Thank you for your service. You mentioned the time you spend serving the community, but neglected to mention the monetary costs to you. I don’t personally know what that equipment costs, but it’s got to be a pretty penny.
I’ve always had a lot of respect for the hams around the world. They have been the link that held the world together when everything else went to heck in a handbasket. The rest of the time, they’re just weirdos who sit up at night talking to distant voices across the void.
I also receive NO reimbursement for my time or travel. One of the hospitals is 80 miles from my house and another is 65 miles the other way.
I also attend many seminars and meetings on my nickle. I did have most of my expenses picked up last year to attend the Texas Hurricane Conference in Galveston.