Kadee is having an Independence Day sale... 20% off of Ready-To-Run freight cars. Unfortunately it does not look like undecorated R-T-R freight cars are included.
-Kevin
Living the dream.
Happy 4th of July!
My town had a lot of money go up in noisy smoke last night, and I'm sure there will be a lot more tonight. I haven't bought any this year since we aren't going anywhere. I'll just watch the action tonight from my front porch. I love it.
It's a great day for grilling meat, drinking cold drinks, and enjoying the day.
We are heading into our normal July heat wave. This week, the temperature will be near 100° with a dewpoint over 70°. It's steamy.
I'm working on some small buildings for the layout. The railroad doesn't get much attention in the summer.
This week I will try to head out to get some photos of trains and stations in my area. If you don't like coal trains or grain hopper trains, you wouldn't like much train watching here.
I hope everyone has a good holiday today and tomorrow.
York1 John
BigDaddyKevin the rules don't specify not discussing clothing.
I did not mean to imply any rule-breaking. Just a new subject for discussion! One that I would never have brought up, but am happy to participate in.
York1Lion, when you finally crawl up to your third floor, how about some pictures of the subway system? I've missed them.
Whale... It web server that we have is undergoing a meltdown (again). I think I will outsource the "Lion" server again and sea watt I can do.
Even if I cnnot get to the train room, there is no reason why I cannot get a server working and display the work that I already Have.
But I do have to make a new video, since mush has changed since the last one.
ROAR
The Route of the Broadway Lion The Largest Subway Layout in North Dakota.
Here there be cats. LIONS with CAMERAS
Kevin the rules don't specify not discussing clothing. Lion is flying closer to the sun than I am. The toy store here has some of the sexy toys but nothing to feed them with.
The commercial plays a lot on the channels I watch and is easily found on youtube. It achieves it's goal of being memorable. I could do with fewer commercials for highly personal products, but underwear is mostly ubiquitous. I've only know one doctor who did not wear underwear.
For the record I used to wear briefs, switched to boxers and back to briefs after varicocoele surgery.
Henry
COB Potomac & Northern
Shenandoah Valley
BigDaddyI have an underwear question. There is a really obnoxious Hanes commercial where a guy with a peculiar accent is advertising these long legged underwear, looks like bike pants. <SNIP> Does anybody wear that kind? They look like they would be too warm.
I think this is the first undergarment question I have seen in the diner.
I have only worn Fruit Of The Loom boxer/briefs for a couple of decades. The legs are not quite as long as the Hanes product you mentioned.
The ones you described look very comfortable, but warm. Yes, the "accent" is obnoxious. I was going to post the video, but it is a tad bit too over-the-top for this forum.
Happy Independence Day!
My middle daughter rode her big wheel in a small-town celebration of the Fourth Of July back in 1992.
Stay safe out there.
Hi Everyone,
Jim (with a nod to Mies Van Der Rohe)
Cicero always loved the Fourth!
Cicero by Edmund, on Flickr
Tonight I may enjoy a fifth.
I hope everyone is well today and has an enjoyable holiday.
Sidewalk in Lincoln by Edmund, on Flickr
Cheers, Ed
Good morning Diners. The usual tea and toast please, Flo.
A warm, cloudy day here in the land of the former North British Railway.
Less than 12 miles away my son works at Beamish Museum. A few pictures pre-Covid.
Thoughts & Peace to All who Require
David
To the world you are someone. To someone you are the world
I cannot afford the luxury of a negative thought
hon30critterCute kid! She must have been a very neat eater
My wife and I pondered that picture for a while. The only thing we can figure is that she must have sat down at the table after her older sister ate whatever was in the bowl. She was not a neat eater!
The World Is A Beautiful Place.
"One difference between pessimists and optimists is that while pessimists are more often right, optimists have far more fun."
SeeYou190I am amazed at how many pictures of my kids have random train cars in them.
Hi Kevin,
Cute kid! She must have been a very neat eater. At that age my kids would have had spagetti sauce from ear to ear and all the way down their fronts!
Cheers!!
Dave
I'm just a dude with a bad back having a lot of fun with model trains, and finally building a layout!
Shop Foreman: "Where'd that Bear go with our engine? He's been gone over an hour just to get the cistern filled!"
