Running Bear's August 2026 Coffee Shop
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My wife practically gives my daughter an open checkbook at school clothes time. I have learned to let them go without me and I stay home
with the dog.
And while fresh ground turkey is expensive like you noted, Walmart has some frozen ground turkey “logs” for around $2.69-2.99 (last I looked) — significantly cheaper than the fresh stuff in the meat section and for a meat sauce or chili type stew it works great.
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montanan
Whiskey Merchant
Good morning. I am going to give it a try again to post a few more photos of the shelf display. I did manage to get a few pigures in place, but still have many to paint.
Wille - Looking forward to see what you'll come up with on that blank slate.
Karl - Hope you heal soon.
Todd - Been there, done that. Years ago we replaced our old water heater with a tankless. Our old tank was in a space along side a closet. Did use a number of colorful words getting it out. We were on Natural gas and the tankless ended up saving over a quarter of our utility bill. There was a delay for hot water to appear at the tap, but you can have endless hot water. We had water going in the kitchen tap, dishwasher sinks in both bathrooms and the tub. Water flow did slow slightly, but it was always hot.
Rico has a good set of eyes. He picked out the No Trespassing sign upside down on the loading platform. Put a guy on that, Problem solved.
Adding figures sure make any scene more interesting.
I am going to have to put a paint brush to those cyclists. We didn't have the go fast racing suits when I grew up. It was shorts, T shirt and no pads if you had an accident. We survived.
Going to take the dogs up to the dam recreation area today and have to make a lunch and get going before it gets hot again. The forecast has temperatures dropping into the 80's, 70's and maybe even into the upper 60's.
They are my road warriors. They love to ride.
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Wille - Looking forward to see what you'll come up with on that blank slate.
Karl - Hope you heal soon.
Todd - Been there, done that. Years ago we replaced our old water heater with a tankless. Our old tank was in a space along side a closet. Did use a number of colorful words getting it out. We were on Natural gas and the tankless ended up saving over a quarter of our utility bill. There was a delay for hot water to appear at the tap, but you can have endless hot water. We had water going in the kitchen tap, dishwasher sinks in both bathrooms and the tub. Water flow did slow slightly, but it was always hot.
Rico has a good set of eyes. He picked out the No Trespassing sign upside down on the loading platform. Put a guy on that, Problem solved.
Adding figures sure make any scene more interesting.
I am going to have to put a paint brush to those cyclists. We didn't have the go fast racing suits when I grew up. It was shorts, T shirt and no pads if you had an accident. We survived.
Going to take the dogs up to the dam recreation area today and have to make a lunch and get going before it gets hot again. The forecast has temperatures dropping into the 80's, 70's and maybe even into the upper 60's.
They are my road warriors. They love to ride.
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migalyto
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I too have been on the receiving end of that wrath!
My wife practically gives my daughter an open checkbook at school clothes time. I have learned to let them go without me and I stay home
with the dog.
Texas Hobo
Well Known Hobo
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Yes! Yes! That's what I meant.
Texas Hobo
Well Known Hobo
Sticker Shock!! I see the smoke and ash from the wildfires up your way has landed on the automobiles
chadbag
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I found that adding a beef bouillon cube or two to your ground turkey or pork adds the beef flavor when making chili type stews, meat sauces, etc.
And while fresh ground turkey is expensive like you noted, Walmart has some frozen ground turkey “logs” for around $2.69-2.99 (last I looked) — significantly cheaper than the fresh stuff in the meat section and for a meat sauce or chili type stew it works great.
Texas Hobo
Well Known Hobo
Good morning, all! A rather cloudy morning, with a 40% chance of rain. Hopefully this cloud cover will break the 100 deg. hot streak. Like Willie we are heading out for groceries shortly. Maybe a little train time later.
Forum - It is a bit disappointing the issues have affected the forum. Since I enjoy this site, and it's the only social media I use I will continue to log in when I can. However, I will probably keep posts short and few if any photos.
STAY SAFE\
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Forum - It is a bit disappointing the issues have affected the forum. Since I enjoy this site, and it's the only social media I use I will continue to log in when I can. However, I will probably keep posts short and few if any photos.
STAY SAFE\
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Jim 68cuda
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Any members in New Jersey looking for a job? Spotted this Employment opportunity on Facebook just now.
After thinking about where I should post this, I also posted it as a new thread in General Discussion, so let me know if I should delete this one.
Atlas Model Railroad Co., Inc. is looking for a full-time, in-house Product Development/R&D team member to work from our Hillside, New Jersey office.
