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Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, July 12, 2006 10:15 PM

It is nice to return to the Depot Diner.

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Posted by railcar on Wednesday, July 12, 2006 10:39 PM

Nice to be back.

New name been around for many years.

I dont think I have ever posted here.

But I will send the diner a coupler of boxes of Tim Horton donuts and a couple of

big tins of coffee for the am.

Have great night.

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Posted by Limitedclear on Wednesday, July 12, 2006 11:12 PM

Welcome. I'm bringing back bacon and some Bradors...

 

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Posted by locomutt on Wednesday, July 12, 2006 11:17 PM
 railcar wrote:

Nice to be back.

New name been around for many years.

I dont think I have ever posted here.

But I will send the diner a coupler of boxes of Tim Horton donuts and a couple of

big tins of coffee for the am.

Have great night.



I'm sure the cook will appreciate that,she's still having a bit of trouble finding a few
things after the remodelling got done. And Sign - Welcome [#welcome] to the Diner.Cool [8D]

Larry,the chocolate cake(s) have been taken care of,"kitty" will be able to have some
first thing in the morning.Big Smile [:D]
Did you notice if her hammock is back in place or not? Been a bit busy with a few
other things to really notice.Wink [;)]

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Posted by broarthur on Thursday, July 13, 2006 12:10 AM
It's my first time in here, but I like it, just let me have a coke and I'll sit back and listen for a little while.  And if I know something that might be interesting I'll pass it along.
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Posted by Rick Gates on Thursday, July 13, 2006 3:18 AM

Just stopped on to see what condition our condition is in........Hey!  Jim,  What is this leftover stuff......tastes like mud-chicken!    Well - back to work!  We have a schedule to keep!  Wink [;)]

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Posted by cherokee woman on Thursday, July 13, 2006 5:44 AM
Good Thursday morning, everyone!  I see we've had a few new ones in overnight.  Want to give you a
big Sign - Welcome [#welcome] to the Depot Diner and Coffee Shop!! 

Fresh coffee is ready, and I've made orange juice this morning, and some lemonade. 

Believe I said last night, that we had some news for today, and would be having a celebration.  Well,
we will combine a WELCOME BACK EVERYONE! celebration with a BIRTHDAY
celebration:

Happy B-Day [bday]wishes to Jim, our illustrious owner.

We will have pizza for lunch today.  Just need to get the birthday boy to tell me what kind of pizza
he wants!! 

Everyone have a great day!!
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Posted by edblysard on Thursday, July 13, 2006 5:54 AM

And the beat goes on...

Drums keep pounding a rhythm to the brain….

I think I need a cup or two of coffee after all of that...but like the way you have redecorated the place.

Seems the kitty Mascot is missing, along with the dusty pheasent.

Ed

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Posted by Mookie on Thursday, July 13, 2006 6:10 AM

Dunce [D)]  Wow - I am overwhelmed.  Haven't found much of anything yet - but it is early. 

This will take a little getting used to - but so far, so good.  Think I will hide out under the table until the diner clears out a little.

Wait for Sir Chicken.

Sharpen the cutlery.

Redesign fur.

Check out new litter.

Tune up for Happy Birthday to Jim! (Yow)

Just a new day in Happy Land!

Moo......

 

 

 

 

 

She who has no signature! cinscocom-tmw

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Posted by edblysard on Thursday, July 13, 2006 6:32 AM

Ok,

Now the place is starting to feel like home.

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Posted by JoeKoh on Thursday, July 13, 2006 6:42 AM

Happy B-Day [bday] to Jim!! well the rain decided to come into work last night.a section of ceiling came out with a burst and a wall of water came flowing down. no one was hurt just had to clean up the mess.welcome back everyone and welcome new customers.

stay safe

Joe

Deshler Ohio-crossroads of the B&O Matt eats your fries.YUM! Clinton st viaduct undefeated against too tall trucks!!!(voted to be called the "Clinton St. can opener").

 

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Posted by locomutt on Thursday, July 13, 2006 7:05 AM
Mookie,welcome back,have you found the new hammock yet?
I finally saw it last night,and IIRC it had a book on it (in it) for you.Smile,Wink, & Grin [swg]

Jim Happy B-Day [bday] Now HOW OLD are you this year??Mischief [:-,] 

Sign - Welcome [#welcome]Back to everyone;and for all the new patrons here that aren't aware;
DON'T MIFF THE CAT OR THE COOK!!!!

