The share price is low enough that it ought to be attracting value investors. But the problem seems to be that we have no catalysts in our near future that will move this puppy upwards.

Seriously, what can we expect to give us a push in Q1 2014? A possible mention in Teck's next quarterly report? As far as I'm aware, that's about all we have to hope for -- confirmation of further drilling next summer.

So, based on that, our share price should remain in the gutter for some time to come. Right?

Maybe if copper prices really take off, we'll reach a sort of mania or over-exuberance and copper stocks will start to move. That was the environment in 2009 through 2013 when copper was on a steady hike upwards.

If we could be so fortunate to have a repeat of that those macro conditions maybe CUU will start to appreciate later in the year and then some NRs relating to the next round of drill results and maybe even EA approvals late in the year will really propel us much higher prior to a buyout.

That's probably a pipe dream, but it's about all I've got.

I wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous 2014, and may we finally realize our long-awaited payday this year.