On Sat, 02 Oct 2010 07:14:07 -0400, Bob wrote:

I have the normal lightning arresters for my outside (receive only)
antenna, but am still worried.

Hi Bob,

Research this group through Google for methods of building a grounded
antenna: loop, shunt-fed, folded dipole/monopole, etc.

OR

Build an electronic switchable antenna switch (AKA relay) that is only
connected to your antenna when someone's butt is planted in the chair.

73's
Richard Clark, KB7QHC