Good Morning
Sunny out but kinda coolish here...supposed to only get to 50F.
Been kind of busy here the last few days. We had relatives over from wife's side and mine...at the same time. And they got along really well. And the springing little Spring hid the entire time, lol.
JaBear: My band plays something akin to heavy space rock.
Any argument carried far enough will end up in Semantics--Hartz's law of rhetoric Emerald. Leemer and Southern The route of the Sceptre Express Barry
I just started my blog site...more stuff to come...
http://modeltrainswithmusic.blogspot.ca/
Good morning to all of you for whom it's still morning, and g'day or g'night for the rest.
OK, I've been on this new old man pill (for type 2 diabetes) for a week now, and I'm feeling fine. A little less energy, but I was warned about that, and I suppose that means it's working. When I need it, I've got it, though. Another great game of hockey last night, and I can tell my bicycling is helping with my legs.
Hoping to get some work done on the layout over the weekend, but I also need to grill some meat.
It takes an iron man to play with a toy iron horse.
Italian roast coffee in a SUNNY SOUTHERN mug, please.
Caught a train through Fairmount, Ga. the other day. Now to see if I can post the vid...
Healing thoughts for those in need. Cheers! Rob
Healing thoughts for those in need.
Cheers! Rob
Good morning.
Bear ... Thnaks for the video. That is an impressive bridge.
Rob... Thanks for your video. Looks like CSX's Tropicana train from Florida.
GARRY
HEARTLAND DIVISION, CB&Q RR
EVERYWHERE LOST; WE HUSTLE OUR CABOOSE FOR YOU
UP831 - This area was known as the "breadbasket" of the south. Sheridan was instructed to destroy it to such a degree that a crow would have to carry its provision with to fly across it. And that is what he did. The scars and resentment still remain. It was one of the first places where total war was waged not just on the soldiers but on the civilians too. Women and children were left destitute, robbed at gun point, burned out of their homes...The resentment factor is almost gone now but thirty years ago it was still rampant. It was so bad right after the war that their was this famous special forces soldier known as the "Grey ghost", Colonel Mosby, that after the war he becames friends with Grant and the locals turned their back on Mosby and considered him a traiter. He didnt desrve the treatment but that is how intense the anger was then. One can still see "Rebel" flags flying around here. Thats prety amazing that their are civil war renactors outside of this area. Why would they want to renact an event from a foreign land ? I cannot see myself in a kilt renacting battles between Scotland and England - Though it might be fun a time or to ( and a bit breezy )
Blownout - What is heavy space rock ?
JaBear - Defender of the faith ? Wow that is nice. There are some here that would have you tarred and feathered for that ! What were the New Zealand wars ? Isnt it strange there is a guy here who buys WWII equipment restores them and then displays it in his own musuem. He has a Sherman and I think is in the market for a Panzer.
Herrinchoker - What is decoration day ?
Dave - 100 years ago ? Why her birthday and not one of the other many Kings and Queens ?
Garry - How are you ?
Has anyone herd from Galaxy or Ulrich ?
Welp hope to complete the move this weekend and then it will be months of unpacking!!!
Prayers for those in need and wish everyone a happy holiday weekend ( for the states folks )
TTYL
YGW
Decoration Day is not unlike Armistice Day, both honor sacrifice----before they were transformed into paid hollidays.
herrinchoker
Chloe a beer thank you. Sorry I have not been around recently but my wife and I have been packing up for the move to the new house (the one with my layout shed). I never realised just how much c**p one acquires over a lifetime all of which is catalogued and kept or discarded. All hers is "required" and mine " is it really necessary" but we are holding our own on this front. Ja Bear how discerning ref bagpipes yes I am a lowland Scot the only reason I am fed up with the a for mentioned "agony bags" is we are subjected to them incessently in Glasgow. Enjoying your videos am working on downloading some British videos but need a little help! best wishes and prayers to those in need. And as a famous comedian in Britain used to finish his act "Who ever your God is may he go with you".
This post is coming to you from 34,000 feet above the surface of the earth. We are returning from our three decades of history vacation back east. As I mentioned, we visited Gettysburg on Tuesday (1800's). We visited Philadelphia and Valley Forge on Wednesday (1700's), and Ellis Island on Thursday (1900's). Of the four sites, I was a little underwhelmed by downtown Philadelphia and Gettysburg was my hands-down favorite. Now it is back to the grind of normal life. I am glad Monday is a holiday so I have an extra day to recover from the vacation. Shifting three time zones wreaks havoc on my system.
