MISH - you started 4 months before I did. Like you, I have never sold. Started in Jan/06 & bought for 18 consecutive months -- took a rest -- then started again! Many people question the wisdom of many faithful longs - wonder why they waste their time & energy - I personally know many very, very bright people who certainly are not crazy - they put their resources where their hearts & brains are -- so be it!

I agree that Garry has spent most of his life dedicated to the Alaska properties. He knows them like the palm of his hand. His tenacity & brilliance have proven him to be a winner & a survivor against all odds & despite the relentous bashing of decades. He has demonstrated tremendous respect for the environment. He deserves more credit than he gets for all the infrastructures & exploration to date - worth $1/2 - 1 B in to-days dollars. To start from scratch to-day would be impossible. He is literally sitting on several very rich properties & Tom Bundzten thinks so as well.

Thanks MISH for your continued support