Quote === " In the end, though, it's my railway, and they're all going to have to run at some stage with overhead and third rail, though I may have the electrics on one circuit and steam on another."
I like (sorry that should be love) this attitude. I think it is all about having fun and for you also spending quality time with your son Ben helping you. This to me is what the hobby should be all about.
I even like the clutter all over the place as that reminds me of my forgotten railway room. Big sigh I ought to get my ar*e in gear.