Watched all my train DVD's, my plans for modeling being on hold I am slowly loosing the plot.
Had idea's for my new project but now unsure.
May just pass all the stock, track and buildings over to "monkey"
Don't give up just yet, I have been separated from my layout since I broke my ankle in november, but I am still raring to go, just as soon as I can safely climb the ladder again (wont be long now) for Ihave a four new locos to run in, and a new rake of maroon mark 1's to try behind them, not fogetting the Blue Pullman that arrive a week after I came out of hospital.
Hang in there Mike, I know only too well what it is like not being able to do anything because of medical problems. However the time will pass and you will be able to get back to doing what you want on your layout, perhaps a good way of breaking you in is helping monkey to get up and running with her layout.
cheers John.
Go on you Tube and watch all the excellent N Gauge/Scale layouts, that should pass some time. :tv:
I agree with Owl this hobby is much bigger than just working on a layout, there are times when its to hot that I don't go out into the shed to work on the trains, I read mags, watch DVDs, read books and search the www to gain information about our hobby, just hang in there and things will be OK.
Sounds like time to plan a diorama or box file layout, don't forget we're all batting for you and looking forward to your return to your layout. In the meantime you'll no doubt continue to give us the benefit of your wit and wisdom. As you're on the computer you could always use one of the track programs to plan the layout of your dreams if the lottery came up! and don't forget to share that with us. Very best wishes :wave:
David
Have my shoe box layout set up but need to still solder the power feeds on so can only look at them till next week. Can't even play trains.
Don't want to do any more box layouts and although I fancy doing a couple of dioramas again having the modeling ban imposed does not help.
Get bored watching youtube videos. I find constant computer usage at present does my brain in.
I take it Nurse Jazzy has put her foot down then Mike :D she just wants to make sure you are fully recovered so you are in fine fettle when you help her get started on her layout. Deep breaths, relax, get yourself right, then you will be back up and running in no time :thumbsup:
Agree with Dave, get some rail mags or DVDs in and just get comfy. Plenty time for modelling when you're fit and well, so either read/watch some train stuff for inspiration or if you don't fancy sitting at the computer to do some "what if?" planning why not just get a good old pencil and paper and sketch some ideas? :thumbsup:
May not be ideal having to sit and be a good boy, but face it it's better than the alternative ;)
Paul
Hope your mojo returns soon, Mike.
It happens to many of us, even though your circumstances have been forced on you through illness :(
I'm sure you'll bounce back :thumbsup:
You know the rules - nothing till Monday.
You could always sort out some more stuff for my Geography project. :)
:laughabovepost: :laughabovepost: :laughabovepost: :laughabovepost:
Paul
Quote from: monkey on February 21, 2013, 12:03:35 PM
You know the rules - nothing till Monday.
You could always sort out some more stuff for my Geography project. :)
Oooh, you're a hard task-mistress, Jazzy !!! :laughabovepost:
Quote from: Hailstone on February 20, 2013, 05:54:13 PM
Don't give up just yet, I have been separated from my layout since I broke my ankle in november, but I am still raring to go, just as soon as I can safely climb the ladder again (wont be long now) for Ihave a four new locos to run in, and a new rake of maroon mark 1's to try behind them, not fogetting the Blue Pullman that arrive a week after I came out of hospital.
If you mention the "Blue" thing again I'll come back over and break the other ankle !!
Jazzy, I thought it was only till the weekend. You youngsters sure know how to stretch things.
Hang in there "Oldman". I'm suffering from "cabin fever" as its been too cold to go down to the Railway room this year.
Jerry
Quote from: Jerry Howlett on February 22, 2013, 09:42:28 AM
Quote from: Hailstone on February 20, 2013, 05:54:13 PM
Don't give up just yet, I have been separated from my layout since I broke my ankle in november, but I am still raring to go, just as soon as I can safely climb the ladder again (wont be long now) for Ihave a four new locos to run in, and a new rake of maroon mark 1's to try behind them, not fogetting the Blue Pullman that arrive a week after I came out of hospital.
