My Wife, N6PMC, Irene got her tech license and needed help to set up her shack so I started learning about a hobby I never was intrested in. At which point I realised I was now interested.

I took my first test May 5, 2013 and jumped in with both feet. I took both tech and general the same day and passed (Irene wouldn't be outdone, she took her general and passed) as of 11/2/13 I have now passed my extra exam. A little update, Irene has now passed her Extra Class Exam also!! More good new, my Dad is now a Ham, passed his General. KK6MEZ!

I am currently using an IC-756 pro, ALS 600 amp for 10m - 160m, an Alinco DR-635 for 2m -70cm. I put up a Carolina Windom 160 dipole and a 6 band hexbeam from K4KIO at 50'. I have also started in Digital modes, I am using a Signalink, Dm780 and JT 65- HF. I just found a new program (for me) for JT65, WSJTX and I think it's easier to configure and also does JT9. Mobile I have just upgraded to an ICOM 7000 with a Little Tarheel HP and expect to use an IC-7200 in my Motor home.

I also maintain a 2m repeater, 147.765, -offset, pl- 123

Life is too short for QRP!

Current weather at my QTH.

http://www.wunderground.com/weatherstation/WXDailyHistory.asp?ID=KCAPINEM3

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Here are some of the QSL cards that I've received