Regular Hostler: "He rushed past me saying he was going to test out a new idea to fill the tender faster — Haven't seen him since!"
Illinois Central Railroad - Wabash River Bridge Collapse near Grayville - Image No. 1 by Union Depot - Historic Railroad Images, on Flickr
York1Kevin, I don't have any plans for dinner tonight. What's your address again?
If you can make it, come on down. There is plenty.
Continuing to go through all the old pictures.
I don't know whose layout this picture was taken on, but it shows part of the early version of the Fleet Of Nonsense, in N scale. The picture is probably from the early 1990s.
I have a feeling it was my old friend Ron's layout in Naples, but I cannot be sure.
There are a few STRATTON AND GILLETTE boxcars, one for RAIL TREK, and one for the OKLAHOMA CITY AND OMAHA. I received the latter two roadnames through decal trades.
In this picture, STRATTON AND GILLETTE layout #3 can be seen under construction in the upper left. I know this picture was from January, 1992, because it was taken right before we left for the Metallica concert at the Lee County Civic Center. This was a great day.
I am amazed at how many pictures of my kids have random train cars in them.
Kevin, I don't have any plans for dinner tonight. What's your address again?
Lion, when you finally crawl up to your third floor, how about some pictures of the subway system? I've missed them.
Good afternoon diners.
I spent the last hour or two making a wonderful batch of Jambalaya.
I bought 4 pounds of hot country sausage at Carroll's in Sylvester, Georgia when I was there. This is the good stuff.
I made a huge batch with four pounds of rice. A pound of chicken and three pounds of shrimp.
It is so delicious!
MisterBeasleyWe were hoping to do Alaska but those plans went away. Not sure when we can cruise again.
Next time I sea her I'll alska.: )
Elevator is still not working in the monastery, and that has been three weeks now. WTH: I just might as well climb up to the train room and put the lights on.
I'll knead some ATF to clean the tracks...(Automatic Trnsmissi9n Fluid, not Alcohol Tobaco and Firearms)'
Speaking of firearms, the sporting goods stores here have been out of stock for months. They used to have thousands and thusands of boxes of ammo on the shelves, now all that is there is dust. They have a few rifles and hand gyuns, but none of them are sexy ones that people want. Those have been sold long ago.
Oh Yeah... ATF... I do not need a whole can of it, all I need is a little dropper bottle of the stuf, and I can get hat from the garage. (We have a nine car garage, and still park about seven cars out doors.)
Then I will climb up the stairs and with a felt pad attached to a stick, I will give the acessable tracks a thin coating, and then allow the wheels to spread it around the layout. After all, I do have 14 scale miles of track. And subway tracks *like* to live in tunnels.
The GF and I have done some cruises, both together and apart. We agree that smaller ships are better. We are particularly fond of the Windstar ships, which can visit much smaller ports and islands. Our favorite is the Wind Surf, which only takes about 300 passengers.
We had just returned from a Caribbean cruise when Covid hit. We were hoping to do Alaska but those plans went away. Not sure when we can cruise again. Being forced to wear masks kills travel for us.
It takes an iron man to play with a toy iron horse.
York1 David, do you have any cruises coming up?
David, do you have any cruises coming up?
John. We are thinking of a 'Round Britain' cruise, but with Dawn being disabled, so many obstacles to go thru.
Maybe one day.
Two ships in Dubai. Standing next to Queen Elizabeth 2, Dawn and I made our first cruise together on. In the background our last cruiseship to sail on, MSC Bellissima.
Good morning, diners.
Ed, that's an amazing railroad in your video. The curved trestle, the other bridges and tunnels, the working signals, and everything else... I can't imagine the work and the money.
Douglas PM, so sorry about the loss of your friend. Since we will all be there sooner or later, it's good to hear that it sounds like he lived life the way it should be lived -- helping others enjoy life.
Charlie, I also have Michelins on my Expedition. They are at about 55,000 right now, and they still look very good. I'm having them rotated next week, and the mechanic can tell me what shape they're in. I know the ride improved immediately when we bought them several years ago, so I was happy with them.
David, do you have any cruises coming up? I see that the American cruises are just beginning to go out again. We won't be taking any, but I miss them. I wish my wife would change her mind about going again.
