+WittyDroog Ok, so I'm not sure if you watch Steven Universe, but when the season finale (Jail Break) came out, I watched it with a group of friends, and I'm pretty sure we all sounded like this by the end of it. I cried. Don't judge me. :P
I mean people get far more excited over some of these over-exposed celebs. This guy getting excited over an impressive rare piece of engineering is pretty delightful
RIP Paul Vasquez. Like this foamer, his ecstatic joy brought so much joy to other people. Good reminder to find something that makes me this excited and post a video of it :)
I love the fact that the majority of us, myself included, have absolutely no idea why the train(s) are so special but the guy loving it so much makes this really wholesome. The other day I found my original “big box” copy of Command and Conquer in the loft and it made me cry with joy. Everyone’s got something they absolutely love deep down you just gotta find it, and even if you don’t know why the other person loves it so much appreciate it together ♥️♥️♥️
It’s like seeing a rare vintage car, especially in working condition. Private car owners who have sentimental attachment, restore their cars. But in the case of locomotives if the company that bought them couldn’t afford to maintain them they were sold or scrapped. Some lucky locos are restored by folks that care about the history and love trains and are still used for excursions and even some freight work. The BL2 is rare compared to most vintage diesel trains, there’s only 7 that have been preserved out of 59 built. Out of the 450 E8s that were built, about 58 survive. Seeing the E8 move is a treat but to see a BL2 is really special.
This is hilarious. But at the same time, I'm genuinely happy for this guy and that something this innocent can make him so happy. He doesn't sound like a bad guy, he just likes trains.
Hakeem Sd70M And what makes you think I care about foamer being derogatory? There’s a difference between foamers and railfans. Railfans are ones that use common sense and don’t scream their heads off for trains, foamers are dumb and yell at trains. Foamers also treat railroads as if they were their own, not using common sense and logic to understand why certain decisions are made. Stereotype or not, it’s true, and I know that because I’ve been there myself. As soon as I realized how problematic being a foamer was, I had a much better life and social skills became easier. Come back when you know what you’re talking about.
@@amtrakinoscale9811 I didn't say you had to care. There's a lotta jealous folks out there that lump all railfans together and I thought you were one of those people, but now I can see that you're not. I know of the foamers that scream at trains and act like they know everything there is to know about the railroad, telling guys and gals how to do their own jobs. That of course isn't me. Using common sense around railroads, keeping distance when filming and/or watching, and not trespassing is what keeps people alive. Believe me, I know what I'm talking about.
I've seen this video a couple times, but never read the comments. I fully expected everyone to be tearing this guy apart. I was very happy to see the opposite. I actually helped restore the blue and grey 1949 BL-2 10 years ago. It was 1 of 49 built and 1 of 7 or 8 left in the world. It brought tears to my eyes to see that it making this guy so happy has made so many other people happy.
I'm not a train guy, and I find trains boring. That said, my world is better off with every single train guy in it and I find them entirely heartwarming. So this video rules.
That’s amazing! And you did a great job restoring that train as it brought so much joy to this man and you further helped restore a bit of genuine social kindness and humanity, and we thank God All-Mighty for allowing us to share this happy moment with an unknown man, and this is something that only the Mercy of Allah could do, and we were happy and grateful to be part of this experience. Thanks again for your endeavors. Take care!
*Scrolls down to comments expecting people to bully this man* *Sees people feeling happy for him that trains make him this excited* I am proud of you guys
The way that he says "Aghg! Oooh~ but that doesn't stop a foamer, Oh~ ESPECIALLY when it comes to heritage equipment" at 1:15 just sends me reeling every time. It's is joyous and wholesome and genuine!
Well, I don't know about the anal part, but I know the multiples part, because I was a 14 year old at one point. I don't know who "they" are, but they're talking nonsense.
He's so freaking pumped, I love it The fact that somebody could get so excited about something so obscure to the rest of modern society is proof that our species still has some interesting people left Keep chasing trains bro, don't let anybody keep you down
Although it's funny, it also shows us that this guy is SO wholesome for a heritage unit he sees for the first time! I would be excited like him if I see one of these. There are so many things you have and also full of surprises, and you can't be this thankful enough!
I could probably listen to this guy talk about trains all day as long as there is wine and beer available. It's great listening to people passionate about something.
chaser This is because spontaneous emotional expression is almost impossible to mimic or fake, originating deep in the brain stem. We instinctively recognize this as witnesses to a situation, employing an innate ability to sense harmony and discord or "spot a liar unless otherwise misdirected" and due to general empathy and mirror neurones our brains have a hard time actually making distinctions between what is happening to the other person and ourselves. Moods consequently are neurobiologically contagious in a quite literal sense. This should have far ranging consequences for how we build societies, as the suffering of others essentially, whether we like or consciously realize it or not affects everybody with normal emotions, feelings and empathy at some level. Even the ones who may be causing the suffering.
That's awesome! He probably raced home. Kicked the back door open and yelled "You will never guess what I saw, honey!!!" Three hours later she says " Ok. Ok. You can stop hootin and hollering now." That guy made my night. Good for him 😃
I will admit I laughed so hard I cried, but the guy in the video gets the last laugh. I don't know anyone who has something in their life that brings them that much excitement.
