The Mogollon Railroad

[nachoman]

Last week was one of those painfully depressing weeks that come with unemployment. After sending out stacks of resumes and receiving little or no response, eventually a worthless feeling sets in. After a week of feeling worthless and somewhat panicked, I reorganized myself into "plan B" mode, and now I feel a little better. I re-committed myself to do whatever it takes, be a little unconventional, and put a stronger emphasis to branch into other industries. For now, I will put the idea of getting another career type job in my science field on the back burner, and concentrate on getting certifications or training that I can use in related industries. I am a smart guy, and I know I can be extremely useful to somebody. In the meantime, I will try to use my knowledge and skills to pick up odd jobs for friends, neighbors, or family.

I had been spending my modeling time on rolling stock rather than my layout in the event I had to relocate. I decided that relocating is plan C or D, and until that is inevitable I may as well have a little fun running trains. I cleaned up my layout room, cleaned off the layout and tracks, and took a photo for this week's photo fun thread - only to recognize all that blue foam and white sculptamold was an eyesore. I had a gallon of "oops" brown paint in my workshop, and I figured it wouldn't cost anything or take much time to at least paint my landscape a tan color. I still don't have the rocks carved or groundcover glued on, but at least it is better than blue and white. Here are the results: