I've argued the dilution issue in perhaps 50 posts. And I agree with you on that.
Chad's arguments are worthless, imo. Yes, the company will still earn good money and grow. But that is because of the NTA infrastructure already in place plus on-going total cap ex, not because of marginal funds from new share issuance.
Th company is way better off admitting this, and signalling that they are pursuing alternatives.
But I don't see why you continue to imply -- actually say -- that quarterly earnings determine the p/e ratio. They don't; yearly earnings do.
2013 earnings will be $100M, not $40M or $43M. Simple as that.
So, wait until tomorrow, and if you like, tell us what you think 2013 yearly earnings will be, and why.