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To: sea_urchin who wrote (7309)8/20/1999 4:34:00 PM
From: goldsheet  Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 81109
 
> Blessed are the Goldbugs for they shall inherit the earth.

I have often though of writing an essay much like Betrand Russell's classic "Why I Am Not A Christian", and call it "Why I Am Not a Goldbug". Faith in God, Faith in Gold, only one letter different

> Re promoting your website, SI has actually been doing it for you
> techstocks.com

Yes, I asked them to do that at least three years ago, but it really doesn't result in too many hits. I get more from the posts.

P.S. I am in an exceptional poor mood today and despite my best efforts to remain professional, it carried over to my posts - my sincere apologies. I came to my senses shortly before deleting my entire website from my server and going on a vacation. I still really need a vacation, but I'll leave the website up ;)



To: sea_urchin who wrote (7309)8/20/1999 8:30:00 PM
From: Alan Whirlwind  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 81109
 
I think most around here understand that the plying the PM's is a seedy way to invest.

As far as self-righteousness, it seems to be at the forefront of nearly every investment vehicle. I think mutual funds and the Dow to 50,000 in our lifetime crowd represent a much better example.

--Alan