We’ve had a wonderful Independence Day. Started off with an early trip to the New Hope Valley Railway to ride the train.
There were many hundreds of people there today, so we were glad we showed up early (though 90 minutes early was a bit much). We took a seat in one of the caboose’s cupolas (pronounced “COO-poh-lahs) and had a fun time as the train took us down the track and back.
I also thought to bring my dual-band HT to listen to the club activity. A helpful volunteer gave me the frequency (160.425MHz) and soon I was listening to the chatter.
The train ride was all too short, and soon we were back at the “station.” It was fun enough that Hallie has asked to go “again” multiple times.
Then it was home for a nap before heading over to my folks’ house for a Fourth of July cookout. We all had a great time there, with hamburgers and peppermint ice cream to help celebrate. The best part was the short ride home: five minutes compared to 45 minutes to Garner. Vive la difference!
I’ve got contract work most of the day tomorrow. When you’re an independent consultant, you don’t get “paid holidays,” so any work is good work. I’m betting I’ll be done soon enough to enjoy some more home-time before returning to my contract work Tuesday.
What kind of contract work are you doing?
I’m doing some perl programming on a short-term contract for an established client of mine.
Glad you enjoyed the train ride!
Listening to railroad radio is fun. You can catch the trains in Raleigh on 161.100 for CSX and 160.950 for Norfolk Southern.
Great! I’ve got a Norfolk Southern line behind my house. This’ll let me tune in.
73,
Mark N4JMT