Thought I'd share some nitty-gritty LA shots of late (although no graffiti, as I've come to the conclusion that I just don't want to share that garbage).

First is of one of the PHL MP20s framed by the PHL sign at Pier A Yard as it shoves a string of gons off the wye. I am curious if this is a regular move? Never figured out any symbols for PHL anyway.

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Next we have the really cool Amtrak end-cab EMD that began life as a Milwaukee Road SW1200 and is now an Amtrak SW10, working by LA's version of the Sears Tower (yes, if you go into the records, that really is that building's name).

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And finally, a full dozen toasters pulling at what used to be Vail. The Home Depot parking lot there is one of my favorite places to watch trains because you can get hotdogs at the cart and you have a restroom at the store. (And, if you need any tools or household repair items, you have an excuse to go there.)

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Thanks for looking, and please let me know if you see any mistakes.

Charles Freericks