After thinking about this, it has become rediculously obvious that PTSC mgt is unwilling to do so. We jump to all kinds of conclusions here but may have overlooked one that seems quite credible. PTSC is wanting S&L to do certain things, and S&L is balking. Hence, PTSC is no longer willing to promote company to enhance pps until S&L caves. In the meantime, it helps the buyback program, but that is just a side benefit. And this would be enormously good news IMHO. Opty