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Posted by blhanel on Thursday, July 13, 2006 7:06 AM
Happy B-Day [bday], Jim!
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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, July 13, 2006 7:43 AM
Happy Birthday JIM!!!
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Posted by CopCarSS on Thursday, July 13, 2006 7:56 AM

Happy B-Day [bday] Jim! Hope you have a great one!

So after digging around in the closet for awhile last night, I discovered we're only allowed so much room in our signature line. Alas! it seems as though I won't be able to keep a picture in my signature line anymore. Soooo...

Would there be anyone opposed to me posting a picture now and again in the diner to keep the place fresh looking? I only ask as a good majority of my work is non- rail related (though I will try to post train themed images when available).

Well, must be off. Hope MC makes it in here soon. It's supposed to be nearing the century mark for the next 3 or 4 days. That's almost warm enough to cook a chicken! Shock [:O]

Oh yes, a big Sign - Welcome [#welcome] to all our new patrons!

-Chris
West Chicago, IL
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Posted by chad thomas on Thursday, July 13, 2006 10:28 AM
Happy birthday Jim !!!!!!!!
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Posted by cherokee woman on Thursday, July 13, 2006 11:12 AM
Well, I haven't heard anything from the Birthday Boy, so, if I remember correctly, his favorite pizza is
pepperoni.  So there are several pepperoni pizzas made up for lunch today, along with a few supreme
pizzas, and a couple of
veggie pizzas.

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Posted by rvos1979 on Thursday, July 13, 2006 11:27 AM

Morning all........

Wow, quite the redesign in here.  I like it though, will take some time to get used to the new features, but I am on a few other forums that are of the same design.  Bergie's crew did a wonderful job on the place!

Not a lot new here, Maw Nature is cranking up the heat and humidity for the weekend, it's already pretty uncomfortable outside.  Just hope it cools down in time for the fairs (Dane county is next weekend, Racine county is the weekend after.).  I volunteered (read:  I opened my big mouth) for the job of ice man for the Racine County Fair, selling ice to the vendors.  Should be fun, it should be the coolest job at the fair (literally!).

Welcome to all the new members, and happy birthday Jim!!

Randy Vos

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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, July 13, 2006 12:19 PM

You mean last nights phone call didn't count ? 

I can handle the "P" pizza if there are other things with it, like hamburger and tons of mushrooms.  (I love mushrooms  Tongue [:P] . )   You can add some sausage, diced onions, and some green or red peppers if you want.  Heck, you can just make a mushroom pizza for me. 

Have you guys ever tried any of the breakfast pizzas?  I tried, are you ready for this . . . the sausage gravy breakfast pizza.  Big Smile [:D]   It is ok.  Smile [:)]

Thanks for all the birthday wishes.  Walt, I am 28.  Since dad is 29 you know I can not be older than him.   Clown [:o)]  Of course he has been 29 for as long as I can remember.  But you know what they say, you are as young as you feel.  Therefore, I am 97.  Shock [:O]

I sure am looking forward to Friday's fish fry.  I just wish my Friday and the real Friday were one and the same.  Maybe in a few weeks they will be.  But that is a story in the making so I can not say anything about it.  Cool [8D]

Everyone Take Care

 

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Posted by CNW 6000 on Thursday, July 13, 2006 1:16 PM
So who ordered the heat up here?  I thought WI was supposed to be the land of snow!  That'd be too much to ask for anyway....anyone going to Chicago for the CNW heritage unit unveiling?  By the way...Happy B-Day [bday] to Jim!

Dan

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Posted by mudchicken on Thursday, July 13, 2006 2:04 PM

// staggers into the diner......Um, I feel somehow changed since the last time I wandered through....feels kinda breezy.....Um, oh wow, oopsBlush [:I] - BERGIE, I NEED MY DIRTY  ORANGE FEATHERS BACK, PLEASE! - Blush [:I]Blush [:I]Blush [:I]

 

55 gallon drum of Gatorade "to go" please!

Who let the cat around the sharp implements? Claws aren't enough?

