Well personally, even though my intentions were to stay out of the
conversation currently taking place in this particular thread, I will say
that upon passing my basic morse code exam here in Canada, which the license
qualification is equivalent to a general class in the states give or take,
my reward for such was that I was finally allowed to use the hf equipment I
had previously acquired. Having that many more bands open to me instead of
just one, was the best congratulations I ever received. To be able to get on
the air and be counted as one of the bunch, was a good feeling. I didn't
seek for approval because upon passing my exam, that was all I needed.
Perhaps this may fall on deaf ears or perhaps someone might find this if not
slightly enlightening, then it could maybe be moderately encouraging. I'm 27
years old now and I got my full license about two years ago.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Butch Bussen" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2005 12:17 PM
Subject: [Bulk] Re: EXAM!


I agree with Richard.  I think congratulations are in order and we shoud
welcome new hams.  What is with this mentality of "well, it was harder in
my day, so you don't get any credit", or "I had to learn the code at 20
wpm, so you should have to do the same."  Give me a break.  A little
welcome and encouragement is what is called for here.
73s
Butch Bussen
wa0vjr