Phil Copleston

Union Pacific restoration of Big Boy #4014: Commentary from Trains Magazine worth reading http://cs.trains.com/trn/b/staff/archive/2013/07/26/southern-4501-norfolk-amp-western-611-and-now-union-pacific-4014-can-it-get-any-better-than-this.aspx

is trying to get a quart into a pint pot! The new 'railway workroom' is a little bigger than the old one, but still seems to have more stuff to methodically store than he started with!

Had some crazy news today. On the plus side the Handel that I've had in my head for over a week has been replaced by another piece of music as a result.

STOP PRESS: Union Pacific to acquire Big Boy #4014 for restoration - UP Official Announcement: http://www.uprr.com/newsinfo/releases/heritage_and_steam/2013/0723_4014.shtml

STOP PRESS: Union Pacific to acquire Big Boy #4014 for restoration - UP Official Announcement: http://www.uprr.com/newsinfo/releases/heritage_and_steam/2013/0723_4014.shtml

STOP PRESS: Union Pacific to acquire Big Boy #4014 for restoration - UP Official Announcement: http://www.uprr.com/newsinfo/releases/heritage_and_steam/2013/0723_4014.shtml

I'm finding the decorating a great way to relax from the stresses of modelling...

A large, stodgy pie

Half a pound of sausages

is thrilled to bits with his new Jaguar bass.Deal done at Bristol T.Meads! Always wanted one since I stupidly sold my '65 Hofner Violin.A lovely comfortable short scale instrument.

There's an even little man inside spray cans. He times it so they run out in the middle of a paintjob.

Quorn bolognaise

Of all the years not to be able to make Glastonbury - the Stones were stunning.

All set for 2nd British Lions Test Match!

"Coffee & Kit" - how's that for a high street franchise? Just picture it: Millions of tired office workers grabbing a coffee and a quick wagon build before heading home. Oh the prospects of it. McDonalds watch out.

Going back to basics and cutting out a loco footplate by hand. Most satisying!

Getting ready to watch Glastonbury on telly for the first time. Not sure how I'm going to feel about it - got used to going over the last thirty years.

Re6/6 is knackered after completing his 'downsizing' house move (never again!) and is now back on-line. Quarts into pint pots comes to mind. All that train stuff doesn't help.

You are the move you make Take your chances win or loser

Now got a new can of Railmatch Bauxite, and the Martin Wales Memorial Free Gift Box Van has now been officially repainted to commemorate this momentous event...!

Well that's extra large bin liner No.6 gone. How on earth have I managed to accumulate so much stuff I don't need, including enough electrical cables to wire a 747!

More Parkside kits! Aaaaarghhhh!

The free-to-recipient Martin Wales Memorial Box Van has received a major face lift, new components, including some of Mr Franks' excellent buffers, and is ready for the paintshop...

Must update this more often, just noticed I am still wishing everyone a Merry Christmas

Should have been at the Wigan show this weekend but sadly had to pull out due to Kim going in to hospital. The op was a great success and she's now enjoying six weeks r & r! I hope everyone has a great time at the show, we'll be there next year