If you mention the "Blue" thing again I'll come back over and break the other ankle !!
I SURRENDER!!!
Now why did this come to mind?? :D
(http://whatculture.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/misery_l.jpg)
Paul
Where did you get the picture of "Mrs H" from.
She likes the idea but is starting to refer to me as master B...... :-[
Quote from: Jerry Howlett on February 23, 2013, 10:03:43 AM
Where did you get the picture of "Mrs H" from.
She likes the idea but is starting to refer to me as master B...... :-[
:laughabovepost: :laughabovepost:
You'll be the death of me Jerry, if Scotsoft doesn't beat you to it :no:
Quote from: newportnobby on February 23, 2013, 10:05:33 AM
Quote from: Jerry Howlett on February 23, 2013, 10:03:43 AM
Where did you get the picture of "Mrs H" from.
She likes the idea but is starting to refer to me as master B...... :-[
:laughabovepost: :laughabovepost:
You'll be the death of me Jerry, if Scotsoft doesn't beat you to it :no:
As if - I am as pure as the driven slush :angel:
Quote from: scotsoft on February 23, 2013, 05:49:01 PM
As if - I am as pure as the driven slush :angel:
TOOOOO MUCH Detail, at least it's not yellow snow I hope.
Back on subject, I have been given dispensation to play with my track plan on the non visible section of my layout tomorrow..
Does that mean you finished the Geography project? :laugh:
Quote from: Pengy on February 23, 2013, 10:57:14 PM
Does that mean you finished the Geography project? :laugh:
Ha Ha, told her just to go outside and do her own reseach - it is on Antartica and not due in till the end of March.
If Jazzy wants to study Antartica she could nip over here and clear the snow of my satellite dish. (My first task this morning).
(http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd518/JerryHowlett/P2240002_zps11834ecd.jpg)
No its NOT on the roof....luckily
Jerry - we were just looking at our pictures from when we were in Lucca last May....NICE TOWN !! We were on a "Grand Tour" of Italy with Great Rail Journeys (an excellent operator) - stayed 4 nts in Rome , 3 in Florence , 3 in Venice & 1 in Turin . I particularly remember trying to get some photos of the tower with the trees on the top (not easy with all those narrow streets & tall buildings !) and also the gorgeous enclosed arena with houses & cafes all round the inside . When we were in Florence , we went to Lucca by train for a day . Mind you , I don't remember seeing any snow then.....it was a very pleasant 25 deg C !! Cheers , Ric (& Joyce)
Hi Ric,
Lucca is a lovely place we are about 40kms north east of there . May is a good time , fewer tourists and its not too hot. Today however today I couldn't get to Lucca if I tried the car is buried until Mrs H gets her snow shovel out... OW! The "arena" is the site of the original Roman amphitheatre, our grandson was very interested in it as they had filmed a bit there for .....TOP GEAR . Kids!
Grandad you can work on your layout now, but if you could build my baseboard soon Pretty please.
Quote from: monkey on February 27, 2013, 08:56:49 PM
Grandad you can work on your layout now, but if you could build my baseboard soon Pretty please.
Cheeky monkey, I'll see what I can do. You need to tidy your room first(Properly)
Quote from: Oldman on February 27, 2013, 09:20:46 PM
Quote from: monkey on February 27, 2013, 08:56:49 PM
Grandad you can work on your layout now, but if you could build my baseboard soon Pretty please.
Cheeky monkey, I'll see what I can do. You need to tidy your room first(Properly)
Fairs fair Jazzy, Grandad did what he was told when he got home from hospital so you must too, so make that bedroom shine and you will soon have new baseboards to be proud of :thumbsup:
Quote from: Lawrence on February 27, 2013, 09:47:16 PM
Fairs fair Jazzy, Grandad did what he was told when he got home from hospital so you must too, so make that bedroom shine and you will soon have new baseboards to be proud of :thumbsup:
Miracles I can do but the impossible may be a teenagers bedroom :claphappy: