07-04-2011, 12:17 PM
"Master Model Railroader" :
It's a "discipline", that requires prescribed steps, and tests, to achieve.
Once achieved, one can use the letters MMR after their name, and command the respect of others in the hobby. One can also teach, show others how to. One can draw personal satisfaction from accomplishing the tasks to arrive at that place of respect.
I take my modules to shows.
It is in the reactions of the people, that I get my "satisfaction and respect".
The widening of the eyes, and seeing the word "WOW" form on the lips of the viewers, knowing that at every show, there are places where the spectators stop and admire, and that my place is one of them -- this means more to me than any letters after my name, and, I also get to teach, show others how to. --- and that is my alternative
I guess I just don't need to "pass a test" to enjoy being in this hobby, but that doesn't mean I can't respect those who have "endured the challenge" and become NMRA MMR's ....it's definitely not an easy honor to achieve.
It's a "discipline", that requires prescribed steps, and tests, to achieve.
Once achieved, one can use the letters MMR after their name, and command the respect of others in the hobby. One can also teach, show others how to. One can draw personal satisfaction from accomplishing the tasks to arrive at that place of respect.
I take my modules to shows.
It is in the reactions of the people, that I get my "satisfaction and respect".
The widening of the eyes, and seeing the word "WOW" form on the lips of the viewers, knowing that at every show, there are places where the spectators stop and admire, and that my place is one of them -- this means more to me than any letters after my name, and, I also get to teach, show others how to. --- and that is my alternative
I guess I just don't need to "pass a test" to enjoy being in this hobby, but that doesn't mean I can't respect those who have "endured the challenge" and become NMRA MMR's ....it's definitely not an easy honor to achieve.
We always learn far more from our own mistakes, than we will ever learn from another's advice.
The greatest place to live life, is on the sharp leading edge of a learning curve.
Lead me not into temptation.....I can find it myself!
The greatest place to live life, is on the sharp leading edge of a learning curve.
Lead me not into temptation.....I can find it myself!