My sons used to help me in the tight spots but since they're nearly 29 and been on their own for some time, nobody left to do things but me. Now, my right eye is blind with a cataract, need surgery but it won't be for some time. To say the least, driving is a challenge. I'm at the pont where I don't drive at night. 10 minutes ago, I just got a call saying someone very close to me has their cancer back. And it's not good. 57 years young. Now...that is tough. Bottom line...I'll model railroad until they take me outa here...it is still fun and keeps me dreaming. Everyday is a blessing, I try to get something done most days. And it is a blessing to share this hobby with you all and I thank you for being there.
John A. Albee, Realtor [email protected] Prudential Snyder Real Estate #1 Brickyard Drive Bloomington, IL 61701 Mobile 309-830-6097 Office 309-665-0787 www.johnalbee.com From: Bob Werre <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, February 9, 2012 9:34 AM Subject: Re: {S-Scale List} eyes, legs, knees etc. Since we've been talking about Ken's walking cane, Mike's eyes, Ed's back, John's eyes, my eyes, and I'm sure some have artificial joints--meaning we ain't what we used to be! A photographer's group I also belong to is in the same boat--we're trying to find a way to fasten our tripods to our motorised wheelchairs--you know the ones advertised constantly on TV! This all means we probably need to speed up our layout building or find some young kids to help in stringing wires under the layout, replacing switch machines and adjusting the track in the far corners of the layout. Years ago, I purchased several low book cases from a neighbor who once had an office furniture company. When it went belly-up only the junk remained, so I bought several of them. They are the perfect size to fit under the layout and hold at least two layers of magazines. The downside is that once my layout developed, I've had to move them around. That process is getting more difficult every year, so now it's to the point of being similar to musical chairs--no extra room unless you move a half dozen other items. The last move resulted in my unknowingly leaving a couple of wires loose under a control panel leading to the power source. My solution is to get my grand-daughter to retieve them up! I think her arms are long enough now but still thin enough to get into the area...while mine stopped growing 45 year ago, are too fat and becoming too stiff! Bob Werre PhotoTraxx.com
