Peter, Thank you!!
Mike, Well I "think" I have it figured out. 
But I think we all make some alterations as we go along!! 
Brian, Thank you! I thinks it will look good too!
Bob, Thank you!! Yes, that Inside Passage is the only "cruise" I have seen advertised that I think I would like. The train trip to Denali would be a highlight for sure!!
George, Thank you!! And thank you for the backdrops again! I have looked over the sections and think I have a good plan how they will work out. I'll be able to match up the sky colors with my artist daughter's assistance. She will help me select the right colors from her massive "collection" even though scenery is not her thing.
Dprasse, I certainly understand! This is the most space I have ever had for trains since I bought my first set in the late '60s. The adult kids have married and left home. 9 x 9 can be a challenge for O gauge. We have a Lionel Thomas, and some younger child train sets my wife has picked up at thrift stores, just in case we have any grand children.
