as always Elliot you are really moving along just seeing a lot of the bench work areas filled in makes it look more finished. and the track thus far ballasted and painted really gives that a finished look.
"pun intended here" you do know the mighty Mississippi is not pink. surely you must feel the progress you have made so far.
I hope all goes well with the photo session with the convention camera person.
I know you prefer cold temps to hot so have you had anytime to enjoy the gazebo out back? me myself and I would like it gazing from the rear window of your home! we senior desert rats prefer 65 verses below freezing temps LOL