Hi All,

The back operation went very well and my legs are working without giving me pain equal to a broken limb. Although there were no promises regarding general back pain that I've had for 50+ years there has been a considerable improvement. Shame the NHS thought they could defer until I was unable to move, was it worth the eventual private cost of £6 K, yes worth every penny.

However now she who must be obeyed has pushed me into buying a holiday caravan by the sea. As a result all builds will slow down (even more).

I have started again as I can stoop without pain and have been cladding the wooden wall liner with embossed plasticard. Had to make up a scene as I played. Quite a busy road in the morning. All still a little raw, but you get the idea of the scenic fiddle yard/sidings. Why have loads of track doing nothing for you ??

Off to the seaside tomorrow for just over a week ...... enjoy yourselves ..........

Dad-1