On 06-05-20 01:10, Phoobar wrote to Vk3jed <=-
The bigger & shinier it is...the more damage it will do to me. Guess that's why I don't live in a city with shiny buildings...would waste all day long staring at it. ;)Haha. :) ADHD by any chance? ;)
The signs are there...but was never diagnosed with it. It does make
sense for some of the things I do.
One good thing...with my genetic line ending with me...won't have to
worry about another generation dealing with the depression & other
stuff I've inherited. It dies with me!
ADHD or autism - both can be distracted by shiny things (for possibly different reasons). I should know, I have both. :D That combination is
a large factor in my weird combination of tech and sporting interests! :D
Same here, though I actually managed to rise above depression. I always say large dses of "iron" and "speed" helps! :D As did some 12 step techniques. Anxiety had been a bit more of a challenge, though the above factors help.
Iron is weights in the gym
Speed is m/S, km/h or mph, and is best obtained at the track. :D Had a
On 06-18-20 23:47, Phoobar wrote to Vk3jed <=-
Tech fascinates me because it's something you can without dealing with
other people. Being left to my own devices from the age of 10...have
been told that not having relatives/anyone I could depend on like many others...sports (except live like American baseball/football) is a
waste of time. Watching it live...totally different feeling.
It's something which is in the genetic line...so am glad the line ends with me.
Iron is weights in the gym
Speed is m/S, km/h or mph, and is best obtained at the track. :D Had a
Love mine in a leather seat...4 wheels & aluminum/iron horses.
Tech fascinates me because it's something you can without dealing witFor me, tech became a conduit for connecting to other people - radio, BBSs, Internet, there's a theme. :)
others...sports (except live like American baseball/football) is a waste of time. Watching it live...totally different feeling.While on paper, and back when I was 5 or 6, being involved in sport may have looked like a waste of time, the reality turned out to be
different, ended up being one of the best things I've ever done. And
My genetic line is a real mixed bag, some really great stuff, some
really weaid stuff, but I'll be the end of this line too.
On 07-20-20 13:34, Phoobar wrote to Vk3jed <=-
Remember when I was a teenager & using a pair of rabbit ears to see the most remote TV station I could get. Add to that not understanding how
AM radio worked (until I got my ticket)...many of my evenings would be flipping the dial to see what I could hear. Here in the US...we have broadcast stations which go back to the start of commercial
broadcasting in the 1920's as being "clear channel" stations. As then
when the system was put into place & 50 years ago...allowed me to hear more of the world than possible in BFE Oklahoma. Unfortunately...didn't know any ham's or I would've got my ticket way before 2007.
In my case...has to do with not having any interests outside of tech because of the limited/no opportunities available to me while growing
up. Was never one who seemed to be coordinated enough to do team sports available from the schools I was at. Wasn't until I went to college to
see what was available if you wanted to do it.
My genetic line is a real mixed bag, some really great stuff, some
really weaid stuff, but I'll be the end of this line too.
What I'm seeing here in the Colonies...this is actually a good thing.
As I've said the last several years...just waiting for the
apes/asteroids. Add to that some of the stories coming out on the real idiots here to wear something simple like a mask or be concerned about others around you. At least one good thing is not having to worry about those being left behind.
I got my ticket in 1989. :)
My coordination is a bit iffy, but I've managed to work around some issues. Still not great at most ball sports, so it's a matter of
"shopping around". :)
My genetic line is a real mixed bag, some really great stuff, some
really weaid stuff, but I'll be the end of this line too.
Yeah, who knows. We've got some similar issues in Melbourne, and one smartas woman tried to ignore the cops at a checkpoint. They did let
her through, but used the cop's vest cam as evidence to get her details and slapped her with a hefty fine after the fact. Score one for the
cops. :) Still sporadic parties and other stupid shit going on down there.
On 07-24-20 13:27, Daryl Stout wrote to Vk3jed <=-
@VIA: TBOLT
Tony,
I got my ticket in 1989. :)
You got me beat by 2 years. :P But, you can slap and sprint away
faster than I can, anyway. <G>
My coordination is a bit iffy, but I've managed to work around some issues. Still not great at most ball sports, so it's a matter of
"shopping around". :)
The only real sports I do now are on teh BBS.
