RIP Morgan Turney
The Canadian railway modeling community suffered a big loss recently. Morgan Turney, founder and editor of Canadian Railway Modeller magazine, passed away on February 6, 2025, at the age of 77.
Thanks for the Referral
My father was a real estate agent after his military service. When someone referred a client to him, he would give them a little thank you gift.
Three For the Lady on the Radio
I consider three to be my “lucky number”. When I lived in Shearwater, our address was 3 Barracuda Drive. On December 7, 2024, the number 3 seemed to work for me.
Lisbon’s Line 28
Tram line 28E (“carreira número 28” in Portuguese) is the most popular streetcar route in Lisbon for tourists. Featuring classic streetcars from the 1930s, this storied line starts at Martim Moniz and winds its way “clockwise” through the Graça and Alfama areas of Lisbon. I rode the “right” / east loop.
Northern Maine Junction
I did my first Maine railfanning today at Northern Maine Junction in Hermon, Maine just outside Bangor. Posted 16 years ago today.
Trams in Lisbon
If you’re a fan of trams (or streetcars, or trolleys), then Lisbon, Portugal is the place for you. Tram lines run all through the downtown area, and the vehicles are a delightful mix of relatively modern units and classic Brill streetcars.
Trams in Porto, Portugal
My wife and I visited Portugal in May 2022. I recounted how we spent time in Porto and then Lisbon, and traveled between the two cities by train. Now let’s talk about trams in Portugal. First, Porto.
Marking Time at Meadows
I haven’t been doing much work on my model train layout. However, I do like to stop by my favourite train store, Ware House Hobbies, now and then.
