anyone any suggestion i need to fill my time

I'm no spring chicken I'm 57, I'm glad your giving it go you read all the comments and everyone is here for anyone how needs a bit of help will do there best to help in anyway they can good luck and i hope you pass as well we all route for everyone on here
regards 
Dave

i would like to thank everyone that has join in this tread and giving all the support you all have during this hard and upsetting time i find myself in, if it wasn't for you all i would still wallowing in self pity, not knowing what to do with my time for that i thank you all. to show how much i asperate it I'm going pass my ticket. Reading your comments on here have been a life line for me
regards
dave

teapot wrote:

Reading your comments on here have been a life line for me
regards
dave

It's what a community is for, Dave.

I'm very touched by your heartfelt words.

It's sometimes difficult to say what you need to in an open forum. If you need a shoulder, or anything at all, please inbox me.

Deb

thanks deb i will do that if i need to
regards
dave

Good luck to you both.

I don't know what the courses intail now as I did mine way back in 84.

I'm sure if you need any help the more recent members can help you out if
you have any questions.

Ian
It say's on my profile Age 16 but that was back in the early 70s.
Have more faith in yourself (go on Victor have another chuckle).

teapot wrote:

for the last 4 years I've been looking after mom, now she gone into a care home her home now emptied I've got a lot more on my hands and im feeling low because i now have nothing to do.
regards
dave

I went through a somewhat similar situation.
Suddenly, I found myself alone, and my daily routine was completely disrupted.
I no longer had responsibilities, and suddenly I had a lot of free time that I didn’t know how to fill.
Sitting at home and falling into depression wasn’t a solution.
I was in my late thirties at the time.

Although ham radio can be an interesting hobby, I think an activity that allows you to meet with people in person would be better for you.

In my case, I decided to start taking salsa classes, and later, bachata as well. (Dance course)
It was really interesting, I met a lot of people, and there were plenty of social gatherings and dance parties.
Looking back now, I can say that it was one of the best periods of my life.
I don’t know how old you are, but even though I’m physically older now, I don’t feel that way inside.
I’m always ready to try something new.  

Best of luck Dave & Ian, as others have indicated it's not that difficult as long as you read the questions 2 or 3 times.
Getting the foundation is the best thing I have done in many years, and now enjoy voice & FT8, it sure beats watching the TV!

having done 4 modules in the course i am well on the way to pass just a quick up date it hasn't been that hard so far 
regards
dave 
ps booking test next week once ive done some tidying my place is full of moms stuff after emptying her home

it says i can only use type approved equipment dose that include antennas?
regards
dave

teapot wrote:

it says i can only use type approved equipment dose that include antennas?
regards
dave

No.

Dave, regarding 'type approved equipment', I believe with the recent licence changes that foundation level licence holders are now allowed to build their own equipment.

I don't want to confuse you with any misinformation, so unless anyone else here can verify that 100%, it would be good for you to ask the question whilst you are doing the course.

Book your test asap as you might not get a date for weeks.
You can pick a date that is suitable for you.

SangueG wrote:

Dave, regarding 'type approved equipment', I believe with the recent licence changes that foundation level licence holders are now allowed to build their own equipment.

I don't want to confuse you with any misinformation, so unless anyone else here can verify that 100%, it would be good for you to ask the question whilst you are doing the course.

I would agree with this.

The new updated licence conditions
As a Foundation licensee, you will be able to build your own equipment and access the
2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band. There is a maximum transmit power of 2 Watts in these bands.

Updating the Amateur Radio Licence framework
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/siteassets/resources/documents/consultations/category-2-6-weeks/263174-amateur-radio-licensing-framework/associated-documents/updating-the-amateur-radio-licensing-framework-overview-of-key-changes/?v=330562

just a quirk update course finished mock at the end of the i got 87% i intend to book exam in a few days, just been to busy helping my brother sorting everything from mom making sure he can walk round without hurting himself 
regards
dave

I passed my exam on Sunday with a score of 24 out of 26. One of the questions I got wrong was the ladder safety question, i didnt read the question properly and I knew as soon as i submitted it.

Some of the questions were new to me, even though I had done a lot of mocks, I had not seen these ones before.

Just waiting for my confirmation from the RSGB, they have to send a letter by post as email is not a thing in 2024

Good luck to Dave and others! Read the questions 2 or 3 times to avoid the "oh i know this one" and selecting an answer before fully reading the question

Well done Ian, really pleased for you on your pass.

Good luck Dave, will keep fingers crossed for you.

well done Ian really pleased you passed I'm boking mine tomorrow had to wait for funds
regards
dave

Chaosuk wrote:

I passed my exam on Sunday with a score of 24 out of 26. 

Absolutely brilliant   

Over the moon for you.

WOW

Deb

my exam was meant to happen on Friday, but i had to cancel because mom has had another stroke on Monday so back in hospital and i just cant consecrate on anything bar mom nor do i have the time either. will keep you all update on when i will take it. sorry its not the news you wanted from me.
regards
dave

teapot wrote:

my exam was meant to happen on Friday, but i had to cancel because mom has had another stroke on Monday so back in hospital and i just cant consecrate on anything bar mom nor do i have the time either. will keep you all update on when i will take it. sorry its not the news you wanted from me.
regards
dave

So sorry to hear that, Dave. I completely understand your position. Hope mum improves. You'll get your ticket, I know you will.

Deb

I'm so sorry to hear your news Dave, I spent several months preparing for the full licence exam and the night before my mum was taken into hospital with a suspected stroke. Needless to say I went to the hospital and not the exam, that was four years ago now so would have to start again from scratch.

I hope your mum makes a swift recovery and you can return to your studies at some point in the future.

Best 73 Gary.

Hi Dave,

Sorry to hear about your Mother and I send my best regards and well wishes to all.

Your examination aspirations will just have to sit on the back burner for now until things are more settled for you all. Some things in life obviously take priority and a reshuffle is required.

I still commend you for pursuing your interests so far and doing well with the Amateur Radio course.  

Again my very best wishes for your Mum and yourself too during difficult times.

Take good care.

73,
Victor

thanks everyone for your support again
regards
dave