Office of Steam Forum for Model & Toy Steam Gas & Hot Air Engines

Travis, this is not the first or last act of generosity by Charlie; it’s an ongoing kindness that we all witnessed over the years. It’s great to have him as your mentor as well.

I have seen others comments on him donating things to people - very generous indeed.   He’s also great company. I enjoy myself everytime I go over to his steam shop.  There is always things to look at, almost everytime he shows me a new engine in action.  Gives me ideas on builds, often provides small tools, and lets me borrow accessories and engines.

I’ve said in previous posts that this hobby fell into my lap in the last 6 months during a very important time in my life & has been healing for me. I won’t get into details, but, when I asked the man above for a hobby, it came to me… and it’s something I’ve always had an interest in but never really took foot of it. My grandfather was a big steam nut, and I am sure he is enjoying me watching me play with steam toys & engines.

Charlie is very giving & it’s difficult because you don’t want to bombard someone with thanks, as it can feel awkward for the giver, but, I can’t go without thanking him enough!!!  As said, this hobby is saving my life. Might not seem like something like steam engines could save someone’s life, but it is for me.  And without Charlie, this hobby would’ve been far more difficult for me to figure out, and find things.  Because of his giving nature and teaching, I will be a steam hobbiest pro one of these days.  Still learning it all but it’s been such a treat learning.

Thanks Charlie, and thanks to all of you as well!  I am having a blast.