Richard
Physically tired tonight after two days of work cleaning out the garage with some help from my granddaughter. At 72 I am not used to physical work. Haven't had much time for working on layout this week but did stain up a batch of ties for a lead and no 4 wye.
Getting my hockey fix tonight. Semifinals have been awesome.
Best wishes to all for Memorial Day weekend, especially all veterans.
Jim
yougottawantaDave - 100 years ago ? Why her birthday and not one of the other many Kings and Queens ?
Victoria was Monarch when Canada became an independent country, rather than a British colony. Plus she was the longest reigning Monarch until the present Queen Elizabeth II passed her recently.
When most people were farmers, pre 1900, in southern Ontario this also gave school kids a day off during planting season, probably not the best holiday of the year.
Dave
Evening Dinners
Flo, Beer Please
Work, odd day. I was busy for the first 2 hours, then not a sole after 1:50 PM?
Dave maybe at work Saturday. Called the GM and told him he should be getting out of the hospital today and he is, he will be in Saturday. Paul told him "don't kill your self and come back to soon". I know Paul does not want him back period! He has tried and tried to get Dave canned. I hope Dave does not show up ever again my self.
YGW I do hope for the best for Dave, just not around me! Even when I first started he was a slob. I cannot tell you how many times I had to pick up coffee cups that still have coffee in them with mold floating on top all ove the show room! Trash ever where, left laying where he dropped it for days and sometimes weeks.
Richard You didn't go to Boston? That is a must see where Phily has never really been on my list. USS Constitution was a must see for me and I glad I did! I was very moved when I visted Pearl Harbor, just standing there looking into the harbor thinking about Dec 7.
Most moving moment for by self was when I was stationed at Ft Bragg N.C. I was a Military Police officer and was working 4 days on and 3 day off shifts. On one of my 3 days off I grapped my sleeping bag, tent and hit the road on my 750 Honda. Three days off, no where to go and 3 days to get there! If I saw a back road, I took it. Found a old over grown dirt road and went to see what was there. Came across a Confederate Grave Yard. It was long for gotton and most of the tomb stones had fallen over. I camped with them that night and spent all of the next day sitting the tomb stone up right. Stared visting the grave with a couple of guys from my unit and cleaned the grave yard up as best we could.
Funny, I am a northern boy and so where the guys that helped. But, there where Americans Soliders and they deservered the respect!
Cuda Ken
I hate Rust
Hey there,
We are where we are supposed to be now. I see I wasn't missed so much.
We are in a quaint typical New England town. nothing over 2 or 3 stories tall, mostly chake siding or vinyl.
Tomorrow we will be riding the train/river cruise here:
http://essexsteamtrain.com/
Sunday we go to Newport, RI to hte mansions to see how the wealthy half lived a century {+} ago.
What other trouble we will get into, remains to be seen!
I am hoping for a little romance.
Well, It's late. traffic to get here on I95 was a bear or caboose, as Ken would say. Everone trying to get of the city at the same time. also an accident we passed on the 3-laner.
see you whnever I can.
-G .
Just my thoughts, ideas, opinions and experiences. Others may vary.
HO and N Scale.
After long and careful thought, they have convinced me. I have come to the conclusion that they are right. The aliens did it.
To all of the Vets and those who aren't,have a safe Memorial Day.
From a vet.
Best to all on sick call and those recovering
Duke
"Don't take a wooden nickel,because it isn't worth a dime" by my Dad
"There are only 3 things you need out of life:A gentle grade,the wind in your face,and cinders in your hair.....But keep an eye on the water glass!" Jack Evans
Good to see you stopping in Duke, it has been a while hasn't it.
Galaxy, Glad you are having a good time, stay safe.
To all the Gang south of the 49th, a very Happy and fun Memorial Day week-end.
To all the Vets everywhere, Thankyou for your service and dedicaation, may you be blessed always.
Johnboy out.......................
from Saskatchewan, in the Great White North..
We have met the enemy, and he is us............ (Pogo)
YGW... best way to describe it...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_93kdv9rd4&list=PLgirW9gTc-gR9SYt2FItC9hBwcfcwIjXU
yougottawantaWhat were the New Zealand wars ?
yougottawanta Isnt it strange there is a guy here who buys WWII equipment restores them and then displays it in his own musuem.