As a self-acknowledged railroad nut (note the profile picture), I'd say this is a standard reaction for "foamers" who are very enthusiastic about trains, though it's more likely that I'd react like this if I saw a steam locomotive in action. By the by, to answer this gentleman's question, T.C. Durant was vice-president of the Union Pacific Railroad Company at the time the Transcontinental Railroad was completed.
Ok. Ahh! I've been waiting for this moment for MONTHS and it's finally here! I'm FINALLY gonna get a heritage uni- unit on camera YEAAAHH! Alright! Look at that... at 1953 EA - Woooooohooooooo aaaahh yeahhh, listen to that bell! Yeah, listen to that bell... awww take a look at that. *horn* OOOOOOOOOOOMMMMMAAAAIIIIIIIIIGAWWD! WOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHH!!!!!! :D:D:D:D:D:D:D LISTEN TO THAT HHHOOORRNNN! >_< :o :D OOOOOOOOOOOO MMAAAAIII GGGAWWD Aaa-She's Beautiful! SHE IS BEAUTIFUL YEAAHH!!! ALRIGHT! OOOH MYY-OOOOO-ooo-OOOHH!!! OOHH NO it's a BL2 too!!!! Ah....ohhh!!! the SNC 52 OOOOHHH MAAAIII GAWWDDD!!! Oooo-we-we're gonna watch this. Oohhh-this is ssspeshul. THIS IS SPECHUL! OOOHHH!!! Oh-that horn gives me the chills! O-and the chills have ABSOLUTELY nothing to do with how cold it is here today OOHHH ohhh but that doesnt stop a foamer, oh specially when it comes to heritage equipment - Ohhh this is FANtastic Ohhh Ohhh my goodness, look at that - blue and grey. Oohhh coupled to the... Oohhhh IOWA Pacific... number... 5...18 wOOOOhh Hooooo!! *horn* AAAHHHHaaa wwoooaaahhh - listen to that horn oh that's fanstastic. Aaahmygosh look at that. Alright oh... Oh yeah, I wonder who TC Durant is? Oh well. Ohhh This is just awesome, I've been waiting for this for months - Look at that! Illinois central livery.......right here in North Creek! Aaaaah That. Is. Awesome. Aaahhhh! Wooooohhh!!! AAAHH YEAH!! Cant believe I got this! Awwww yeahhh. Aaahh!! WWAahhh!!
You're so right. I have this friend that I used to work with, Adrian, and he looooved trains. They were also a great escape for him from his controlling and chaotic family! My ex and I used to take him places with us, bring him over to roast marshmallows and let him tell us all about his trains.. and whenever we took him to a place that just happened to have a train, he would loosen up and be loud and proud in his demeanor! It was amazingly refreshing and his innocence was truly remarkable 💖 Whenever we took a video of a unique train, or of a model train, we'd wait to show him in person so we could experience his benevolence and passion 🤩 I swear, I never expected my xbf to be so fond of him or to actually want to hang out with him, but he just absolutely loved Adrian 🥰 Although, once you spoke with him, it was hard not to relish in his excitement and wonder! The kid made everything better
To be honest, I fricken love this video, never fails to make me smile. It is awesome this guy enjoys his hobby and also witnessed a great moment in his hobby. Good for Him. The bit where he sees the second train has be laughing every time. OMG WOOOO LISTEN TO THAT HORN, SHE IS BEAUTIFUL.
It reminds of the time a few decades ago when I stopped at a small back road zoo near Brisbane and a guy passionately showed the small crowd how much he loved crocodiles. He was like this. RIP Steve.
I love this guy! I love the part where he is extra delighted to discover the "BL2" (whatever that is). I like to think he'd watch this video every day to get himself all pumped up.
"especially when it comes to heritage equipment!" The enthusiasm is truly infectious. Legendary commentary. Should be the geekiest, lamest clip on the planet. He actually comes out of this sounding awesome. Cracks me up.
I love to see how many fellow Grumpers are in the comments from the videos they recommend. This guy has some infectious excitement that we all could use.
Dude loves trains, it's the same for certain people when a new console is released. As nerds we really should see this guy as a kindred spirit, we love obscure shit that most of society gives no fucks about. Keep chasing those trains my friend
1:51 Thomas Clark Durant (February 6, 1820 - October 5, 1885) was an American physician, businessman, and financier. He was vice-president of the Union Pacific Railroad (UP) in 1869 when it met with the Central Pacific railroad at Promontory Summit in Utah Territory.
Only problem I have with this video is him saying “ I have chills...and it has nothing to do with how cold it is”. I fact checked the video. And it violates community standards. 🤣. 2 older people seen in the video. An older lady wearing short sleeves and capris. And an older gentleman wearing short sleeves. With that being said. I absolutely love this video. Every time I need a good laugh and smile in life. I watch this video. Cheers me up every time. Everyone in the world needs to be as happy and excited in life as much as he is about those trains. What a wonderful world this would be ❤️
Hey excited train guy a little info about TC Durant "Thomas Clark Durant, (February 6, 1820 - October 5, 1885) was an American financier and railroad promoter. He was vice-president of the Union Pacific Railroad (UP) in 1869 when it met with the Central Pacific railroad at Promontory Summit in Utah Territory. He created the financial structure which led to the Crédit Mobilier scandal."
