twhite wrote: Garry--you're right. That was uncalled for, and I apologize to everyone for my un-needed comments. Actually, when I was in the Air Force Band in Texas, we were called upon to greet JFK when he made a visit to a nearby city ( this was pre-Dallas by about a year) and it was one of the biggest thrills of my life. Hard to crash cymbals when you've got tears in your eyes, LOL! I was REALLY proud of the Country in which I lived that day, believe me!Have to take Lowell to the vet this morning, he's taken another turn for the worse, so we'll have to see what can be done about his kidneys. I want to keep him for as long as I can, but I also don't want him to suffer, so I'm in a kind of quandry. Luckily, I've got a great Vet, and he's also honest as all get-out, so it looks as if it might have to become Decision Time. Not looking forward to it, Lowell's been a really GREAT companion for the past 13 years. Mr. Mellow. Guess I'll sign off, have to get ready. Again, apologies for my un-needed political comment. Tom
Garry--you're right. That was uncalled for, and I apologize to everyone for my un-needed comments. Actually, when I was in the Air Force Band in Texas, we were called upon to greet JFK when he made a visit to a nearby city ( this was pre-Dallas by about a year) and it was one of the biggest thrills of my life. Hard to crash cymbals when you've got tears in your eyes, LOL! I was REALLY proud of the Country in which I lived that day, believe me!
Have to take Lowell to the vet this morning, he's taken another turn for the worse, so we'll have to see what can be done about his kidneys. I want to keep him for as long as I can, but I also don't want him to suffer, so I'm in a kind of quandry. Luckily, I've got a great Vet, and he's also honest as all get-out, so it looks as if it might have to become Decision Time. Not looking forward to it, Lowell's been a really GREAT companion for the past 13 years. Mr. Mellow.
Guess I'll sign off, have to get ready.
Again, apologies for my un-needed political comment.
Tom
My appologies, too. I should not have reacted. I should have said nothing. I just think the media these days have made good things into bad things. As I said, I have a childhood memory of Ike in a motorcade that I will always cherish. Kids today see the adults acting disrespectfully as egged on by the media. Kids of today can't have such memories. Sorry again.
GARRY
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Strongin a SOUTHERN PACIFIC mug, please & thanks.
Stripped two barn stalls down, spread that load over one of the areas wife has been sewing seed, and gave myself a blister in the process. Packed the stalls with fresh shavings and am now caught up with the farm stuff.
Missed a FedEx delivery today. Was the brunt of our check for the rebuild. Gate will be open all day tomorrow. Also met with one of our insurance agents today to insure the studio. Perhaps by this time next week there will be construction going on here. Fingers crossed.
Not much else to report on. Hope everyone is having a good day. Rob
Yeah Jeff, but isn;t yours built like a tank? LOL.
David: Expect a lot of jokes revolving around "Let me know wehen you have your licence so I can get off the road". it;ll get old RDQ
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grayfox1119 wrote: I want that cold soup that they serve down south, don't know the name, I think it is some kind of carrot soup, served cold, spicy, and REAL tasty. Great on hot days.
I want that cold soup that they serve down south, don't know the name, I think it is some kind of carrot soup, served cold, spicy, and REAL tasty. Great on hot days.
Try out this recipe for a cold carrot soup:
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/saras-secrets/cold-curried-carrot-and-coconut-milk-soup-recipe/index.html
Mark
grayfox1119 wrote: RYAN: SOUP??? When it is 110 in the shade??? I want that cold soup that they serve down south, don't know the name, I think it is some kind of carrot soup, served cold, spicy, and REAL tasty. Great on hot days.
RYAN: SOUP??? When it is 110 in the shade??? I want that cold soup that they serve down south, don't know the name, I think it is some kind of carrot soup, served cold, spicy, and REAL tasty. Great on hot days.
Hey Dick! You mean Gazpacho? I think Ed has a really good one that Fran makes! Hint.....hint....
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3H weather continues here in the Northeast, but no TS's, the air is too stable, but that will change by Saturday. Hot as it is, I still have outside work that has to be done, the garden can't be let go or the weeds will be as high as a Giraffe's a**.
Haven't heard from our Nova Scotia friends, Luc, John and Fergie, we miss you guys where are you?? And that goes for Sue also out in Olympia, OR.
JOHNBOY: I agree, Jill is "hot".... oHHHHHHHH, the train movie was good too!!!
GARRY: I would LOVE to get my paws on a brass Pacific, B&A type. Also a Brass B&A 4-6-6T or 2-6-6T. But where can I find one??? I think the wife would buy it for me "if" we ever found one.
OK, back outside, see you guys at supper,
JPowell wrote: Did I hear Ryan say the soup is on? Hey Ryan - Did you make up a batch of Chicken Sausage Gumbo for us today? Man could I go for some fo that compared to the crap I'm eating here!
