I was hoping you had your toes in the sand, with a drink in your hand and the beautiful Natasha by your side.
One out of three is good... My, (shod), toes were in the sand but it was in the back yard. The beaches...not until September.
Natasha is frequently by my side.
what do you call a bunch of old farts who play with toy trains ???
That's easy,
"Old farts playing with trains".
I recently annoyed someone on another forum, when I equated serious operations with the work I retired from, and that I enjoyed
"playing" with my trains. Everyone has a different view as to what is
"serious" model railroading, but some folks are
"seriously" offended by someone who tries to replicate his workplace, but does so as recreation.
Our friend Guy's gift of Alberta forest fire smoke, is really becoming a hazard for some people. Additionally, we have added several local Jersey forest fires, one within about 7 miles of where I live. Gag. Never thought I would need a self contained breathing apparatus to water the flowersor takeout the garbage.




Local fire was 70% contained this morning, and fortunately, there is little wind right now. Actually had to turn the AC on, not becaause it is that hot, (upper 70s), but because the windows cannot be opened.
Future project? I have three Walthers SW-1s, (2 PRR and 1 B&M). One will remain PRR, (Keystone scheme, 1966 number), one will become PC, and the third, Reading. I have a Cannon Cab, the only issue, is the stack. Any suggestions ? BTW, check out the tank car at the top of the picture.