JR, good luck on finishing the old house and getting it sold.
Henry, I don't think I've seen that commercial.
Not much going on today again. We're between trips right now, and about the only work I'm getting done is cutting the grass several times a week. I can't seem to be inspired to do much else.
I went over to the school the other day and visited several of the teachers. After being gone from there for only four years, it seemed like I was visiting a foreign country. I wanted to see the newly remodeled boys and girls PE locker rooms. I had a good talk with the most important person in any school -- the custodian. Nice time, but I don't miss the day-to-day at all.
Hope everyone has a great Saturday.
Good Morning All,
Well who knew? That railroad is not more than 20 miles from me and I had never heard of it. Private indeed and more power to him. There is lots of undeveloped land in the vicinity and it used to be very cheap but even then, the commitment and expense is super impressive.
Still raining here but the temps have dropped significantly so I'm probably off to the old house to do some more load out and spackling and hopefully we can start on getting it listed soon.
Gotta run so I'll just take my regular to go and skedaddle. Ciao, J.R.
Happy Saturday!
I normally don't post videos that are exceedingly long but I'll make an exception here:
Wow, these folks have a backyard railroad to be envious of!
Since it is a long weekend for some of you, take the time to have a look
Flying the flag by Mike Danneman, on Flickr
Good morning Diners. It is morning here in the UK, Charlie.
Toast and tea please, Brunhilda.
PM Railfan. The loss of a 'Buddy' is hard I know. Some Diners know I grew up around road haulage and spent nigh on 70 years involved one way and another.
My buddy, John and I would spend many a Saturday evening telling 'tales of the road' with a glass of whisky in hand. Talking to the early hours 'til the bottle ran dry. -- --- I have a model of his vehicle he drove on my layout.
A quiet day in the diary, so I might be able to run a few trains later.
Good Evening,
Seems silly to say good morning even though it is after midnight.
Wife got her second shot of vaccine today.
Very hot here, mifht hit 100F tomorrow but will be back to about 80 by Monday. Still no rain. The lawn in front crunches when you step on it. We water a lot in back so I'm expecting an outrageous water bill in August.
Kevin, that seems about right for tires. I have Michelin tires on my car which cost about $300 each. They only last about 40k miles as they are a softer compound. Mind you they have a V speed rating which I seem to recall means 160 mph but the softer rubber also means they aren't bad on ice.
No plans here except keepng cool. Think I'll have a G&T tomirrow with a shot of Roses lime cordial.
CN Charlie
Hello Railfans!
Today pretty much went as expected until about an hour ago. And correct me if im wrong but i seem to remember reading above something about "home" for this months theme???
Well, I got some of the worst news you could get from what used to be my "home" that hour ago.... Ive lost a very dear friend. Seems to be a recurring theme these last few days as we lost Preacher Bob (whom i did not know), Randy (whom I did), and now my friend.
Im pretty sure none of you would know him. But this guy was rather special, and i have to say very unique. Yes he was a Railfan. Tis why im mentioning this as he wasnt just one of my oldest and dearest friends, he was actually a Railfan's Railfan. The ultimate.
Im sure each of you could drop a name of a certain person in your lives who really put the fire under your hobby. My friend devoted hours upon hours mentoring me for which I will forever be greatful, and thankful for, and cherish the rest of my life. I couldnt have had a better way to begin this hobby!
He was a father, retired, veteran, god fearing, Southern Ry Railfan extraodinaire. Probably not in that order. Although he avoided the spotlight, I feel he should be mentioned. He always gave, never taikng a thing. I owe him dearly!
My friend was born Joseph L. Robey. Those who did know him, he was just Joe - under a green Southern hat.
"He climbed in' the cab, orders in his hand....
taking that trip to the promised land."
In memorium with all my Respect,
Douglas C.
PM Railfan
Signals dark.
I have an underwear question. There is a really obnoxious Hanes commercial where a guy with a peculiar accent is advertising these long legged underwear, looks like bike pants. He says it helps your balance (balance rhymes with fall) Tommy Johns look the same.
My father's mens' shop sold Steadman midlengths in the 60's. I had the stocking job in the summer and I don't think we sold any. Eventually we only sold briefs and boxers.
Does anybody wear that kind? They look like they would be too warm.
