There aren't too many people here who haven't already bet more than 30k. This board is quickly becoming more and more like RB. The problem I see is that as much as I know I should ignore a foolish challenge like "I'll bet you", my competitive nature just gets flowing.
I want to say, "Austin, why in the world would you post something as foolish as 'Somebody on another board wants to bet 30k that Embarq has failed. Wonder if he'll get a taker'. You obviously know this guy is an idiot who is just trying to get people's juices flowing. You obviously are doing the same thing. Would you just give it a rest for a few days?"
But since, as you can tell, I have done such a good job of teaching myself to not let those things irritate me, I'll just say, "Austin, thanks for filling me in on the opportunity. Greatly appreciated!"