in a Southern mug, please & thank you!
***Jeffrey, with all the graffiti appearing on your freight cars, have you considered hiring a few extra RR Security Officers to patrol your layout? (looks great, and I've taken mental notes on your ballasting)
Rob
Dr. Frankendiesel aka Scott Running BearSpace Mouse for president!15 year veteran fire fighterCollector of Apple //e'sRunning Bear EnterprisesHistory Channel Club life member.beatus homo qui invenit sapientiam
Howdy folks!
Just drop-in' in to say howdy!!!
What's for dinner tonight???
Oh...I'll have the
Ryan BoudreauxThe Piedmont Division Modeling The Southern Railway, Norfolk & Western & Norfolk Southern in HO during the merger eraCajun Chef Ryan
Afternoon all!
I was at a friends house almost all of yesterday, so I didn't come in.
I guess I'll have the usual.
Sue: I got some good news for you and me. In Topponish, WA, (2 1/2 hr drive from here) Two steamers are being restored, a NP 4-6-0 and a NP 4-6-2. The 4-6-0 is scheduled to be done this fall, then the 4-6-2 will be brought in for it's overhaul.
Well, I should get goin',
Mark
Jeff,
So......only another 95% to go!
Seriously, it looks good.
Now do you come back after the ballasting and add a little turf and some weeds along the edges of the ballast?
grayfox1119 wrote: JEFF: That was real nice of SpaceMouse and the guys to donate the camera and stand, you have given so many items at no cost ( and not expected either ) to modelers in need, I am happy for you Jeff !!!
JEFF: That was real nice of SpaceMouse and the guys to donate the camera and stand, you have given so many items at no cost ( and not expected either ) to modelers in need, I am happy for you Jeff !!!
Today I've been doing more ballast work. Here are pics of my progress. Excuse the glue bottles and tools. The pics were taken as the work was being done.
This represents about five percent of the layout.
grayfox1119 wrote: And I hope you take it easy running up those high hills to get your photo shots under that hot Mexican heat.
And I hope you take it easy running up those high hills to get your photo shots under that hot Mexican heat.
Run? What is this word "run" of which you speak? I actually picked my footing pretty carefully as there was a lot of loose rock on that hillside.
What a great view. How far is this location from your home?
Conservatively speaking, about a 7-1/2 hour drive one way. I'd have to drive down the coast as far as Veracruz (city) then turn up the highway towards Puebla as far as the city of Orizaba, then head out the valley to Acultzingo. Not something I'm going to be doing very often.
Regards
Ed
Please and keep it coming. Thanks!
***Ed, neat photos. Those curves are exactly the type I would like to have on the future layout. Heck, would also love to have models of those locos as well, just make them all Union Pacific.
***Mark, too bad about your corn. Even with the few recent thunderstorms, our creek remains dry. Will take a major tropical depression, and even then it will have to stall out on top of us. All time record drought this year for us. Hey, I like the photo of the weathered CSX loco infront of the mill. You didn't borrow that photo from Jeffrey's layout, did you!?!
***Jeffrey, more excellent photos I see. Really enjoying them, but makes me think of the amount of work it will take to create something remotely as nice and it will be daunting to say the least.
Healing thoughts to those in need.
Good afternoon to everyone on this hot and steamy August 30th. I have to go water the garden again before it turns into the New England Sahara, or the Midwest dustbowl of the 30's. No rain is forecasted here for at least the next 7 days under bright sun .
ED: Yes, I do remember from the old days of the Coffee Clubbers. And I hope you take it easy running up those high hills to get your photo shots under that hot Mexican heat. What a great view. How far is this location from your home?
MIKE: PEACE IN THE VALLEY once more I see !!!!! Isn't it nice? We love our grandkids, no doubt about that, but boy, can they wear us out at our age......just wait until PC and Ryan get over 60. LOL Nice shots Mike, but sad to see the areas where the tracks are NO MORE.
FERGIE: Having lost my dad in September of 2000, just as we were going to do the things we always talked about as soon as "I" retired, I sure know how you feel buddy. But I can tell you this from my experience, he will always be with you in the little things that you do that bring back fond memories. God Bless you Fergie.
Later guys, time to get going..
