Subj : Re: Quarantine projects
To : All
From : Ogg
Date : Sun Jun 07 2020 08:43 pm
Hello Daryl!
** On Sunday 31.05.20 - 20:05, daryl.stout wrote to JIMMY ANDERSON:
> I have to wonder how many studied for the exams, then did nothing else
> to get on the air. It seems they wasted all that time and money.
Maybe circumstances arise that preclude buying equipment.
Maybe some people just want the challenge of taking the test (with some
notion of possibly getting on air at an open-ended time) and nothing more.
Many years ago I took a motorcycle driving course. Less than $200 (I
think). I had the chance to try at least 20 different bikes of all sizes.
I discovered which bike was the best fit for me. But, I never ended up
buying a motorcycle of my own. I either borrowed other people's bikes,
rented, or took out test drives at dealers to relive the experience. The
license is for life. Now, in my almost feeble age I imagine that one day
I might still acquire a bike.
I have a family friend who is still a very active ham operator now in his
90's. VE3IWY. I *know* that he has been eager for me to get a license.
His collection of radio equipment is very interesting. We share many
interests in computer stuff. I know that he would have taken to packet
radio just for the experience had he learned about it sooner.
Good to see you back online.
../|ug
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