I know that I can be a surly critic, sometimes to excess. But regarding this issue and the bigger picture discussed with Puplava recently, I can find absolutely nothing to complain about. My perspective is that as long as this economic crisis continues, I want my company to pull in its horns and stretch out it's already funded existence as long as possible. By delaying decision on exploration until March, Webb will hibernate somewhat yet continue with a positive bias on M&I ounce expansion, already nearing a very respectable 2 million. Furthermore, I would rather wait an additional 6 or 12 months to go full speed ahead if it will insure avoiding a blowup like recently occurred with NG.

I second the motion Dr. Webb. Hoard our cash, as well as our gold, in this climate.

Strike