Massachusetts Setup |
857D & My Navy Flamerproof |
New QTH |
Afternoon Commute |
Probably the biggest highlight of 2014 for me was being able to finally attend the Dayton Hamvention. I won't dwell on the details as they are found elsewhere in this blog but hitting Dayton with my long time bestest of friends Sean, KL1SF was at the top. We have talked about it for many years and it finally happened. I don't see myself going back anytime soon but it was great to put faces with callsigns of other hams I talked to on the radio over the years.
Our Family Beagle 1999-2014 |
With the New Year nearly upon us, there is plenty of "New" for me in 2015! New friends, new coworkers, new QTH, new surroundings, new places to enjoy the great outdoors, new...well, the list goes on. These new things may take away from my operating time but I believe I can achieve balance and harmony when it comes to ham radio and the rest of my humanly obligations. At least for me, living out here on the western side of country makes it more possible. Life already seems so much slower and I'm enjoying every second of it.
So, what else is new for me in 2015? After much thought, there was at least one more "New" for me to do. That is pictured below. The New Year really does symbolize "New" for me and in many ways. I'm looking forward to flipping that calendar over and jumping feet first into 2015. I see myself being a 7'lander for a long while. Just like AK2MA (Alaska 2 Massachusetts) had a meaning, this next vanity callsign has a more personal meaning. Dedicated to two things I miss greatly, Alaska and our family beagle. Enjoy today because you don't know what tomorrow will bring. Where does this winding road of life take me next and where do I go from here? Chapter 4 of course and it would be great to have you along for the ride.
Retired |
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Hello Phil, nice to read you and yours are settled now in Oregon. It's sad to read about the dog. I've lost a couple of pets over the years and still have a lot of photos to remember them. I did like your video, nice pictures and video and good to remember her that way. Well I see that AK2MA is over now. I'm very curious what the new callsign will be. Wishing you and your family a very healthy and properous 2015. 73, Bas
ReplyDeleteHi Bas! I traded it for AK7DD. A good CW call I think. Now I need to forget the old and remember the new. 73 my friend and thanks for following and commenting! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteGood morning Phil, it sure has been a busy year of moving and then moving again for you and your family. I am still adjusting to just the one move we did just over a year ago. Very sorry to read about your dog we have had many dogs (golden's) and it's always difficult thinking about them. It seems with your new location a new adventure is starting so all the best to you and your family in the new year.
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Hello Phil,
ReplyDeleteWow...didn't realize you had moved back to the West coast. Sorry to hear about the dog. Our's is a true family member also and will also be sadly missed (when the time comes). It seems I've been away from blogging too long and hope to write more this year.