RadioRon posted:Dennis GS-4 N & W No. 611 posted:DaveP,
Very well stated!
Dennis, I might suggest revising the title of this thread to "Why we need to...." As it is, it kinda indicates there is no need. Just a suggestion (thats how it occurred to me). Happy railroading!!
Thanks Dave! Your suggestion is well taken. The title was intended to accommodate both views - both equally valid.
I generally don't feel the need to promote the hobby so as to preserve the hobby, or to swell the number of future hobbyists. I do, however, enjoy introducing the hobby to young children who want to see the layout and run the trains. Their smiles and laughter are worth the price of admission. If they choose to enjoy the hobby for themselves at some point, then that's fine.
Similarly, I taught my children to swim at an early age. Two loved to swim, and ultimately became lifeguards at large, public locations. One seldom swims. I believe that they should do whatever they enjoy, not what I enjoy. Exposing them to swimming, however gave them that opportunity.
