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It is -10 C with a high forecast of -1 C. Sunrise 8:28 Sunset 16:37 Hours of daylight: 8:09
10:00 am
I noticed a few errors with the code for some pages on this site and have corrected them.
The primary activity today will be to set up the reversing loop on my model train layout and test it with locomotive CN 6700.
| Immediate | Description | Time |
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| Technology | Correct coding errors on this site | 1 hr |
| Model Trains | Wire reversing loop for DCC | 3 hr |
| Model Trains | Run diesel locomotive CN 6700 over entire mainline | 1 hr |
| Literature | Complete "Divisadero" by Michael Ondaatje | 1 hr |
Much of the day was devoted to working with my model train layout. I began by placing signs on each of the separate areas of the layout.
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Pine Ridge |
The Channon |
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Prairie Dog |
Wild Rose |
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Queenston |
Coaldale |
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Distillery Row |
Black Diamond |
I had little difficulty following the directions for installing the MRC Auto Reverse Module on my layout but when I plugged the Command Station in it failed to light the pilot lamp indicating that it had power. I spent about 3 hours trying to determine the problem but without success. I have left messages on three different model train Forums but so far no real progress.
I finally finished reading "Divisadero" by Michael Ondaatje. Much of the writing was quite lyrical and he easily drew me in to the different scenarios but overall the book failed to hold my attention. Reviewing my table from December 22, I see that I will now begin "The Tender Bar" by J. R. Moehinger. A friend recommended this to me a few months ago. Now to give a few minutes thought to what might follow this. I am opting for "The Pillars of the Earth" which I bought a week ago. I have also added "Prisons We Choose to Live Inside" by Doris Lessing to my list of non-fiction readings.
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| I Just Finished Reading | Divisadero by Michael Ondaatje | |
| I Am Reading Now | The Tender Bar by J. R. Moehringer | |
| I Plan To Read Soon | The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett | |
| Nonfiction | ||
| I Just Finished Reading | The Black Swan by Nassim Taleb | |
| I Am Reading Now | Wikinomics by Don Tapscott | |
| I Plan To Read Soon | Prisons We Choose to Live Inside by Doris Lessing |
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