Good Morning All. 70°, clear and sunny. Expecting 95° later today after only 91° yesterday. Start me off with some of
Chet's bacon this morning Francine. The best laid plans just don't always work out, yesterday went completely awry right after I logged off here. Wife's knee started giving her problems, so the grocery/beer trek got postponed until today, not a big deal except the crowds are larger. Then the tractor repairman had to postpone yesterday's appointment until Monday, might have to have the neighbor bring down his hay mower by then. At least the doctor appointment went well. He, a dermatologist, scraped/removed two spots for biopsy and said the other ones were normal "age spots" and presented no danger.
Thanks for the likes and comments on my latest structure;
Jerome, Patrick, Chet, Sherrel, Garry, Justin, Curt, Dave.
Out in the train shed, I added doors and windows and completed the Tire Shack structure. Surprisingly this kit either didn't come with clear styrene, or I misplaced it along the way. Of course like many long time modelers, I have far more extra than I will ever use anyway.
Hint to newer modelers: Use the styrene blister packaging on Atlas switches for windows if needed.
Added roof details and signs from the detailing stash.
And placed it on the layout where I think that it will fit in an optimal location.
I'll work on the parking lot and other exterior details and landscaping this weekend since I cannot mow!
Meanwhile, besides continuing to add weeds and more coarse ground foam to the peninsula, I have been scouting locations for the next scenery project. I'm looking for some smaller projects to do before tackling another large one like the peninsula. It is going on hiatus for a bit as I continue to look for suitable structures to add to the blank plywood; as well as taking some time to build the laser-cut small factory that I pictured about a month ago.
Patrick - I won't have to be too concerned with the "active" lifestyle with my wife just yet. About six months after the left knee is replaced, she goes for the right one. I don't anticipate too much
over-activity as she will be more than 70 years old by the time that recovery/rehab is done. Thanks for the warning though.
Johnny - I have a few additional progress pictures if you're interested in seeing more about the "kitbash".
Chet - I do believe that you're correct about it being the same building. I had an easier time cutting out these doors and windows than the fancy arched ones on the Masonic Lodge. Nice setting for your model. I may go back and open one of the doors; I only lightly glued them in as I foresaw future upgrading.
Sherrel - I also purchased 100 gallons of propane which gave me a slight edge!
Do you have any idea where that SLSF/ATSF picture was taken?
Garry - I like the whimsical scene. Is it temporary or permanent?
Louis - I hope that you survive the party.
Middle daughter's birthday today, I think that she'll be 38, gotta remember to
call text her.
Everybody have a great day and an even greater weekend if they still apply!