April 7, 2018 CID/NMRA Spring Layout Tour: I was able to visit five incredible model train layouts in the Indianapolis area as part of a Spring Layout Tour.

1. CID/NRMA Spring Layout Tour: Red Mountain Northern Railroad
Red Mountain Northern Railroad (8:27 min.)

2. CID/NRMA Spring …

Charles & Tessa visited Tom & Jackie in Tucson over spring break.

Tucson 1 (3:10 min.)
Tucson 2 (5:57 min.)
Tucson 3 (2:56 min.)

December 19th, 2017: We went to see the new seasonal art installation at the Indianapolis Museum of Arts, called "Winter Lights." We were impressed and enjoyed the presentation.

Dec 19th: GoPro Photos

Winter Lights - Clip 1 2:46 min.
Winter Lights - Clip 2 6:02 min.

October 26, 2017 - Eastburn Farm visit.

Fly-over video 5:59 min.

Sept 6th to Sept 17th, 2017: Janet and I drove to Mystic, CT for Noah and Tammy's wedding. Then stayed on in the area for several meet-ups that included the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the fabulous Franklin and South Manchester train layout. Total mileage: 2,230 miles.

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AUGUST 2017 TRIP TO THE SIERRAS: We traveled with good friends Don and Julie from August 5th (Janet's Birthday) thru August 16th, visiting several of our great National Parks including Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon in California. We were most fortunate to be able to visit Yosemite Valley between bouts …

Ron, Jim, Arthur and I traveled to the Red River Gorge area of Kentucky to celebrate the 4th of July and spend a couple of days playing cards and hiking around. I think a good time was had by one and all.

BNO 2017 Red River Gorge Arthur's Photos
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June 19th to June 30th, 2017: Eleven days total. Drove to Colorado. First, took a stroll through downtown cultural area of Denver. Visited the Colorado Railroad Museum on the west side of Denver. Then headed for the mountains and point west. Rode 6 1/2 trains (more on that later …

Sept. 6th & 9th - Arthur and I went to see a Practice Round on Tuesday and the 2nd round of the Tournament on Friday. Two great days of golf action.

BMW Championship Photos

August 10, 2016: This section is dedicated to gardens and bees. I'm in the process of completely redoing my vegetable garden at home, which has taken all summer. Due to the heat, I can only work for a short period before retreating to the AC inside.

Janet and I toured …

June 22nd thru 25th: Red River Gorge & Lexington, Kentucky. Janet and I traveled to Kentucky for a few days of recreation and relaxation to see some of what that state has to offer. First, we stayed within the Natural Bridge State Park at Hemlock Lodge for a couple of nights …

We got to spend a few weeks of late winter, early spring in Naples, Florida at a house that Virginia had leased. This area is extremely beautiful and has many fond memories to me. Now-a-day, money seems to be no object, as small jets are constantly coming and going from …

March 5, 2016 Charm Club Quilt Display at the Mather Museum

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CCB II DIGITIZED SLIDES (1971 - ?)

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CCB II DIGITIZED SLIDES (1971-1972) SLIDE BOX 2

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CCB II DIGITIZED SLIDES (1972) SLIDE BOX 3

Slidebox 3

CCB II DIGITIZED SLIDES (1972-1973) SLIDE BOX 4

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CCB II DIGITIZED SLIDES (1973) SLIDE BOX 5

Slidebox 5

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Dec 20, 2015: We were very thankful to once again be able to host a small family Christmas Party. Last year, we were forced to cancel because of Jane's mid-December emergency appendectomy surgery and very serious follow-up complications. But this year, everyone seemed healthy and well and enjoying all the …

This was our first visit to Scotland, Oct 4th thru the 14th, 2015 and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We were based in Edinburgh. The weather was fairly mild, mostly overcast days with a couple of gorgeous sunny days thrown in. The Scots were very friendly and helpful. Their mass transit …

Janet, Jane & I went downtown to the Indiana Landmarks Center (formerly the Central Ave. Methodist Church) for a docent led tour of the facility. Re purposed in 2011, it is a true gem of the Old Northside neighborhood.

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May 22, 2015 - Arthur and I drove to French Lick, IN to see the Senior PGA Golf tournament at the Pete Dye Golf Course. I think this has to be the most beautiful course in the most beautiful setting in Indiana.

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Sunday: May 3, 2015 - Went to the Indianapolis Museum of Art with good friends Dennis and Kayla to take in the special Dream Cars Exhibit. What a great show! Truly one of a kind rolling art and sculpture that were a feast for the eyes. I'll have to go back …

First opening of my beehive in early Spring.

Beekeeping 102 - Opening, inspecting and closing a hive in early spring 16:00 min.

Ron and I went to lunch at the Workingman's Friend on north Belmont and then I took him to experience a bit of the White Water Trail downtown …