At a Verizon store in California, one female was so angered by being told she had to wear a mask, that she became belligerent...so, the
staff called the cops. She was so angry, that she dropped her pants and panties, squatted, and proceeded to urinate on the floor/carpet. The
cops got there, and she was arrested...then it was discovered she had several stolen items in her vehicle.
At a Verizon store in California, one female was so angered by being told she had to wear a mask, that she became belligerent...so, the
staff called the cops. She was so angry, that she dropped her pants and panties, squatted, and proceeded to urinate on the floor/carpet. The
cops got there, and she was arrested...then it was discovered she had several stolen items in her vehicle.
Oh, dear, some people. :/
On 07-25-20 12:39, Daryl Stout wrote to Vk3jed <=-
No word if she was blonde. :P
Daryl
... A Steak Sandwich: A Porterhouse between 2 Ribeyes.
... A Steak Sandwich: A Porterhouse between 2 Ribeyes.
Sounds typically American. :)
On 07-26-20 18:58, Daryl Stout wrote to Vk3jed <=-
The thing is, I'm not much of a steak eater. There used to be
a restaurant chain around here called "Steak Out". I loved their
grilled sirloin tips.
Yeah, I was a bit out of town. During the day, I could receive mostly Melbourne stations, but at night, interstate stations would come in quite trong
know any ham's or I would've got my ticket way before 2007.I got my ticket in 1989. :)
My coordination is a bit iffy, but I've managed to work around some issues. Still not great at most ball sports, so it's a matter of
"shopping around". :)
Yeah, who knows. We've got some similar issues in Melbourne, and one smartas woman tried to ignore the cops at a checkpoint. They did let
her through, but used the cop's vest cam as evidence to get her details and slapped her with a hefty fine after the fact. Score one for the
cops. :) Still sporadic parties and other stupid shit going on down there.
At a Verizon store in California, one female was so angered by being told she had to wear a mask, that she became belligerent...so, the staff called the cops. She was so angry, that she dropped her pants and
panties, squatted, and proceeded to urinate on the floor/carpet. The
cops got there, and she was arrested...then it was discovered she had several stolen items in her vehicle.
The thing is, I'm not much of a steak eater. There used to be
a restaurant chain around here called "Steak Out". I loved their
grilled sirloin tips.
I do like a good steak, but after a week of nothing but steak for
dinner (and all of it very good), while I was in the US, I was ready
for something else. :)
... Famous last words: "Oh, don't be so paranoid!"
Almost beats the idiot in Oklahoma City at the shoe store who started throwing boxes...but left her ID & such...so they found her.
In terms of Verizon pisser...someone should have video'ed her fit &
posted it to porn sites where it will never go away. It's the perfect
gift for someone like this which keeps giving & giving.
On 07-27-20 23:13, Phoobar wrote to Vk3jed <=-
Usually...it would be stations about 100 miles away in Tulsa I would
pick up or wanted to. Oklahoma City was/is still the same as Salt Lake
City...300 years in the past. Heard people say we can't time
travel...but you head to some of these places in the Southern US...it's amazing some of these "people" can walk up right...much less talk.
know any ham's or I would've got my ticket way before 2007.I got my ticket in 1989. :)
For some reason...seem to remember that the lowest level here could be
had years before without code. My ears suck & have a hard time hearing
the difference between a dot/dash. That's why I didn't get my ticket
until code was no longer a requirement.
Being a loner all my life (being raised that way from 10 years
old)...many things I enjoy are things you do alone.
Have found at least here in the Colonies that the ones who screw you
over the worst are the 1st ones to beg to be cured...like if they had
done the easy/smart thing in the 1st place...they may not have been in that situation. I wear a mask at work (required) & when shopping (required). On the other hand...riding a scooter...naturally practice social distancing. Even keep a decent mask still in the wrapper under
my seat.
On 07-30-20 21:03, Daryl Stout wrote to Vk3jed <=-
My late wife was a steak eater...yours truly, not so much. One time after one of her heart surgeries, when she awoke from the anesthesia,
she saw a bowl of chicken broth in front of her. She growled "What is
this garbage?? I want a steak!!" <G>.
