[CW] Sideswipers

[Anderson Radioactivity]

OM & YL's,

Hi.  A quick rundown on me, and then a new thread for everyone's input.
I've been a no code for five years.  I'm 43.  I've failed the 5WPM several 
times.  I'm determined to work CW, as I'm attracted by it's ability to "get 
through", and I'm just intrigued by it.

I do have a fairly severe case of dyslexia, eg: I've re-edited this post 
more than once to correct errors.  I have been told by several VE's that if 
I did want to work voice, or data (yuck), I'm eligible for a medical 
exemption.  I DO NOT want to go that route.

When I pass, and get on the air, practice making perfect I believe, I'm 
seriously thinking about a sideswiper.  I don't like the feel of iambic, and 
honestly not a straight key either.  What feels natural to me is a dit left, 
dah right movement, timing by my touch.  CQ then, would be left, right, 
left, right  pause  left, left, right, left rocking motion with the right 
hand.  I'm left handed, but the keys just feel better in the right.  It 
might be nice to have the pencil in the left hand for me too.

What dop you all think??  Also, anyone got any good plans for a homebrew 
cootie??  I've seen the Spanish and the WhiteRook, but I'd kind of like to 
make one that's EXACTLY what I want.  Gotta be more comfortable.

Thanks for the inputs and opinions.

73, DW, KE6WYB, SHASTA COUNTY, CA, USA, CN80

   Trust in the Lord with all your heart,><>
   <><And lean not on your own understanding
      <><Proverbs 3:5><>



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