"One difference between pessimists and optimists is that while pessimists are more often right, optimists have far more fun."
well,It's 5 o'clock{AM}on SATURDAY, the regular crowd isn't awake,
"Early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy an wise",,,Hmm I am STILL waiting for the healthy, the wealthy and the wise...
In a couple of hours, the acrid smell burning coal will fill my nostrils, droplets of steam oil floating on a breeze, the high-pitched loud drone of the steam generator will fill my ears... I CAN'T wait!!
It is supposed to be a lovely, cool day. About 68 for a high. A little chilly, but we have jackets for that.
I WIL be on later, that is IF I am not busy um.er, with other things......
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Good morning everybody ....
Duke .... Great to see you, and many thnks for your service. Please visit the Diner more often even if it only to say "Hello"
Galaxy ... Enjoy the day
Bear .... You commented in WPF about my 1/87 volleyball game in my County Park. I'll respond to you here. I made included the volleyball game because one of our daughters is very active in volleyball. ... Back when she was in high school she played on a team which was very good and became 4th in the State of Michigan. After graduation, she became a teacher, but also was the high school volleyball coach. She took over a team that had a losing record in prior years. After her coaching, the team did exceptionally well, and she was named Coach of the Year for the entire state of Michigan. ... Now she still is a teacher, but she does not coach school volleyball. She has her own chldren now, and they take time.
That got me thinking. The years certainly are passing quickly.
Jim M .... I know what you mean about not have energy we had when we were younger. I did a little yard work outside yesterday, and tired easily.
YGW ... Since you asked, I'm doing great. ... and you ?
I completed the two cabooses yesterday, and now they are on the layout. Time for them to go to work.
Sunny and cool ....67F for a high here.
Picked up some topsoil and mulch for the front gardens. Got gardening on the old beak this fine day... Tonight will have another BBQ as well....next week is looking a bit warm up here.
Have a good day!!
cudakenRichard You didn't go to Boston? That is a must see where Phily has never really been on my list. USS Constitution was a must see for me and I glad I did! I was very moved when I visted Pearl Harbor, just standing there looking into the harbor thinking about Dec 7.
We have been to Boston but it was a long time ago. This year we chose Philadelphia as the base for our trip because we wanted to visit both Valley Forge and Gettysburg. When I looked at the map and saw that Ellis Island was less than two hours away, it was added to the itinerary. Downtown Philly was just because we were there, had some time to spare, and had never been there.
Mornin' everyone!
Zoe, I could use another cup of Marrakesh Express Dark Roast coffee for my R&GV RR Mug, please.
Well Galaxy, I guess we all figured you and YOH were, ah...., busy. Yep, that's the way to phrase it, you were busy... Do hope both of you are enjoying a much deserved vacation.
Ah Barry, I guess I still prefer the songs of Guiseppi Verdi... You know, Joe Green. Easier on the old ears..... LOL! Actually I'm an old fan of 50's and 60's type stuff, Blues, (feeling sad to lose BB King), Blues Brothers, Dooby Brothers, BS&T, and all those artists. Old fashioned I guess....
I'm still working on items from the convention... Now is the crunching of numbers, writing of thank Yous, and getting all finished and done with. We (the committee) are already planing two picnics to just get together and enjoy ourselves and hopefully get out to see all the layouts that we were too busy to get to... I also need to get to w*rk on this years garden. today and tomorrow will be the lasrt couiple nice days before the Floweeduh and Clownafornia weather sets in around here. (can't imagine how you southern folks can stand that much heat...). Supposed to get all the way up to 69°F here today and the high 70's tomorrow. After that for the next week or so it will be hide down celler or stay in the house with the air comnditioner on. Will be in the high 80's they warn....
Catch you all later!
73
Ray Seneca Lake, Ontario, and Western R.R. (S.L.O.&W.) in HO
We'll get there sooner or later!
Todd
Central Illinoyz
In order to keep my position as Master and Supreme Ruler of the House, I don't argue with my wife.
I'm a small town boy. A product of two people from even smaller towns. I don’t talk on topic….. I just talk.
Greetings from a quaint small New England town incorporated in 1664. That's right, 1664.
Yeah, for some of you,that may look funny. To those of us who are from the/live in/lived in/visiting it is not looking funny. I used to live in Mr. B's state, Mass. Many townships/villages here were settled in the 1600s. Not just the Pilgrims!
Well, the steamer was there, built in 1986, in China. It was a chinese Mike, a bit of a disappointment, not being a USA loco.But the Locos at Steamtown are Canadian in origin, but FAR closer than China.
