@Aegis21 posted:Yes it is nice to have memories around the layout. Realism suffers, like having the Conneticut RIver near Pennsylvania coal mines. My Uncle worked his entire life in those mines and had stories to beat the band!
Now to incorporate Brooklyn New York, my birthplace. LOL
John, Yours wouldn't be the first to incorporate a variety of places, railroads, and memories from the builder's past. As is often said on this Forum, it's your railroad! You are the CEO with the final say. As you pointed out to Alan @AlanRail all suggestions are welcome. Alan has been a great influence on many modelers with his background and now his expertise in 3D printing, which you do quite well too.