Being the president of Angels Gate Hi Railers, I decided very early on to close the club and suspend dues through at least June. However, the train club has always been my salvation being an escape from the daily stresses of work.
Some of you may know that I am in the textile business. I have been working what seems like 24/7 since the lock downs have been issued. My main responsibilities are trying to source fabric to make masks and gowns for every apparel manufacturer who has transitioned from making other apparel products to making masks and gowns. I have had an education on what constitutes fabric compliance with level 1 risk products thru level 4 complicity.
The problems encountered are numerous. The polypropylene supply which goes into making masks has dried up in the world with many countries shutting down exports. Prices have skyrocketed because of supply and demand. I could go on and on about the challenges I've encountered. However, what has come through in all this is the tremendous American spirit of everyone trying to help and contribute their time and skills to help people and save lives. It's truly heartwarming.
No sports, no trains, but good forum talk. What's your outlets?
Trains have always been my outlet to forget the BS of the everyday trials and tribulations. The train club may not be accessible but the forum is. That's my salvation right now. Thanks for the outlet everyone!
Jeff Waldman