PS CAPE JIM: Stop getting the boss upset,
Good Morning Coffee Clubbers,
We continue to get a goodly amount of rain here, which is great for the orange crop. And, while it's still hot and sticky, at least the clouds screen out the sun a bit and keep the house from heating up so much.
By the way, as I was penning my usual opening line, I wondered to myself how many of the current Coffee Shop patrons (and I still use the old moniker for the thread) recognize where that line comes from. It's been a long, long time since we mentioned it, way back in the earlier days of the Coffee Shop thread, old timers like Paul B and Dick probably remember. But it's a takeoff on the opening line "Good morning Breakfast Clubbers" from the old radio program "Don McNeil's Breakfast Club". Younger participants here won't know about that program, but I used to hear it every weekday morning when I was a young kid.
http://www.encyclopedia.chicagohistory.org/pages/163.html
Nice to see you dropping back in Lil Rob. Good luck with the new job.
Jeff, looks like something good is going to come out of that WPF thread after all. Seems to be a strong response to Space Mouse's thread. Shouldn't be long before you're taking pictures with a better camera. Good for you.
Garry, we keep hoping for the best with Janet.
Jerry, good idea with the cellphone for keeping in contact with Sallie. Hope she continues to do well.
Bill T, didn't mean to slight you with my comment to Scott. But since you don't often talk about railroading, it's easy to forget what you do for a living.
Didn't get to continue that story yesterday about the railfan trip, so here's the next installment.
I quickly switched over to the other side of the bridge to get a shot of the train starting to pass the campsite. We've packed the tents by now, but the cars are still there.
And it disappears into the tunnel that's only a few hundred yards from our camp. By the way, that's Fran standing there with the red coat on watching the train.
We quickly figured out that climbing up the hillside where you saw that tunnel ought to provide us with some decent views. So we scrambled up. Sure enough, we could see another westbound train winding its way along the other side of the valley. That westbound pulled into the curve that crosses the valley floor, but it was visibly slowing. And it came to a stop. You can see the engines just left of center in the photo. I know they appear small, but I wanted to include enough of the view to give you a good idea of how the valley is laid out.From up here the view of the tracks and trains in the valley makes it almost appear to be a huge N scale setup. It's the first time I've had a view like this looking down at tracks making big loops, like one might do on his layout to increase distance. The track in the foreground looks suspiciously like Kato UniTrack.By this time we already knew why it was stopping, and we all scrambled to get into position to shoot in another direction.
Sure enough, here comes the Eastbound heading downgrade towards the valley. It comes out from the tunnel just beyond us (one of many tunnels on this route) and passes into the tunnel that is bored through the hillside on which we stand.And pops out the other side, heading back into the cut that passes below our camp. You can see a couple of the group positioned near this portal in search of good shots.Back around the curve.And back down the straight stretch.You might have noticed that I haven't tried to identify any of these diseasels that I shot from up high. That's because without seeing an engine number and comparing it to a roster I'm useless at identifying them. They all look the same to me. Well, okay, PA-1's and RS3's don't, but the rest do.
Enough for now.
Mornin, since Jims buying, I'll have steak n eggs, a short stack n coffee Zoe
Cool an cloudy this morning and only suppose to get into the low 80's, got a little rain last night, not enough to get the ground tacky even.
ROB,, I wish you the best with the in-laws moving in. It can be stressful, but it can be great having them around too. Good to hear your getting some rain, we could sure use some good soakers hear. To late for the corn, but it would help the late beans.
GARRY,, we're keeping you n yours in our thoughts too.
JEFF,, I'm into Star Trek fan also. I have most of Generations, DS-9, Voyager and most of the movies on tapes, along with a few books and some collectables. I'm still working on getting all the original shows collected.
JIM CG and JERRY,, I see the Cards lost last night , but then the Cubs lost too , so your still 2 back .
FERGIE,, our thoughts still be with you n yours. As long as the memories remain, your dad will always be with you and every one he touched.
JERRY, all the kids are in school now, thank God, but I still have KC and J Bird most everyday. My legs bother me if I ride a long time or stand too much. Some times it takes a couple days to get better. Good to hear you'll be able to talk to Sally everyday and I hope she's still doing ok. Any idea on when she's coming home yet??
