David, thanks for your comment. I still have some pictures for futurs "weekend tinplate" so keep in touch.
I also appreciate all your terrific work and gorgeous layout, it is great for me to see what you have done.
Lew is right, if you need some help with a seller who doesn't want to send you something i can help you. You have an email in my profile for contact. In fact i have done this very often with friends from USA and i am used to make parcels.... Even if today Europe has lost a major member it is not a problem at all to buy something here and send it to USA.
About train collecting i have some very good friends in your country so it helps and now with the internet it is much more easy.
Lew, it was great to meet you and discover your great Hornby collection, i hope all is still well for you and your family.
All my best wishes, Daniel.