Very good post, thanks for the feedback. I agree with you, it is all about jobs and if we are losing jobs or they are going overseas then the economy is bound to stay weak or get weaker.
I don't personally see to much stability out there on anything including oil / gas prices. I think it is about playing the opportunities that present themselves but I see real potential in oil business over the next few years.
I will be sure to check out MO, amazing 1 year chart.