Good Morning,

Rick thanks for the coffee and breakfast. At least the water consumption is an easy fix. For whatever reason as we get older we tend to drink less; I saw it both with my Dad and my FIL. I hope to avoid that issue. Looks like the Bison is keeping an eye on you.

Mike to answer your question I'll be working on a lathe from SW for the Shed and am currently working on 2 log bunks; something small to show purpose for the Shed's existence.

What's your plans.

It's a cloudy 72 with a high of 73 and a wee bit muggy. Taking Ellie to the dentist this afternoon for some dental work; let's just say my wallet will be screaming at me afterwards. Chiropractor for me shortly then maybe a little time at the bench.

Have a great and safe day!!! Be well.

Rick that's a wise move getting a place you can call home. I've often wondered, but never said anything, if all that driving sitting in that position might have something to do with your recurring situation. Best of luck on the closing and I bet Star will really enjoy the snow next winter.

Tom sorry to hear about your sister and nice you're going to visit.

Jerry stay cool. Power companies just suck sometimes.

Looks like you gots some work to do; carry on.

Mike the layout looks like a real winner. Dave Meeks has some amazing layouts in his studio; great place to start; enjoy.

Philip thanks!

Mike the details are the fun part; at least for me so thanks.

Good Morning,

Rick thanks for the coffee and I did find some goodies in your pantry. Started working a 2 logging bunks yesterday for inside the Shed; gotta have something to work on. Nice photo.

Curt nice loco photos. I guess the first one makes you wonder if you're coming or going; sorry couldn't resist. Hope the bench time goes well for you.

What's the rest of you doing.

It's 70 with a high of 88 and rain likely, so They say. It made it to 91 yesterday; way too early for those kinds of temps. We have two eye appointments this afternoon for exams but doubtful I'll be getting new glasses sine I can see just fine; that's how they make their money. Maybe some bench time this am and then again maybe not.

Have a great and safe day!! Be well.

Morning Again,

Rick that is some fine looking farmland and hope the weather stays calm.

Tom yea modeling can be very therapeutic and glad you're able to get your skills back.

Ron I did work outside for a few hours this am but came back in s short time ago; going to 90 and that's too dang hot for me so I'll hit the bench this afternoon.

Dave best of luck with the cataract surgery.

Jerry yes the dirt pile is gone, raked the area off then through down some topsoil over that. Next will be grass seed.

Have a great day y'all.

Morning Gents,

The morning beverages are set to go. Breakfast is hash and 2 eggs anyway you prefer them, English Muffins with butter or assorted jams and jellies.

Tom O. that's quite an ambitious project and looking forward to your interpretation.

What's on your agenda.

It's a cloudy 62 with a high of 91. Glad I installed the portable A/C unit upstairs yesterday; gonna need it. A few errands to run shortly but not too sure about the rest of the day. If the rain holds off then it's some more outside work; if not it'll be bench time.

Have a safe and enjoyable day!! Be well.

Curt and Rick thanks.

Rick thanks for the tip, I'll file it for future use.

Jerry thank you.

Dang Tom!! Nice find and look to be in mint condition; congrats finding the honey hole.

Time for an update.



In between everything going on I have been able to grab a little bench time here and there. After spray painting the cabinet grey with a rattle can I proceeded to use various colored chalks and clear alcohol to color all the details as well as the cabinet. I also added chain by the doorway.



Here's the same cabinet looking though the doorway of the shed. I added a piece of 12 x 12 inch block in between the rails to act as a stop so cars don't end up off the end of the track.



Speaking of track here's the main track going into the shed. Since this is a private right of way I decided to have more distance between the rails. The ties are 2x10's grained, then colored with raw umber chalk and clear alcohol. I set my square on the diorama to line up the ties so they would be square to the shed. Measured from the edge of the tie to the rail in a few different places to get the rails straight. I weathered the sides of the rails before I glued them down with super glue. The second rail was a little tricky. Added some glue to the underside of the rail then grabbed my track gauges. After lining up the rail with the floor rail I quickly started laying the rail flat onto the ties using my gauges to keep....well everything in gauge. Did a test check with a set of wheels and everything was as it should be. Lastly I added the 32 spikes to further hold the rails in place and in gauge.



This photo shows the rail sides all weathered. Any raw edges on the ties will be covered with scenery dirt. I also may add another short section of track on the frontside of the first track.

Next I'll probably work on the 2 items I have from Sierra West before moving on. That's about it for now and thanks for stopping by. All comments and/or any suggestions are always greatly appreciated.

Kyle looks good so let the flying foam begin!!!

MJ great job on the coloring; I almost expect to seeing him move out of the photo.

Good Morning,

Tom sorry to hear about Emee's eye; I'm sure the meds will help. Having a pet is almost like having a child; been there...done that.

Curt thanks for the coffee and breakfast. Sounds like a busy day ahead; pace yourself.

Rick nice photo. I'm right there with you on the USPS; hope you get your mail soon. That's a plus to being mobile....you can relocate when the weather gets bad; stay safe.

Mike enjoy the game and the ribs.

How's everyone else doing.

It's a sunny 62 with a high of 79. Finished raking off the area on the side of the driveway then emptied out the 3 half whiskey barrel planters and used that soil on top of the fill so grass would grow. I bought inserts for the planters so the amount of soil needed for planting will be a lot less. As nice as it looks outside I think today will be a rest day and maybe some bench time as well.

Have a safe and enjoyable day!! Be well.

Good Morning,

Curt thanks for the coffee and breakfast. Outside work can deter your modeling efforts but enjoy making up the details.

Rick the USPS is struggling and has been for years. I'm expecting down the road, maybe not in my lifetime, that it'll go bust; especially with so many doing everything online now. Star looks so small next to that sculpture but don't tell her I said that.

Karl I'm right there with you on the NBA. haven't watched or followed in years; only college on occasion. Being out and about can be tiring; must be the reminder of the inevitable.

Tom enjoy your day with Pam. I for one vote for nap time in the car and hope you have a great meal.

Mike that must be one big set of ribs to smoke for 7 hours; a pipe only lasts about maybe thirty minutes.

Dave good luck with your surgery next Tuesday and if it's any consolation we're getting about the same weather here in N.Y.

What's on your todo list.

It's a sunny 54 with a high of 78; time to put in the portable A/C unit this morning. Made it to the bench for about an hour or so yesterday. As much as I would like to be outside today the weather noobs are calling for rain later. Maybe some bench time?

Have a great and safe day!! Be well.