If photography is prohibited on an Amtrak platform without a ticket is chimping also? Names, dates, and locations to remain private to protect the innocent.
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One of the most abused and little loved locomotives on the roster is the switch engine. Yard goats are usually grungy and carry the evidence of the constant work demanded of them. To add further insult to injury railfans tend to ignore them since they don’t carry the flashiest paint jobs and are usually well hidden in the confines of the yard.
Then there are the railroaders that work the yard. What job could be more difficult and dangerous than working the ground in a yard with close clearance between the tracks and equipment constantly moving? I respect those that do it safely and efficiently every day as they are a breed apart from those of us that man a desk everyday.
So here’s to the yard goat and all the railroaders that work with them…
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Returning to your home turf after a refreshing vacation can spark all sorts of creativity. For me I look at things with a whole different view point and desire after I’m away. Before I headed to Stevens Pass last week I had almost no desire to get out of my vehicle (it is comfortable after all) and make some photographs happen. Thanks to last week’s vacation the juices were flowing and the motivation was on this week. I hope this euphoria continues for a few more weeks until my next vacation!
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