The Questions I Didn’t Ask
A Facebook Marketplace deal, a stranger’s news, and why every shack needs a plan. Today I made an offer on Facebook Marketplace for some radio equipment. I felt bad about it. The…
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// WM3J · Grid FM19 · est. on the air 2001
Welcome Adventurers!
Signals crackle. Dice tumble. Stories spark to life where radio craft meets mythic imagination. This space is built for operators, makers, adventurers, and anyone who loves the hum of a well‑tuned rig as much as the thrill of a new quest.
Here, the technical and the fantastical don’t just coexist — they amplify each other.
You’ll find tools, tales, and tinkering meant to inspire both your inner engineer and your inner storyteller. Settle in, tune up, and explore a world where mastery, curiosity, and a bit of mischief share the same frequency.
On the Screen
ARS Suite and other Java/Maven shenanigans — built for hams, by a ham.
On the Radio
WSJT-X, Hamlib, antennas, and chasing weak signals into the noise floor.
On the Bench
Whatever's currently on the bench — homebrew, half-broken, or hopeful.
On the Table
Dice, dungeons, and other tabletop adventures.
On my Mind
Thoughts, rants, breakthroughs, and a healthy amount of "huh, that worked."
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