The position will support the development, review, and production of Atlas locomotives, rolling stock, track, accessories, and parts in N, HO, and O scale.
Primary responsibilities include:
-Assisting the Product Development team with researching, planning, and coordinating production runs for locomotives, rolling stock, track, accessories, and parts.
-Researching, specifying, and reviewing new model railroad products for possible production across N, HO, O and Z scale.
-Reviewing prototype information, drawings, test shots, pre-production samples, production samples, and incoming shipment samples for quality control, prototype accuracy, and scale-specific accuracy.
-Helping evaluate product function, appearance, compatibility, packaging, and overall quality across the Atlas product categories.
-Working with Atlas graphic artists to help develop artwork for monthly product releases, including locomotives, rolling stock, track, accessories, and parts.
-Supporting product managers with documentation, specifications, project tracking, and communication with vendors.
-Helping coordinate projects from initial research and product specification through tooling, sampling, production, and delivery.
-Helping ensure that products meet Atlas standards for prototype accuracy, appearance, function, packaging, and overall quality in N, HO, O and Z scale.
Qualifications:
-Knowledge of prototype and model railroads required.
-Familiarity with locomotives, rolling stock, track, accessories, and parts preferred.
-Working knowledge of N, HO, O and Z scale model railroading required or strongly preferred.
-Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other basic business software, including Word, Outlook, and Excel, required.
-Familiarity with AI tools and virtual meeting platforms preferred.
-Strong Microsoft Excel skills required.
-Good written and verbal communication skills.
-Ability to work carefully with technical details, product samples, drawings, and production information.
-Ability to compare prototype information and product specifications across different scales and product categories.
-Knowledge of DCC, sound systems, CAD software, graphic software, or manufacturing processes helpful.
-Prior model railroad industry, hobby retail, manufacturing, or product development experience a plus.
Some domestic travel may be required, with the possibility of international travel.
This is a full-time, in-house position based in Hillside, NJ. Benefits include 401(k), vacation/personal time, and healthcare insurance. Salary commensurate with experience.
Please email resume and related experience to [email protected].
After thinking about where I should post this, I also posted it as a new thread in General Discussion, so let me know if I should delete this one.
Atlas Model Railroad Co., Inc. is looking for a full-time, in-house Product Development/R&D team member to work from our Hillside, New Jersey office.
The position will support the development, review, and production of Atlas locomotives, rolling stock, track, accessories, and parts in N, HO, and O scale.
Primary responsibilities include:
-Assisting the Product Development team with researching, planning, and coordinating production runs for locomotives, rolling stock, track, accessories, and parts.
-Researching, specifying, and reviewing new model railroad products for possible production across N, HO, O and Z scale.
-Reviewing prototype information, drawings, test shots, pre-production samples, production samples, and incoming shipment samples for quality control, prototype accuracy, and scale-specific accuracy.
-Helping evaluate product function, appearance, compatibility, packaging, and overall quality across the Atlas product categories.
-Working with Atlas graphic artists to help develop artwork for monthly product releases, including locomotives, rolling stock, track, accessories, and parts.
-Supporting product managers with documentation, specifications, project tracking, and communication with vendors.
-Helping coordinate projects from initial research and product specification through tooling, sampling, production, and delivery.
-Helping ensure that products meet Atlas standards for prototype accuracy, appearance, function, packaging, and overall quality in N, HO, O and Z scale.
Qualifications:
-Knowledge of prototype and model railroads required.
-Familiarity with locomotives, rolling stock, track, accessories, and parts preferred.
-Working knowledge of N, HO, O and Z scale model railroading required or strongly preferred.
-Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other basic business software, including Word, Outlook, and Excel, required.
-Familiarity with AI tools and virtual meeting platforms preferred.
-Strong Microsoft Excel skills required.
-Good written and verbal communication skills.
-Ability to work carefully with technical details, product samples, drawings, and production information.
-Ability to compare prototype information and product specifications across different scales and product categories.
-Knowledge of DCC, sound systems, CAD software, graphic software, or manufacturing processes helpful.
-Prior model railroad industry, hobby retail, manufacturing, or product development experience a plus.
Some domestic travel may be required, with the possibility of international travel.
This is a full-time, in-house position based in Hillside, NJ. Benefits include 401(k), vacation/personal time, and healthcare insurance. Salary commensurate with experience.
Please email resume and related experience to [email protected].
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westtexjohn
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Slow forum today but I had to post this.