Before we left Paris after last Sunday's football game. I got a few pics from up there. The field is along side the old NYC tracks and nary a train came by, but I walked up the overpass there and got this one looking west toward the yard.
Left there and went over to the yard, nothing going on there, but did get a pic of some of the old track that went on to Charleston, I'd missed before.
then we found this is an engine at the cereal mill in need of a repaint
Headed on home and saw this UP setting on the north passing track.
I wanted to wait for the east bound to come through, but Mother reminded me we had ice cream thawing. Before I could get back over both trains were gone.
DIL called and she didn't have to work today and now that Leroy's caught the bus, I got no kids, not even after school. My other DIL is getting off early and she getting them. Got plenty to do though, Starting with finish washing the deck, so I can water proof it this weekend. Bears- Browns game suppose to be on NBC, so maybe I'll get a little MRR time in too while it's on.
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Good Morning Everyone!
It's a bit foggy out there this morning. Looks like it might cool down a bit over the next few days. That would be fine with me! I'm getting kinda tierd of 95-99 degrees with 85% humidity!
Today: partly sunny, cooler & less humid - high: 83Tonight: mostly clear & cooler - low: 57
Right now:
Prayers have been said for all of those that are hurting and sick. I remember all of you every day in my prayers.......even those that don't ask for it.
Good Morning All and a Word of Thanks
Just a word of thanks for prayers and well wishes provided. All is well now as I will start on the road once again. A bit lonelier and a bit empty for awhile but at least I have something to keep me going as the memories of and direction provided from Dad will be with me for years to come.
Garry: I know all too well what you and Shelly are going through so please take care and our prayers are with you.
Fergie
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If one could roll back the hands of time... They would be waiting for the next train into the future. A. H. Francey 1921-2007
Good Morning, Chloe; I see Zoe's still on her way in. I'll have some TH coffee and one of those chocolate donuts, please.
Oh, and it looks like breakfast is on me. Better get that breakfast buffet ready, I can almost hear the chowhounds' coming...
Woke up early this morning, and finally decided to just go on and get up. When I woke up, I got thinking about some comments my supervisor put on my annual assessment, which I consider inaccurate, and based upon an audit printout that never got checked before she gave it to me (I know that for sure). [grrrr!] Okay, end of rant...
Our weather here should be better today, since the front has moved through (and the high pressure area has shifted west). Somewhat cooler, and some scattered showers possible. 74 F (23 C) currently, and supposed to reach 89 F (32 C) this afternoon.
Well, 'bout time for me to head out. Take care of yourselves.
Blessings,
Jim in Cape Girardeau
Good morning ! from Indiana.
08-30-07
Bill Tidler Jr.
Near a cornfield in Indiana...
JimRCGMO wrote: Jeff, you've been a busy guy lately with your layout - the rain is good for MRR'ing, huh? I have several of the ST-Voyager and ST-TNG episodes (probably a few of the DS9, too) on VHS tapes. I enjoyed the original series, but looking back at those shows now, I notice how simple the sets were compared to the more recent ST serieses (?) I never got into Klingon, though. When I was growing up, I recall reading several of the "Tom Corbett, Space Cadet" book series. , think I just showed my age there...
Jeff, you've been a busy guy lately with your layout - the rain is good for MRR'ing, huh? I have several of the ST-Voyager and ST-TNG episodes (probably a few of the DS9, too) on VHS tapes. I enjoyed the original series, but looking back at those shows now, I notice how simple the sets were compared to the more recent ST serieses (?) I never got into Klingon, though. When I was growing up, I recall reading several of the "Tom Corbett, Space Cadet" book series. , think I just showed my age there...
This could leave you feeling up in the air.
JimRCGMO wrote: And... "PC - he's not just for pies anymore!" (Would that not count "taco pies"?
And... "PC - he's not just for pies anymore!" (Would that not count "taco pies"?
Born in the city of angels, I'm a mexican food fan from the word go!
[Good luck with having the FIL and MIL in the house, and should we be praying for his balance and/or your sanity?]
***Jim, I went crazy long a time ago, so it's too late for me. But sending healing thoughts for the FIL's balance will be most appreciated.
