This is Bill - K8RWH who is a regular member of the net.

"Beaver Bill" (thanks K.G.), also known as "Radio's Wonderful Ham" (thanks Purple Fly Swatter), listened as a short wave listener from 7th grade on thru high school in his native Fairfax, OK, but never could afford to pursue a lham radio license until after college and marriage in the late 60s, at which time he was a technician without any gear. After serving in the USNR and at Tinker AFB for 17 years, he uprooted his family in central OK to serve with NATO in Belgium from 1985 thru 1990. His two daughters met their beaus in Belgium and were happily married by 1992. After moving to Beavercreek, OH in 1990 and serving an additional 16 years with Wright-Patterson AFB, he decided to try for his technician in March 06, then general in April 06, and finally extra class in March 07. Homebrewing antennas is a passion with Bill, as well as meeting other hams when he is serving as alternate net control station. Happily retired and married to Sharon , Bill enjoys reading, golf, music (he used to play some country fiddle until a power tool accident), and now is considering playing string bass, if he can find an economical instrument. He likes to walk 11 year old Linus, shown on his lap, and loves to be with his 3 granddaughters in Nashville, TN, whenever he can. Bill found a delightful "home" on the WSSBN and is grateful for all the fine friends he has made there. 73 and Happy Trails from K8RWH.

Thanks for your participation and efforts on the net, Bill.