation with the other lookers.
Brent, I don't envy you the house hunting. Only ever bought one house 40+ years ago, and still live in it. We moved around so much when I was a kid that I vowed I wasn't going to do the same.
All take care and WATCH OUT FOR THE BIG STORM!
It's just a conspiracy by the grocery stores, bakeries and dairy companies to make you buy MILK AND BREAD and whatever else you see while you're at the store.
Lisa
I saw the first flake just arrive in Buckeyeland. We are certainly doomed.
Lisa, in Ohio you need to count the breweries in on the conspiracy, too.
It has started to snow, lightly here on Blueberryhill.
The Mansion is secured. All the cars are in the garage.
We have stockpiled about 6 months worth of food and beverages.
We are ready for 1 to 3 inches of snow ???
Blueberryhill RR wrote: It has started to snow, lightly here on Blueberryhill.The Mansion is secured. All the cars are in the garage. We have stockpiled about 6 months worth of food and beverages.We are ready for 1 to 3 inches of snow ???
Chuck, the current estimate is up to 11" for us and more for Northern OHIO.
Good afternoon everyone,
I will have off this Friday, and Monday. I will be hanging out with friends this whole weekend.
I got some bad news a few minutes ago. My grandpop has prostate cancer. My whole day was fine, but now I feel sick. I hope you guys can put him in your prayers, please. Thank you so much, you guys are the best.
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