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Post by ptc on Nov 20, 2019 15:01:18 GMT
"We are getting a Polar Express boxcar to add to our PE train. The elves on our layout are gonna be well fed unlike some others that have a bunch of string bean elves but a fat Santa. Boo/hiss... strikes a’comin.
Our jolly elves have been eatin Mrs Clause’s cookies with chocolate chips, raisins, and coconut from across the seas. Mrs Clause makes them special and it takes a box car to get all the ingredients there.
We are also going to have an Egg Nog tanker. The train stops in Tennessee at the Jack Daniels family still. Prohibition never stopped Santa. Each elf gets a daily ration just like on the sailing ships before the big war."
I nearly fell off my chair laughing when I read my good friend Bill Webb's comments noted above. But, this does bring up a very important question, do you prefer stocky/overweight elves or slim/helathy elves. if Mrs. Clause famous cookies are consumed in moderation, there should be no weight issue along with the elves vigorous work schedule that typically burns off those extra calories. But, a daily diet of Egg Nog could spell big trouble. I think we need to keep those tanker cars out of the North Pole. 
Here are some images of elves to help you decide what the elves diet should be and which version you prefer. VOTE NOW! Who said we can't be serious on the OGF.
Fat/chubby Elves
Lionel's Thin/Healthy Elves
Our Thin/Healthy Elves
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Post by Adam on Nov 20, 2019 15:07:52 GMT
I think there should be a variety of elves just as there are many different kinds of us.
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Post by laz57 on Nov 20, 2019 15:23:43 GMT
I think a variety of elves too. But to get all that wok done and SANTAs sleigh loaded you really need healthy elves. Heard they have a gym up there called “SANTAs POWERHOUSE”?
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Post by ptc on Nov 20, 2019 15:28:05 GMT
"I think there should be a variety of elves just as there are many different kinds of us."
Never thought of it that way. Thanks for giving this subject some very serious thought, Adam. Department 56 must have listened to you as come to think about it, they have a mixture as well. |
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Post by Country Joe on Nov 20, 2019 19:40:30 GMT
I think there should be a variety of elves just as there are many different kinds of us. I think Adam is on the right track. We need some Oliver Hardy elves to go with the Stan Laurel elves. You can send that eggnog spiked with Jack Daniels my way so I can test it to make sure it's safe for the elves to drink.   |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2019 20:36:18 GMT
Adam I agree with you. And PTC, you are correct. Dept 56 has lots of different sizes.
But supporting prohibition at the North Pole is really taking things too far. You had that Tea Party thing just south of you and that caused a war. A grogless North Pole is... well, it is just not right. You are forcing your subjects to break the law and set up a still. But at least that gives you something else to add to the layout.
And the tiny amount of food that you are importing has to increase. You plan to add more people and others, by your own admission, need to fatten up.
I am contacting our source and finding out if he can provide suitable freight cars in North Pole livery for you. You may need another siding or just pull it behind the engine.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2019 20:39:22 GMT
Will do on the egg nog. Have to bring the crock downstairs. My granpappy’s recipe is perfect. A dragon couldn’t tame it when first made. But my Grandmother snuck milk into it often and it got really good in 3-4 days.
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Post by thebigcrabcake on Nov 20, 2019 20:54:45 GMT
Do you prefer stocky/overweight elves or slim/healthy elves.
Fat/chubby Elves
Lionel's Thin/Healthy Elves
Our Thin/Healthy Elves
I prefer the Fully Developed/Big Boned Elves and not the Anorexic/Malnourished Elves. I suppose it's all a matter of semantics. Emile |
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Post by ptc on Nov 20, 2019 21:12:49 GMT
This has to be the funniest thread we have had posted so far. Love the repsonses. Keep them coming.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2019 21:31:38 GMT
In my experience, there are elves of all sizes and shapes... even elf children. All they need is sugar to grow. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2019 21:39:09 GMT
Something else that the freight less layout needs... a Domino sugar car. The North Pole sure doesn’t grow sugar.
Man ole Harry is gonna be busy just a decorating for ole PTC.
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Post by Adam on Nov 20, 2019 22:04:37 GMT
Common Bill! We all know that Santa uses magic to keep things going up at the North Pole. Christmas Magic is used to make the cookies for the elves, food for the reindeer, and of course to make the toys. If Santa had to rely on freight trains then it would take all of the freight trains and freight cars in the world to satisfy the needs of the North Pole.
Is all about the Christmas Magic!
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Post by Spice7 on Nov 20, 2019 22:20:55 GMT
Funny post. I figured the elves work their tails off so they the are all fit, not heavy.
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Post by Country Joe on Nov 20, 2019 22:27:02 GMT
Do Stan and Ollie count as elves? This is one of my favorite movie clips. When we are discussing some options either my wife or I will say, "It's neither pig nor pork. It's beef!"
This clip is just for fun
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Post by ptc on Nov 20, 2019 23:00:17 GMT
Joe, the videos really add additonal humor to an already hilarious thread. Everbody can use a good laugh, especially Bill and the tanker cars filled with spiked Egg Nogg.
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