Did I hear Ryan say the soup is on?
Hey Ryan - Did you make up a batch of Chicken Sausage Gumbo for us today? Man could I go for some fo that compared to the crap I'm eating here!
No...no....Turtle Soup is today! Sorry, Gumbo on Friday....okay!
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Today I did something that I never did before. I drove a car, legally! I got my learners permit yesterday and I cannot wait until June when I can get my license.
Oh feduddle! It seems lunch is on me.
David Parks I am the terror that flaps in the night!
I'll have a ham sandwich and a Coke.
We got more shots of the old baggage car today including some of the inside. They can be seen at: KCS baggage car
Tom View my layout photos! http://s299.photobucket.com/albums/mm310/TWhite-014/Rio%20Grande%20Yuba%20River%20Sub One can NEVER have too many Articulateds!
Anyways, hi gang! Hope all is well for everyone.
Flash, my thoughts and to you and your family during this rough time.
Well gang, not much to talk about right now. Only have another 13 work days left here before I can pack and start heading home!
Take care!
//signed// John Powell President / CEO CNY Transportation Corp (fictional)
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Hunter - When we met in January of 2000, you were just a 6 week old pup who walked his way into this heart of mine as the only runt in the litter who would come over to me. And today, I sit here and tell you I am sorry we had to put you down. It was the best thing for you and also the right thing to do. May you now rest in peace and comfort. Love, Dad. 8 June 2010
I love you and miss you Mom. Say hi to everyone up there for me. Rest in peace and comfort. Love, John. 29 March 2017
Afternoon folks!
How about some Turtle Soup for lunch today! Thanks Chloe!
Check back later when the lunch crowd comes in.....Soups on.......
Morning, Zoe, just a cup of coffee to go. Got a meeting in a little bit at w**k. Thanks!
I'll get back later and catch up on the new posts.
Jim in Cape Girardeau
Good Morning from Tipton IN !
Bill Tidler Jr.
Near a cornfield in Indiana...
Tom says ...... "The Prez and the Guv are supposed to tour the fire areas by helicopter in the next few days. Imagine, the Prez out here in California. By HELICOPTER!! Whazzamatta, doesn't he want to get his cowboy boots all full of ash? Can't wait to hear his speech, I wonder if it's going to be the same one he gave after New Orleans: "BUH-DUH, BUH-DUH, BUH-DUH--" Sorry about that"
Now now Tom.........We're in the diner to get away from all that invalid negative stuff we hear in the negative media. It's highly unfortunate that our leaders no longer get the respect they deserve. No wonder the young people don't respect older people (teachers included) as they once did. We should be proud that our government is doing its best to solve tough problems in a tough world. I recall seeing Ike in a motorcade. Everybody cheered. Enough of that...
I'll have a root beer float. Thanks.
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twhite wrote: Evening all--Got a little hotter out here in SunnyCal than I thought it was going to, today. 96 when they were predicting 89. And at my age, those little bitty temperature changes can sure affect the way you want to move around in the garage, LOL! Built the mine-trestle--and no, it's not scratch, I adapted an N-scale trestle kit. Well, actually, it IS kind of 'scratch' because I had to do a lot of re-vamping on it--, got it installed, now I have to 'scenic' it with some Sculptamold and aggregate to make it look like a 'dumping site' and also put in a retaining wall so it doesn't slump over onto a curve on the mainline. 'Tis fun. Got the lookout tower installed--pictures this weekend on WPF, and darned if I can't find the 'flagpole' in my parts box (and I KNOW it's there, 48 proper period stars and all). Also have to scratch together a 'weather box' for it. Then build the trail DOWN the Buttes to Bassett's station. Hey, keeps me off of the streets, LOL!Jeff: I love those classic KCS colors--are they planning on reviving them? Boy, they OUGHT to! Very distinctive. Is that RPO your next project? It would look very cool, I think. Flash: I am SO sorry to hear of your current situation--my prayers that things will eventually work out for you. Would consulting Legal Aid in your area help? Sometimes they can really work for you. Prayers for you, buddy. Johnboy: Been years since I've seen SILVER STREAK, but I remember having a lot of fun with that movie. Especially watching that F plow thorugh the gift shop at the end. Doesn't someone look at the loco and say "Swear to God, it's smiling" at the end? I seem to remember that gash across the nose of the diesel. Have to watch it again. The Prez and the Guv are supposed to tour the fire areas by helicopter in the next few days. Imagine, the Prez out here in California. By HELICOPTER!! Whazzamatta, doesn't he want to get his cowboy boots all full of ash? Can't wait to hear his speech, I wonder if it's going to be the same one he gave after New Orleans: "BUH-DUH, BUH-DUH, BUH-DUH--" Sorry about that. Best to all, prayers to those in need. Tom
Evening all--
Got a little hotter out here in SunnyCal than I thought it was going to, today. 96 when they were predicting 89. And at my age, those little bitty temperature changes can sure affect the way you want to move around in the garage, LOL! Built the mine-trestle--and no, it's not scratch, I adapted an N-scale trestle kit. Well, actually, it IS kind of 'scratch' because I had to do a lot of re-vamping on it--, got it installed, now I have to 'scenic' it with some Sculptamold and aggregate to make it look like a 'dumping site' and also put in a retaining wall so it doesn't slump over onto a curve on the mainline. 'Tis fun. Got the lookout tower installed--pictures this weekend on WPF, and darned if I can't find the 'flagpole' in my parts box (and I KNOW it's there, 48 proper period stars and all). Also have to scratch together a 'weather box' for it. Then build the trail DOWN the Buttes to Bassett's station.
