Good Evening,
Last night I got on 20 meters at 0330z. I worked RA4CQ on my second
attempt. I do believe that is my furthest DX ever. I don't think I
worked the dark side of the world but rather went westward through the
lighted portion of the globe. Quite a hop to hit the Volga with 100 watts
at the low point of the sunspot cycle. He was working stations for the
next hour quickly and efficiently. Tomorrow we get to see how well 20
meters works for us. If it is this good it may be hard to make my signal
land anywhere in North America though ;) We shall see.
Life has grown more complicated once again. I need to decide on which
career path is more fulfilling; not necessarily remunerative but best for
me. Long hours and high pay are not always the best fit if the work is
not enjoyable. There are three paths open right now. Which do I chose
without regretting the choice in the future?
I did get a chance to start soldering again -- not for pay but for
fun. Hopefully I can get the stack of kits under control. It was nice to
get on the air last night too. I am going to try to do more of that too.
Not just the ECOM nets but a simple CQ or a search and pounce. A little
DX before the pileup starts is nice. That way I get to know a little more
about the op than QTH, name, and RST. Last night was good for many
reasons: it tested my CW skills at over 30 wpm, he was a fair distance
away, and it was an unscheduled whim of a contact. I just thought I would
get on the air and did so. No fuss, worked some DX before the pileup and
went on to my next task. It was nice to hear him in the background as I
studied Horowitz and Hill.
Tomorrow:
1) Call by geographic area (East, All)
2) Hail signs (first letter or two of the suffix of your call)
3) NCS help (as well as QSP/QNP <relay> help)
Please join us:
Sunday 2300z (Sunday 4 PM PDT) 14050 kHz
Monday 0200z (Sunday 7 PM PDT) 7045 kHz
Kevin. KD5ONS
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