Tom

Although I can see your point about Ed's sharp tongue, he is likely a
techincally bright guy who is as intolerant of old guys like you and me
who
make more mistakes than we'd like.
I'm 74 and used to be a fairly active antenna making ham in the 1960s.
But, I dont know crap compared to the guys who currently study about
antennas and electronics. I'd bet that you and I will have more comfort
if
we dont get overly excited when we get yelled at for writing things that
dont quite fit with the current level of 'technical knowledge'.
There is so much really good technical guidance available within this
news
group that it doesnt make any sense for us old guys to get upset when we
get
insulted. I've found it alot easir to read around most criticism. That
way
I can continue to enjoy this nifty way of keeping aware of antenna
development (without having to go back to books and class rooms).
You are welcome to tell me to F888 off if this post offends. I only
offer
it as a way of showing that even though I see your point, I also consider
it
so unimportant that you and I get yelled at occasionally.

Jerry

Hi Jerry ....there would be absolutely no reason to tell you do anything
concerning the above post. I look upon the newgroups in a positive way to
share information. I have drawn ire from some in the past but maybe those
individuals will think the next time they hit the send key. There are
plenty of people who follow these groups who don't send messages and I feel
a good part of them are young people who are interested. I remember those
times as a teenager just starting out and being treated quite poorly by some
OTers. We really need to remember what we were like starting out and the
errors we made. As for getting yelled at ......you must be married .....
as my dad once told me ...the best 2 words are yes dear .... and boy he was
right.

73 Jerry ....... Tom KI3R