I have had some form of a layout in our home since my wife and I purchased it back in 1974. Over the years when faced with troubling times, and there were many, being able to escape to the basement and immerse myself in plannning, building and expanding my layouts freed me from the inner tensions of the times, kept my head clear and lowered my blood pressure. Now all of those personal difficulties which at the time I believed were so significant are dwarfed by this great global crisis we are struggling with. Nevertheless, the ability to lose myself in the planning, refinement and revision of my layout has once again proved its value. Operating the trains alone is incredible therapy. What a great diversion. Those of us who are so heavily invested in this wonderful hobby are very fortunate indeed. Like other posters I know of many who are being swallowed up by the depressing news which is being broadcast continuously throughout the day because they have no hobby or outside interests. My Father and Grandfather were instrumental in introducing me to toy/model trains and I am so thankful they did. Stay healthy and safe everyone.
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