Blackbird wings

   Another month has passed, and Blackbird continues to fly.  There are a host of things to discuss regarding that story, but there are two comments from readers that I would like to address.  One comes from a good friend and exercise partner who recently completed reading the story.  He says, "there is a little bit of you in each of the characters."  That is an amazingly kind thing to say; something every author wants to hear.  It means someone else has seen your heart and soul in the story.  The other reader absolutely made my month!  He is 83 and also a friend and acquaintance for more than 20 years.  He said, "I am getting on in years, and was looking for some motivation in my life.  I read the story, Blackbird, and it immediately triggered my desire to have that adventure back in my life, so I renewed my expired ham radio license with the FCC."  And he came over to show me his new license.  THAT is one of the reasons I wrote the story.  There is a place for everyone in amateur radio. The multiple modes of communication can appeal to the youngest and oldest among us.  We shall see what the future brings, but I am sure of one thing:  IT WILL BE AN ADVENTURE!