Item sold on e-bay................
Just a bit out of my budget.
John
Item sold on e-bay................
Just a bit out of my budget.
John
troyphoto
Snarky Old Fart (in training)
Well, howdy there internet peeps and those with dust bunnies
It's Troy again
Just got back from a trip to the Chiro, then the ortho walk-in clinic, then the pharmacy
Chiro said with my rollercoaster of pain, and major NSAID usage, he wanted me to go see either the Ortho or my Internist.
Figured the Walk-in ortho clinic is where the internist would send me. So I went there.
Saw a PA, got scripts for a Prednisone pack (7 pills day one, 6 on day two, etc), and a muscle relaxer (generic robaxin)
So, I'm hoping that the prednisone doesn't cause major cramping because I'm supposed to have Nsaids while taking it. The ortho guy suggested taking one pill every two hours to cut down on the cramping risk.
And, with no NSaids, I'm substituting Chocolate Chip cookies. They may not help the pain, but I do feel a little better.
Now, it is couch and heating pad time. Use the heat to attract the Meds to the right muscles.
It's Troy again
Just got back from a trip to the Chiro, then the ortho walk-in clinic, then the pharmacy
Chiro said with my rollercoaster of pain, and major NSAID usage, he wanted me to go see either the Ortho or my Internist.
Figured the Walk-in ortho clinic is where the internist would send me. So I went there.
Saw a PA, got scripts for a Prednisone pack (7 pills day one, 6 on day two, etc), and a muscle relaxer (generic robaxin)
So, I'm hoping that the prednisone doesn't cause major cramping because I'm supposed to have Nsaids while taking it. The ortho guy suggested taking one pill every two hours to cut down on the cramping risk.
And, with no NSaids, I'm substituting Chocolate Chip cookies. They may not help the pain, but I do feel a little better.
Now, it is couch and heating pad time. Use the heat to attract the Meds to the right muscles.
DeaconKC
Well-Known Member
Good afternoon folks it is 90 here, still hot but better than it has been.
Getting ready to put paint on some minis for a game convention in 2 weeks, but figured I would stop in here first. Mailed a guy a couple of older Kato SF F units and am getting One Kato SF F unit in return. The ones going out were not able to be easily swapped to DCC and his was a brand new DCC equipped one he bought by mistake. So we are both happy with the swap.
Anyway, you guys have a good afternoon.
Getting ready to put paint on some minis for a game convention in 2 weeks, but figured I would stop in here first. Mailed a guy a couple of older Kato SF F units and am getting One Kato SF F unit in return. The ones going out were not able to be easily swapped to DCC and his was a brand new DCC equipped one he bought by mistake. So we are both happy with the swap.
Anyway, you guys have a good afternoon.
migalyto
Well-Known Member
I would say someone wanted that awful bad!
shortwrench
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Does an EMD 567 prime mover have a default factory color or is it determined by the customer?
Every one I've been around has been a grey-ish color. They may have started out as Detroit Diesel green, for obvious reasons.
shortwrench
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Thanks.
chessie_system3
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Evening fellers. I hope all is well. Trying to keep my presence here. I know I'm hit or miss. More like far in between. Started the new job. So far seems ok. Can't say I'm shocked by anything. I'm going through manufacturer training though. That's always a plus. Something I begged for annually that never got answered. Technology is advancing too much in my field not to offer said training. Other good news. The misses and I celebrated 15 years together recently. Another milestone for us and hopefully we can get many more. That's all I have for now. I'll stop by again when I remember to do so. Hope everyone has a good night.
DeaconKC
Well-Known Member
Happy Anniversary!
I know, I have a twisted sense of humor.
Got some priming and base colors on some gaming minis tonight. One of them is going to wind up as a Food Truck on a HO Module I will be doing for the club I belong to. Taco de Gato, specializing in 100% organic, road found delicacies.
I know, I have a twisted sense of humor.
troyphoto
Snarky Old Fart (in training)
No Nsaids sucks.
The Prednisone is knocking down the pain. But it's not fare enough gone to actually fall asleep with. I've got the biofreeze roll on menthol pain relief... but it's not enough either,
Bed....
Recliner...
Couch...
Gonna be a long night until I'm tired enough to ignore the pain.
The Prednisone is knocking down the pain. But it's not fare enough gone to actually fall asleep with. I've got the biofreeze roll on menthol pain relief... but it's not enough either,
Bed....
Recliner...
Couch...
Gonna be a long night until I'm tired enough to ignore the pain.
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