Hey, keeps me off of the streets, LOL!
Jeff: I love those classic KCS colors--are they planning on reviving them? Boy, they OUGHT to! Very distinctive. Is that RPO your next project? It would look very cool, I think.
Flash: I am SO sorry to hear of your current situation--my prayers that things will eventually work out for you. Would consulting Legal Aid in your area help? Sometimes they can really work for you. Prayers for you, buddy.
Johnboy: Been years since I've seen SILVER STREAK, but I remember having a lot of fun with that movie. Especially watching that F plow thorugh the gift shop at the end. Doesn't someone look at the loco and say "Swear to God, it's smiling" at the end? I seem to remember that gash across the nose of the diesel. Have to watch it again.
The Prez and the Guv are supposed to tour the fire areas by helicopter in the next few days. Imagine, the Prez out here in California. By HELICOPTER!! Whazzamatta, doesn't he want to get his cowboy boots all full of ash? Can't wait to hear his speech, I wonder if it's going to be the same one he gave after New Orleans: "BUH-DUH, BUH-DUH, BUH-DUH--"
Sorry about that.
Best to all, prayers to those in need.
Thanks. On the KCS, they already have. Theat RPO is I suspect part of the Buisness Train in the Trains mag a few months back. there's a baggage and maybe that RPo that are now an open stage for local bands to play in for the passengers, and for dances, among other things. Unless I misunderstand ya.
Howdy ....
I received an email from Duke..... He can't get in to the forum due to maintenance he says....... I thought people would be blocked from logging in for just the weekend. That might explain some of the absent diners.
Duke expressed deep concern about Flashwave and his Dad.
Duke also mentioned he is looking forward to his trip and seeing Attaboy.
I looked at the baggage car pictures Jeff referenced. It's a great idea for a scenic prop. An old, beat up Rivarossi baggae car might be a good starting point.
Johnboy has a neat kitbashing idea for a CN snow blower car. Modelers of the Florida East Coast need not try one. Also, it's good to hear he likes the Chapel Car Book. I decided to get the book also thanks to the information from Johnboy about it.
Dick .......congrats on the new boxcars....... Now you can drop hints for a new brass loco like Fergie's.
Rob ... a caboose on your property would be a nice idea. ..... I think I heard they are reasonably priced. However, transportaion costs are high. Also, you would have to have a suitable location. A short piece of real track is more expensive than what we have on our layouts.
Good evening, hot day today, and I slept late....I watched the Allstar game until the end, and then I couldn't get to sleep until 4am. But so what, when retired, it doesn't matter at all does it guys!!
My wife surprised me today with two box cars, Conway Scenic Railroad 40 foot superior door, Athearn. One came in a standard RTR Athearn Blue and Yellow box, the other came in a gray and Black box that said " Athearn Collectibles". I have never seen this type of box from Athearn. Have you guys seen this at all? I suspect it is a special run for Groups and Corporations.
CAPE JIM: I have some info for you. Guess where the fuel pump is located in all cars now? Yup, the fuel tank!! And, guess what it needed to cool the fuel pump? Yup, right again, gasoline....IN THE TANK. My son found out the hard and costly way by running his tank once too mnay times on low fuel waiting for the warning light and buzzer to sound. It cost big bucks to replace because they needed to drop the fuel tank. Not a good idea to run on low fuel too often unless money is no object. I don't want to see you waste good MRR $$ on fuel pumps.
FERGIE: Wherefor art thou???
ED: Have you recouped yet from last night?????
Later,
in a SOUTHERN PACIFIC mug, please & thanks.
***Jeff, now that I see the close-ups of that baggage car, man is it in bad shape. If I won a huge Lottery, I would love to fine an old caboose (or that RPO car would do nicely) and have it incorporated as part of my studio, just for building a train layout in. Better yet, the car could be situated in the middle of a giant metal barn, from which one could run trains of a mega-layout surrounding it.