... Famous last words: "Oh, don't be so paranoid!"
What does this red button do?? <BOOM!!> <G>
I do like a good steak, but after a week of nothing but steak for dinner (and all of it very good), while I was in the US, I was ready for something else. :)
As I said, I like a steak, but I also like variety, which seemed to be lacking when I was there, unless you looked around. I did end up at a nice Italian restaurant in Austin, TX to break the steak monotony.
Turned out to be a great restaurant with excellent customer service. Needless to say, they got a good tip. :)
... Famous last words: "Oh, don't be so paranoid!"
What does this red button do?? <BOOM!!> <G>
That one too. ;)
On 07-30-20 19:53, Phoobar wrote to Vk3jed <=-
I know they have to have some decent cuts of meat down there. Some of
my hamburger/beef is imported from down there. I could make a joke
about a dingo & a baby...but doubt if anyone would get it other than you/me. ;D
On 07-31-20 10:58, Daryl Stout wrote to Vk3jed <=-
I haven't had Italian food in a long time...I've got a craving for
it. But, the sauces tend to set my acid reflux off in spades.
... Stewardess Trainee: "Where does this door gooooooooooo??"
I haven't had Italian food in a long time...I've got a craving for
it. But, the sauces tend to set my acid reflux off in spades.
Ate pasta tonight, actually. :)
... Stewardess Trainee: "Where does this door gooooooooooo??"
Hahaha oops. :D
On 08-08-20 17:30, Daryl Stout wrote to Vk3jed <=-
... Stewardess Trainee: "Where does this door gooooooooooo??"
Hahaha oops. :D
Or like the meme with this guy outside the airplane window, with
his parachute deploying, and him holding the sign "I WAS YOUR PILOT".
The man replied "I met this good looking woman, and we got to know
each other real well. We got naked, and she said 'Now, go to town!!';
so, here I am". Blonde males do exist. <G>
he proceeded to urinate all down Daddy's arm (he had to have his wife
and parents give some help <G>). He said "I'll bet no other net control operator has had that situation". <G>
On 07-27-20 23:13, Phoobar wrote to Vk3jed <=-
Usually...it would be stations about 100 miles away in Tulsa I
would pick up or wanted to. Oklahoma City was/is still the same
as Salt Lake
100 miles is daytime propagation, especially for the 50kW public broadcasters. Night time would be at least 4 or 5 times that, from interstate 5kW commercial stations. :)
know any ham's or I would've got my ticket way before 2007.I got my ticket in 1989. :)
... Stewardess Trainee: "Where does this door gooooooooooo??"
Hahaha oops. :D
Or like the meme with this guy outside the airplane window, with
his parachute deploying, and him holding the sign "I WAS YOUR PILOT".
Hmm, slight problem there. ;)
On 08-08-20 19:31, Ray Quinn wrote to Vk3jed <=-
I remember listening to KFI into New Mexico and Utah when I was an over-the-road truck driver back in the 1990's. Ahhh... the "good ol'
days" of radio. I remember listening to a game in Pennsylvania on a station from St. Louis, Missouri. However, I don't believe that the
"clear channel" stations exist any more.
On 08-10-20 13:37, Daryl Stout wrote to Vk3jed <=-
Or like the meme with this guy outside the airplane window, with
his parachute deploying, and him holding the sign "I WAS YOUR PILOT".
Hmm, slight problem there. ;)
What was your first clue?? <G>
The man replied "I met this good looking woman, and we got to know
each other real well. We got naked, and she said 'Now, go to town!!';
so, here I am". Blonde males do exist. <G>
Used to work with a guy this happened to. His buddy gave him a pass by saying you don't let your bud get into something like this. I wasn't so forgiving...especially since I would want to tell the twisted story in
the future.
he proceeded to urinate all down Daddy's arm (he had to have his wife
and parents give some help <G>). He said "I'll bet no other net control operator has had that situation". <G>
Remember seeing a baby pix of me on 620 film of being a fountain.