The LION of Broadway!...
Looks like the LION is on TOP...Lamb Chops anyone?
I had a hunting buddy who was a volunteer firefighter. When he got together with another firefighter they loved to tell stories about being surrounded in flames.
Not me. My father was on ships in WW2 and told me fire was his biggest fear. Chapel Hill had a burn unit and I am absolutely terrified by fire. I had an engineer who hit a tank truck. Just before I intubated him, he told me that was an engineers biggest nightmare. He lived but had dozens of surgeries and I took care of him several times.
There was a boy whose father started the fireplace with gasoline and another whose father punished him by sitting him on the wood stove. Everything else I have erased from my hard drive.
We barely had 1/4" of rain. More rain went north and west and DC had a tornado. More temps in the 90's forecast for next week.
Maybe hurricane Elsa will reach us Wednesday.
hon30critter Heartland Division CB&Q Good morning ..... Have some scrumptios goodies from Kirchhoff's bakery in Paducah. Garry, Whatever did I do to you that you would be so mean to me as to post the picture of those goodies?!? I am fasting for a medical test this afternoon and I am hungry! I never get hungry through the day and I rarely eat lunch. Of course, now that I have been told that I can't eat, I'm starving! Cheers!! Dave
Heartland Division CB&Q Good morning ..... Have some scrumptios goodies from Kirchhoff's bakery in Paducah.
Garry,
Whatever did I do to you that you would be so mean to me as to post the picture of those goodies?!? I am fasting for a medical test this afternoon and I am hungry! I never get hungry through the day and I rarely eat lunch. Of course, now that I have been told that I can't eat, I'm starving!
Dave ...... Sorry. .... I bet others will gladly take your share.
Brent ..... I really like the bridges at Cisco. Thanks for posting the photo of it.
GARRY
HEARTLAND DIVISION, CB&Q RR
EVERYWHERE LOST; WE HUSTLE OUR CABOOSE FOR YOU
Good morning from the smokey West Coast where it is a nice 23c and through the smoke, there is blue sky.
Well, the Province has exploded in fire with help from the extreme heat, Bear will have to send the usual 300 firefighters from New Zealand to help out. It is being said that a spark from a CN freight sparked a fire at the town of Lytton in B.C. Within 15 minutes the town was engulfed in flame as the fire moved at 72kmh. CN just settled a 16 million dollar lawsuit from the last fire a train started at Lytton. This one will be a whole lot more.
Both the CN and CP mainline run through Lytton and I heard they are both shut down due to damage.
One guy drove home to rescue his pets, grabbed his two dogs and threw them in the truck, ran back into the house for the cat, and when he came back out the truck was engulfed in flames, very sad.
When I was in my teens I would help my Uncle run helicopter fuel and groceries into the fire camps in Eastern B.C. My retired Uncle made a fortune in fire season, it was hard, hot work but extremely satisfying.
Road my bike this morning and was noticeably slower due to the smoke I am sure. It's Montreal and Tampa tonight, have to pay for the rum that goes with that.
I was watering Rhodos out front and I had a Hummingbird fly into the spray and as I move it back and forth it followed to just stay in the spray. Then another one joined it and within a couple of minutes, there were seven Hummingbirds in the spray. They all landed in the Rhodo and stayed there under the gentle spray for quite a while until I stopped.
The water I put out for all the wildlife in the area is being enjoyed during the night. We have rabbits, squirrels, deer, owls, eagles, and a bunch of other birds showing up. We have had bears before, but it has been a while since I have seen one. They come from the South or East as that is the direction of the wilderness areas, maybe border patrol is catching them.
Here is one crossing legally.
As far as posting photos of where we are from, we might run out of days if we take turns. May I suggest we each just post the odd pic(s) as the spirit moves us through the month?
Now that I have recovered from the bike ride a walk through the cool forest with the dogs sounds good and then I'll hop on the Deer.
We drove West to the beach early, early yesterday, and let the dogs swim and then we walk a 3km trail to let them dry. My wife thought she lost her brand new Apple cell phone on the trail, sooooooo we walked the 3km loop again. It was on the kitchen table when we got home.
Two trains at Cisco, just downstream from Lytton.
Brent
"All of the world's problems are the result of the difference between how we think and how the world works."