***Johnboy, that would sure make one unique kitbash project. Might be a real hit at train shows or for a mag. article.
Very long day running errands with the wife. Got Tinytoon's shoe back on this evening. Need to get the farrier out soon though. Busy day tomorrow. Take care, all.
Rob
Afternoon Gang:
Flash I'm really sorry to hear about your new problems. I hope that your dad gets better soon and can help get things straightened out.
Jeff I kind of figured that you would be looking for a smooth side to use for that model. I can't wait to see what you come up with but I guess I'll have to.
Rob take care of that ankle. Don't over do it and make it worse.
The eye is getting better slowly. Tomorrow I go in to the doctor and see what he thinks.
Terry feed yourself. Try a little many times durning the day that may be easer.
Well I'm going to head out.
Afternoon, Zoe, time for my usual RBF, please 'n' thankyou, ma'am!
Johnboy, I'd guess they could clear the ice off a windshield of an F-7 with that thing, too! That is something different, for sure. Good luck with the CFO's errands - do you get to swing by the LHS on this run? Hey, isn't that Paasche a fancy double-action airbrush? Should make for some good painting sessions.
Jerry, on those window blocks, did you mean the ones that come with that kit, or did you find someone who makes a model version of those glass blocks that were used on some Art Deco buildings? Like these:
http://www.all-westglass.com/images/92.jpg
I wouldn't mind finding someone who made some HO scale ones like that. On your interiors, are you gluing those behind the glass, or lining the walls with them?
Jeff, that RPO looks sharp in that color scheme. So will you be modeling the 'before', or the 'after' version on the baggage car?
I'll be in the window booth for now. Maybe Ed or John will drop by.
Blessings and prayers,
I enlisted some help and got more shots of the old baggage car, after getting permission from KCS of course. You can see all the photos here: KCS Baggage Car
Cox 47 wrote:Jeff...That baggage Car is a find..We can only wonder about what it looked like back in the day..It would make a neet modeling project the way it sets on a abandoned siding in yards somewhere..
Jeff...That baggage Car is a find..We can only wonder about what it looked like back in the day..It would make a neet modeling project the way it sets on a abandoned siding in yards somewhere..
Afternoon all...its sunny and hot here this afternoon...I'll have a ham sandwitch,sliced matters and a diet Coke Please...thank You...I got some window blocks in Walthers Merchant row building this morning..I Googled store interiors and got some fairly good ones and am working on some signs now..
Flashwave...You and your Dad are in my prayers and thoughts...
Paul....Glad to hear your doing well..You'll be back to full trottle before you know it...
Anybody heard anything from Der John or Ed?...You all have a good evening...Jerry
Good Afternoon All,
My back was really bothering me last evening, nothing too serious, just a pulled muscle from doing some handyman stuff around my Son's house here in Spokane. So I sat around and watched "Silver Streak" with Gene Wilder and Richard Prior. And did I mention Jill Clayburgh
It is amazing how they dolled up an old CP F7 set, took most of the outside filming in Canada and tryed to make you believe that the train was enroute from LA to Chicago. But non the less it is a good watch for those of us who are train buffs. Lots of laughs, good train shots night and day, and a great ending with it being a runaway and crashing into Chicago Union Terminal or I should say through it.....................
Among the heavy weapons in the CPR winter arsenal is this giant nozzle attached to a converted airliner engine, used to produce a jet blast of warming air to stubbornly frozen track and switch components.
There is a kitbash project, What do you think????
Well my wife is ready for an outing around town, so must go and earn some brownie points, helps when it comes to MMR purchases. No, she never really bugs me about that, I'm pretty lucky there.
Prayers and blessings to all in need. Flash, you and your family are especially in our thoughts.
By the way, my new airbrush arrived yesterday, a Passche, model H. I can hardly wait to get home and start practising with it. I'm sure it will take lots of practise before I want to do something for keeps. I have several old cars that I don't run that I will practise on then I have six gondolas, a couple of hoppers and a couple of cattle cars that are undecorated and I plan on doing them up in a Last Mountain & Eastern scheme (which hasn't been finalized.) Spray Can Remembrandt Jeff, I'm coming after you...............
Also I am most impressed with the detailed history on the Chapel Cars in the book that I received two days ago. "This Train Is Bound For Glory". It is a large hard copy edition and with shipping I only paid $8.50 for it. That my friends is a steal..............Those of you that have some interest in these cars and that part of railroad history, you must get it, you will not be sorry, it will take a long time to read it but from what I have read it is going to be a very interesting read.
Johnboy out for now......................
The "Wobbly" is still parked.
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We have met the enemy, and he is us............ (Pogo)
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