I just realized I don't know how to spell Ishmael.  I hope that's right, because I'm not looking it up.

Actually, don't call me that.

Call me by my new call sign.  Yes, the FCC database finally (after 7 long days!) contains my call sign for ham radio.

I am KD0DCJ.

It just rolls off the tongue, doesn't it? Well, not yet, but I hope it will some day.

I tried out a radio last night, and said my call sign wrong.  Duh!  Then, I was kind of afraid to have anyone hear my voice. 

These are the traits of a ham radio operator, aren't they??

Maybe if I answer the phone with my call sign for a few days, I'll remember it and get used to saying it.