michael, I would hardly consider that a rant. More like honest discussion which is what this board is all about, hopefully. In regards to your pinksheets comment I would say that the OTC markets really do have an advantage over the BB for sure and perhaps even the big boards at this point in time. They have excellent access to filings and every piece of data that an individual investor is looking for, many China stocks have already moved to that platform as well as US and other listed BB stocks.
I tend to agree with you that trading is the proper way to play the market environment, and although I have not been much of a trader I have found myself taking small gains when I can as opposed to needless losses - There seems to be no sense in spitting against the wind, and one can hardly fight against a fearful sentiment.
I've read your posts on CGS as well and really like where you are coming from. If I may take the liberty of summarizing your sytle, I'd say pragmatic and hopeful. Me too. Must guard every move like a hawk in the current environment.
malc.