As you can probably see, my last articles were basically around the May time period. I can only say that leash laws are getting a little rough.

I have been doing my normal reporting, but I have not dropped out of amateur radio. I have been working on several projects associated with that hobby. I participated in an event, decided to become ARES certified, worked on a proposal to form an emergency communication system in my community and bought some new equipment.

I will cover all of this in upcoming articles. Particularly new equipment.

Now you might think that I get to test the latest BaoFeng equipment because I’m such a widely-read reviewer. You may think that because I review a lot of BaoFeng equipment. I wish that were true, but not so. The reason is mainly cost. BaoFeng is within my retirement budget.

I have been an amateur radio operator for over a year, now. Made a lot of friends and a few enemies. I’d just like to say to you all, stop calling me Kid.