Tag Archives: railway
Cat-astrophe?
I draw the line at cat pictures on my blog, but had to include this bit of tres-pussing. The BBC tells us that it took two-and-a-half hours to get the cat to leave its perch! I wonder whether the new … Continue reading
Potpourri #1017
No modelling progress – I’ve been enjoying the early spring sunshine, and reading one or two books. I must get back to some modelling again! The trouble is that there are so many great videos to watch on line. I’m … Continue reading
Potpourri #1016
Not much to report on the railway front. I was delighted to get my first covid-19 vaccination on Wednesday, but have felt a bit laid back for a couple of days after. Nothing untoward – well within the normal day-to-day … Continue reading
Rule 1…. and then some
We’ve all heard of Rule 1 – “It’s my railway…..” But thank you RMweb for these additional rules, that we all know are very true! Rule 2: “If it looks right, it is right” Rule 2a: “If it looks finished, … Continue reading
Thought for the day
Happy Valentine’s Day! Thought for the day from Jeff Conover on Facebook: “I would just like to say, that in the midst of everything going on in this world, how incredibly fortunate I feel to be able to indulge in … Continue reading
Potpourri #1015
It must be the snow and cold weather, as it is also the time for central heating failures. So the last few days have been occupied by getting the church heating fixed, before the building freezes solid. I suppose that … Continue reading
Potpourri #1014
The central heating has been playing up, so that’s been a great excuse to spend more time in the loft, with an efficient electric fire, and King Crimson streamed loudly to work by. I’ve been working with Plasticard to build … Continue reading
Potpourri #1013
Usual selection of links and photos follow…. Three Bridges in the late 1950’s – judging by the newish Mk II Hillman Minx pulling out of the station yard. And a Maunsell EMU – perhaps a 4COR or 6PAN in the … Continue reading
Potpourri #1012
Firstly today, for ESNG members, I’ve been shopping again….. Any ideas? Well, it’s a second-hand Z21 DCC set, with wi-fi. Just 6 months old, and spotted by Sean on the NGF emporium at a good price. So, ESNG have invested … Continue reading
Potpourri #1011 – Off to Taiwan
This delightful set of photos popped up on my Facebook feed. All in Mandarin, so I am totally unsure of ownership, but nothing on the post. Just a wonderful set of narrow gauge pictures. Looks like an ore or coal … Continue reading