[A friend once told me that the out side of a horse is good for the inside of a man.]
***Paul, that is so true! There isn't a day that goes by I don't get some horse hugs and/or nose nuzzles form one or more horses.
Tomorrow I need to get up early to go get hay. Couldn't today because of the storms. Have a nice evening all. Rob
Evening Gang: Good to see you Lil'Rob. Great that you have landed a new job. Good Luck with it.
Mary Ann and I hauled another 20 bales of hay in today. We quit before it go too hot so I'm in better shap tonight.
Rob: Good to hear that it's raining. When things used to get to me at work I'd come home and go out to the pasture. My Paint horse would come over and put his head over my shoulder and just let me lay my head to his neck. I could feel the stress leave. A friend once told me that the out side of a horse is good for the inside of a man. Horse thearapy.
Well I'm ready for a shower and bed.
Good Night All
Good evening, Chloe, and I think I'll have one of those tacos and a burrito, please, since LilRob's buying. Thanks!
LilRob, nervous is good - if it helps you learn the ropes for the new job. Should help you toward getting even more tips if you're thinking in terms of pleasing the customers. And should be good in accumulating some possible LHS trip money, on top of savings.
Rob (Cederstrand) - next step, you need to train your CFO how to distinguish the locos that you really, really want her to get for you. Start early enough so she has lots of time before your next birthday and Christmas... Good luck with having the FIL and MIL in the house, and should we be praying for his balance and/or your sanity?
DerJohn, sounds like Kris is on a roll - how many books has she written so far? Any new pics of your layout to post?
Jerry, I hope the Cardinals beat Houston tonight (and maybe that the Brewers would beat Chicago...that'd help). It was good to find out they're at the .500 mark now. Good to hear Sallie will be back in communication with you soon. Rest up and take care of your knees, too.
Planning on finishing the radio station tower this weekend with the extra day off. I'm going to add a tapering base (kind of tripod-like) to go under the straight (triangular cross section) top/main part of the tower. Maybe assemble some more freight car kits, too - I have some 3-bay hoppers, 2-bay covered hoppers, and a handful of Athearn BB kits (mostly flats) and some P2K tank car kits to pick from. But what I really need to do, is to get back on the wiring leads for the track wiring hookup...
Well, that'll be it for me right now. See everyone tomorrow morning!
It's raining here as I type...ICE CREAM on me, Everyone! Powere has popped a couple times, but the internet is still up so far.
***Jeffrey, the autographed picture sounds cool. I have enjoyed the Next Generation series. Certainly a major upgrade in special effects from the original, although I still enjoy those very much, too. My older sisters were "in lust" with James Kirk back then. As for the Voyager series, something about Capt. Janeway's nasal, whiny voice always bothered me a bit. Although the series does have it's own merits. And the Deepspace 9 had the dissadvantage of being stationary, so although I watched then, sometimes they seemed a bit to soap opera like. Just my take on it.
My new (N) Bachmann 2-8-0 arrived early. That was quick! Tried it out, runs fine, think it will require a little break-in period to reach it's potential. As is (out of the box), I can't say that it is as quiet as my MP, Roundhouse and Kato steamers or has any better speed control. Still not bad at all. Will touch it with lube and run it a bit more when I have time and see if it doesn't quiet up a bit. Impressive detailing!
I've been doing some ballasting work today.
***Jeffrey, are you a Trek fan, or all things Sci Fi? Falling into the latter camp, I use to build giant dragons (9' on up to 15') and compete in Sci Fi conventions (and collect all the money available on Halloween each year). I've been eyeing one of those old SciFi movie series on eB-y lately, but until I have ALL the RR models I want, however cheap that movie set is, it is down on my list for now. Closest I came to meeting Shatner was seeing his briefcase while photographing soem champion horses in Kentucky a few years back. (No, I didn't search it for a Phaser).
Round #2 for working on more house stuff here. "DING" Rob
Just spending some time here surfing the net and watching some TV. Murder, she wrote, to be exact. Star Trek: Voyager comes on at three and no way am I missing that.
I changed my mind once I got to Tijuana Flats for my lunch. I ended up getting the Blackened Chicken Ultimate Nachos!
Man! They about had to roll me outta there!