On 08-08-20 19:31, Ray Quinn wrote to Vk3jed <=-
Yeah, maybe the ABC, being the public broadcaster had clear channel status. They certainly had better frequency allocations for distance
and 10 times the power of the commercial stations.
One station in Sydney I particularly liked was 2SM in Sydney, but unfortunately, 3AW in Melbourne was 600km closer and 9 kHz away, which made 2SM difficult to listen to.
... URA Redneck if people hear your car a long time before they see
it.
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On 08-21-20 14:36, Ray Quinn wrote to Vk3jed <=-
I remember listening to the Olympics a few years ago on ABC in the 40 meter band while camping in Kings Canyon National Park, near Sequoia
NP), but I believe they have ceased broadcasting on the 40m band as I
no longer pick them up. I was only able to hear ABC in the morning on
One station in Sydney I particularly liked was 2SM in Sydney, but unfortunately, 3AW in Melbourne was 600km closer and 9 kHz away, which made 2SM difficult to listen to.
Here in the US, stations start with W or K, just like Amateur calls.
For the most part, stations beginning with W (WGN Chicago, WSM
Nashville) east of the Mississippi River while stations West of the
river begin with K. There are some
Just like here - you can hear the dozers coming for 20 minutes before
they get here where I am "staged". I am sitting with two other dozer "transports" on the
Hills Fire near Coalinga, California. The air quality is Unhealthy and
I can't
see more than maybe 1 mile due to smoke. The valley is a big bowl and
bad air gets trapped here easily..
If you're talking about Radio Australia, yes, they shut down a few
years ago, which I consider to be very short sighted. I personally believe shortwave broadcasting is still relevant for a whole host of reasons. :(
Domestic broadcast stations traditionally had callsigns starting with
the state number, then 2 letters for AM and 3 letters for FM stations. Today, you rarely hear station callsigns on air, they use a more
marketing oriented name.
Just like here - you can hear the dozers coming for 20 minutes
before they get here where I am "staged". I am sitting with two
other dozer "transports" on the
Hills Fire near Coalinga, California. The air quality is
Unhealthy and I can't
see more than maybe 1 mile due to smoke. The valley is a big
bowl and bad air gets trapped here easily..
Yeah, the fires look nasty over there. I see California has asked for help from this part of the world.
On 08-25-20 16:06, Ray Quinn wrote to Vk3jed <=-
That was likely it. I agree. All it takes is for the local
infrastructure (fire, flood, earthquake, etc., to destroy the cell
towers and other means of communication where short wave radio can
travel at almost whatever distance you
need. The Voice of America had a station just south of the county line near Delano, CA but it, too, has ceased operations. It has one heck of
an antenna farm, though.
In the US, stations must announce their call letters every thirty
minutes, where TV stations can place it on the image. They also use "marketing oriented names" as well, but usually more frequently than 30 minutes.
I have moved on to the next one south of San Francisco a bit on what
they call the CZU Lightning Complex - Cal Fire San Mateo-Santa Cruz
Unit (CZU) where the weather is much cooler, around 70-75F degrees in
the daytime and upper 50's at night. Right now, the wind is blowing a
bit and while I am wearing a sweat shirt, I need to roll up the window
as it is a bit chilly. I'm only a few miles
from the Pacific Ocean...
I know they have to have some decent cuts of meat down there. Some ofYeah, we do - beef, lamb, even kangaroo (I quite like it). :)
:) After decades, her conviction was overturned, and there have been
other instances of dingos attempting to take babies since.
forgiving...especially since I would want to tell the twisted story i the future.Especially when one gets into their nether moods. <G>
Remember seeing a baby pix of me on 620 film of being a fountain.And, folks classify the pictures of their own baby having a bath, or walking around nude, as "porn". If that's the case, you have to classify all of this as porn as well:
camp. Besides, in a nudist camp, you can tell "who the best man is". <G>
On 08-10-20 20:30, Phoobar wrote to Vk3jed <=-
You knew this one was coming. How is 'roo? Please don't mention the American answer that it tastes like chicken. ;)
WOW! I take it that other dingos won't have sex with their own...so
they have to steal other babies to call their own?!? ;D Quite a few
years removed from Ralf Harris. ;)
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