W5OI writes " Continue on to read "The Ham", By: James C. Wheeler (W5OI) <Center> <H1>The HAM</H1> </Center> <Center><H3>By: James C. Wheeler (W5OI)<H3></Center> There is this bunch of guys I know, Who like to talk on the radio. Around the clock, both night and day, They never run out of something to say. They talk to each other, about this and that, About problems of the world, and how to combat. New Friendships are born, both far and near, While enjoying this hobby, they hold so dear. They provide the world, and out nation, With a constant flow, of information. From humor to technical, the subject may run, It's all in good taste, it's all in fun. While old timers tell, of how to home brew, Some sit and talk, while sipping a few. Newcomers join in, rather timid at first, Only to learn, they could have done worse. A wonderful hobby, this ham radio game, Compared to some, it may seem rather tame. Then comes along, a need or disaster, And no others, can act any faster. They load up their gear, without hesitation, And head for the field, with emergency stations. They ask for no pay, they cannot accept, All this is for caring, no fees are set. This is the time, when there is no phone, But because of their hobby, you can call home. Your family assured, that you are okay, Re-enforces the spirit, they work this way. And when it's all over, they return to their shack, Resume their chatter, and never look back. J.C. Wheeler - HC 62 Box 6 - Clarksville, AR - 72830 Email <a href="mailto:jc@ec47.com">jc@ec47.com</Font></Center> [/B]
The proper perspective is a key issue here. For the uninitiated the message is clear. Amateur Radio is fun but can mean the difference Between life and death is my humble inference. Mr. Wheeler has struck a nerve That should be taken as serious. Advertise amateur radio No, we're not delirious. It could make a better world That's not so mysterious. VA3WIN Jim Baldwin va3win@rac.ca
Yes, James it brings the light of a watchman's fire at the end of a long-lonely road. Brotherhood within the fraternity of Amateur Radio. Thanks for all of us. Art N9AS Simpson 260
Beautiful poem! Absolutely wonderful. My sentiments exactly!!!! That really does point out what all we as Hams do.
I couldn't have put it any better myself, right to the point. Do I hear a NEW HAM Creed? http://www.microtrip.cc
Hi James! And - Thanks a Million for the excellent poem! I wish you Good Health and luck! CU down the log... CARPE DIEM - 73 Hans SM0BYD
