BROADTRAIN1979 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 In all tmes of trouble that we have in the world i can honestly say that apart from my wife i can turn to my layout and shut out what i dont wanna know, my layout comforts me with past memories that keep flooding back time after time which makes me feel there is something good and nostalgic to be proud of and not everything is destructive. Mark. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold beast66606 Posted January 25, 2012 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 25, 2012 Escapism - can't beat it from time to time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Oldddudders Posted January 25, 2012 RMweb Gold Share Posted January 25, 2012 Caring what goes on in the wider world is what separates humanity from the animals. Taking all those cares on your own shoulders is not recommended. A warm partner and a healthy hobby are invariably good for balancing things a little. Stick with it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Max Stafford Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Aye, this hobby helped keep me going during the scary times of the early '80s and it's still useful when the world gets a bit heavy. Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
'CHARD Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 When I look back too, the hobby has always been there like a security blanket, even during times of relatively little going on. I recall manning a remote office outpost for six months which was like the Carlsberg complaints telephone room - quiet as the grave. The area manager would come in for about fifteen minutes once a week, on a Friday, but the rest of the time there was simply nothing doing. I reckon I owe my sanity to BBC local radio and old Monty Wells articles from RM - because during this time I kept myself occupied crafting a Baby Deltic from Hornby donor engines. Even now, on long trips it's not just the thought of smiling faces waiting, but the personal Narnia that we each create, that fires the soul. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GC Jack Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Escapism - can't beat it from time to time. That hits it on the nail really. An hour or so modelling in the shed works wonders. Jack Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
halfwit Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Its called 'flow', having a passtime that engages you so thoroughly that you lose track of time. Building models has helped keep me sane through what has been a s**** 2011. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Physicsman Posted January 25, 2012 RMweb Premium Share Posted January 25, 2012 I agree with all the comments above. Working on my new layout is one of my "planks of sanity" for the next 2-3 years. And, with like-minded friends around, it's a centre for socialising as well. What a fantastic activity/hobby/therapy...whatever you call it. Those who sneer at "modellers" just haven't got a clue! Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coldgunner Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Been out of work 7 months now, started the layout in November and its kept me sane so far. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackRat Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 1.Known to many good folks ( coppers, men and women) ending up either going tilt (and having to 'retire)', hitting the bottle or topping themselves. 2.Without doubt, my hobby has saved my sanity, and who knows, with all I contend with, possibly even my life. 3. And if you think I am being melodramatic, refer again to 1 above. Its a great hobby, pure escapism. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnb Posted January 26, 2012 Share Posted January 26, 2012 I couldn't agree more with all the comments above. It's been a great relaxation and a sanity saver Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
APOLLO Posted January 26, 2012 Share Posted January 26, 2012 Best hobby I have. I started at age 11, now nearly 60. I have allways had a layout (or two !!) on the go since 1963. Now I'm retired I have a bit more time (but a bit less money) for my modelling. I like the old stuff (crescent signals, triang locos etc) along with the new stuff, it all runs on my 1960's era North Notts area layout. I have self learned many skills with this hobby, woodwork (b***dy rough, mind !!), electrical wiring (12V & 240V), artistry, spray painting, etc etc. My son never took much to model railways (he's into r/c aeroplanes) - but my twin girls love helping with the scenery and painting figures etc. Yes, they still help now and again. The wife is sometimes "press ganged" into helping as well !!. Wonderfull hobby. Brit15 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob D2 Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 Spot on guys, I start a new job in 2 weeks in the middle east, which will take me away from my family for 3 out of 4 weeks a month. To escape this reality, I have substituted my own in 4mm scale to calm me down and transport me back to a time when the world, wasn't, quite so c&*p. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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