We MAY be busy tonight, maybe not, MOH says cramps are setting in. We will see. Maybe, Maybe not. We have nothing really to do, so *free time*, unless we want to go out to get into trouble!
so, that is that, nap time.
Good Afternoon.
Got the topsoil and mulch laid in on the various spots needed around here...some of the plants got replanted as well.
Setting the BBQ up as we speak, or write, as it were.
Ray: They asked....
Chloe, I'll have 8 octaplex burgers with mozarella cheese and onions, mushrooms between each plase...and 4 SRP's as well with a giant 64oz glass of strawberry milkshake please....thankye!!
galaxyGreetings from a quaint small New England town incorporated in 1664. That's right, 1664.
[YAWN]
LION is from NYC.....
The first native New Yorkers were the Lenape, an Algonquin people who hunted, fished and farmed in the area between the Delaware and Hudson rivers. Europeans began to explore the region at the beginning of the 16th century–among the first was Giovanni da Verrazzano, an Italian who sailed up and down the Atlantic coast in search of a route to Asia–but none settled there until 1624. That year, the Dutch West India Company sent some 30 families to live and work in a tiny settlement on “Nutten Island” (today’s Governors Island) that they called New Amsterdam. In 1626, the settlement’s governor general, Peter Minuit, purchased the much larger Manhattan Island from the natives for 60 guilders in trade goods such as tools, farming equipment, cloth and wampum (shell beads).
The Route of the Broadway Lion The Largest Subway Layout in North Dakota.
Here there be cats. LIONS with CAMERAS
Flo, Beer please.
Work Front There are two things I can count on at work on a Saturday.
1 Cannot count on Dave. (Did not call or show up)
2 Some one will show up 10 minutes before closing, keep me 45 minutes after I closed and not buy a darn thing!
Far as Dave coming in, I would have been shocked if he did. Said he would be there Sunday but I not holding my breath. I thought I was going to need him today, had 3 customers there from 10:20 to 12:30 and then it was dead. Only had 7 customers all day. Well, I had 8 but I did not counting the 400 pound woman that wanted a $200.00 Queen set that would last here 10 years and help her back. She had a butt that I could sit a can on standing up!
Well, the BBQ is about done so see you all later.
Ken
Evening Gang,
Chloe are you still working, Oh, I see, well before you leave, if you would be so kind, I'll have a double RBF and get Barry one as well. Everyone else must be at home for saturday night. (Bath Night) Lol.
Well, I am still struggling with photo bucket, but occasionally I can get one out and I had said I would try and get a shot of the mine truck on the depressed center flat car. So here goes.
I drilled some holes in the I-beams to accomodate the chains and it worked fairly well.
But, no boomers or come alongs showing. Haven't figured out how to model them.
I know, I know it is a small mine truck compared to some today, but this is why this one can be shipped by rail..
Hope you are all having a great Memorial week-end. Galaxy, sure hope you get lucky.
Ray, hope it can slow down a little for you now, you have been running in notch 8 for quite sometime.
Anyone heard from Saronterry in Wisconsin lately, it has sure been a while.
Prayers and blessings to all.
Johnboy out....................later
I went to my first Washington Nationals game today and I thought I'd share something that tickled me.
Our tickets were very good seats (my friend's boss's season tickets) in the Norfolk Southern Club. The place had NS horseheads all over it and pictures of the heritage fleet everywhere. There was also an NS G scale train going around the ceiling. One of the major sponsors on the out of town scoreboard was NS as well. But what really got me was this huge scoreboard in the lounge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mSa78icm6c
It was neat to see the pitch count changing while I was waiting in line on that big thing. Less fun was paying $5 for a pretzel.
GM, what the heck day is it? SUNDAY!
I have May 24th, 2015, is that what you guys say?
Then, I MUST be right.
well, today {maybe} off to the Mansions at Newport. MOH. If MOH is feeling well, enough. MOH used an enema as hadn't gone in 3 days, and that causes other problems.
For those of you who travel, consider gettting two LED "night lights" for use in a hotel room.There is usually NO night light. So fumbling in the dark is no fun, half awake and no coherent.Also, hte room has kitchenette, ut no items for it's use? And only one chair and a loveseat without table to eat? Makes no sense... anywho..
we have a busy 1.5 commute ahead of us, so best get coffee on, unless MOOH has better ideas.....and I will probably turn in again for another hour or two of shut eye, as it IS a bit early.
Later gators...