Introduced a buddy into the hobby today | O Gauge Railroading On Line Forum

sean s.OGR Forum Member

Had a real nice experience today at a local train show. A good buddy of mine, who has always admired my collection and layout, came to a show with me and my kids. I thought he and his kids would simply enjoy some of the layouts and sights. He leaned over and asked me if I would help him buy a set for around the tree. He didn't want to spend too much, and knowing his appreciation for my postwar collection, we found a great postwar set in excellent shape with box and all. We all went back to his house, put some coffee and christmas music on, and started putting together a nice oval of O27. The set ran great and all of us had a blast watching that little NW2 lap around the oval. When I left he was thinking about going back to the show to buy some more stuff. Looks like I have a new train buddy!

12/23/127:24 PM

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Jeff MetzOGR Forum Member

Good news. Every tree deserves a train.

12/23/127:31 PM

jhz563OGR Forum Member

Good to hear! Another victory for wholesome non-video game fun!

12/23/127:42 PM

Allan MillerOGR Editor-in-Chief SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

That's THE best way to grow the hobby...one person at a time. Congrats!

12/23/128:37 PM

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