KC4PVW

Hi, 

I became a Ham shortly after hurricane Andrew hit the East coast of the United States.in 1992.  I was working with Southern Bell Telephone company at the time, because of the damage from the hurricane , the company thought that it would be a good idea to have HF radio capabilities.  A class was started and after squeaking by the code I had my license!  I must say that I wasn't very active as a ham, being young and with a family etc.,  I retired from Southern Bell Telephone Co. in 1996.

Although, I wasn't active I had kept my license current.  Recently my wife has developed some physical issues that will keep me at home close to her and I thought that Ham Radio is the perfect hobby under those circumstances.

I rarely call CQ but do answer them, but I enjoy chasing Special Event paper.  My rig is an Icom 7300 that I recently purchased and so far have been pleased with.  As for my antenna, I have a Hex Beam that is up about 6 meters.  The hex has been the best antenna that I have ever had.  

Well, thats about it, other than the fact that I am a Christian and that I have 3 grandchildren.  Hope that all is well with you!

73.

Stan