Mooks: Heading east (finally) to just across the river from Nebrasky in the next 10 days (Grain elevator finally paid off the lien so the new owner can get busy)

CopCar/Chris: Got the chance today at MSCD Auraria to see what happens when a laborer turns the wrong valve on a concrete truck (trying to fill his bucket with water) and shoots 50 gallons of water to the mix!Laugh [(-D]

Mudchicken Nothing is worth taking the risk of losing a life over. Come home tonight in the same condition that you left home this morning in. Safety begins with ME.... cinscocom-west
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Posted by JoeKoh on Thursday, July 13, 2006 3:47 PM

well matt and I will take some pizza for sure.mother nature is warming things up.it is my friday today.we made some fresh lemonade for everyone. stay cool

stay safe

Joe

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Posted by CShaveRR on Thursday, July 13, 2006 5:08 PM

Happy birthday to the boss-man!  Hope you got air-conditioning on your cab-rides for tonight.

Glad to see the "big guns" back in here today.  Maybe I'll be back a little more often.

Carl

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Posted by cherokee woman on Thursday, July 13, 2006 5:20 PM
Since I've been busy doing some necessary cleaning this afternoon, here is the supper menu for tonight:

BLTS w/fries and cole slaw

Dessert:  your choice of Jim's birthday cake (white w/white frosting & birthday decorations) or a
chocolate cake.  There is also plenty of ice cream to go with the cake.

Joe:  Thanks for making some more lemonade.  With this heat, lemonade sure does hit the spot.

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Posted by Kozzie on Thursday, July 13, 2006 5:23 PM

I agree Mudchicken - I'm a bit dazed too.Sleepy [|)]..and don't forget, being "downunder" I'm also upside down! ha ha......just enjoyed a good hot strong coffee with a crispy bacon and egg muffin for breakfast!  For real too, Dinner [dinner]  not just here in the Diner....it's going to be a little while before I am fully confident with the Forum in this new format....hope I'm not alone about that...Blush [:I]

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Posted by Limitedclear on Thursday, July 13, 2006 5:41 PM

Yeah, and it is WAAAY too hard to delete a post on this new site if you goof or just want to test your posts. I just put the Erie logo on and was testing it, wow, I thought it was gonna take an act of Congress to delete the test post...

 

I need a beer...better be a Molson Export today...

 

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Posted by CSXrules4eva on Thursday, July 13, 2006 5:44 PM

 So....this is what the new format looks like. Hummm... interesting. Actually, it's pretty cool once you get the hang of it. I do miss some of the things the old format had. However, the new format is much better in terms of hosting URLs and various pictures, in certain types of format. No longer do you have to have a web site "host" a picture for you if you would like to post in on these forums. The new format hosts the pics for you. Unfortunitly, it doesn't allow you to "download" pics directly off of your hard drive, unless you have Avatar activated, which doesn't effect posting pics in messages. I believe if you want to post a pic you it has to be backed up, by a valid protocal, if that makes any sence. You can also hiperlink now, w/o useing what I like to call the old "bracketing" method, that all of us used to have to do.

Since, I'm still on the verge of experamenting with the new format.....here is a pic that I took of the Struckaa Viaduct in Upper Susquehanna County, PA.

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Posted by CopCarSS on Thursday, July 13, 2006 5:45 PM
 mudchicken wrote:

CopCar/Chris: Got the chance today at MSCD Auraria to see what happens when a laborer turns the wrong valve on a concrete truck (trying to fill his bucket with water) and shoots 50 gallons of water to the mix!Laugh [(-D]

He he he...we've done that a time or three. Best occurence didn't involve a laborer, though. A city inspector was on one of our R&R jobs, and he got some concrete on his boots while testing the slump. While trying to wash off his boots, he hit the wrong valve at first, and forgot to turn it off. The concrete passed tests until we discovered that he had added around 30-40 gallons into the mix! Ooooops!

-Chris
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Posted by tree68 on Thursday, July 13, 2006 5:50 PM
 CSXrules4eva wrote:
Since, I'm still on the verge of experamenting with the new format.....here is a pic that I took of the Struckaa Viaduct in Upper Susquehanna County, PA.

Sarah - Isn't that just the most amazing structure?!?  And to think it was built around 1850....

When I went to take a look at it, I came in from the north (off NYS17).  Rounded a corner and THERE IT WAS!  Wow!  One of these days I have to catch it with a train on it.  Did you go up to Susquehanna and check out that station?

Think I finally have my account straightened out.  I'll take that other 55 gallon drum of Gatorade.  Believe I'll head south and work on the railroad again this weekend.  Highs are supposed to hit 90, and I can't spend all my time in the air conditioned coach.

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Posted by CShaveRR on Thursday, July 13, 2006 6:46 PM
Hey, Sarah, did you save any snow from that picture of the Starucca Viaduct?  It would feel good about now.  Or maybe it would just sizzle a little before it melts.--AMG

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