Steadygain's Account Talk

[Steadygain]

Birch,
I hope with all my heart and being that you'll be able to understand what I'm telling you. My LIFE is 'my religion' and my RELIGION is 'my life'.

No organized 'religion' met my personal NEED to know the Spirt of GOD as GOD would want; as I was meant to live and all the more to know the LIFE that GOD alone could make possible. Over the years I have come to find a better way of knowing GOD and striving to let His LOVE and GLORY known in me.

For if GOD does exist, then nothing else could possibly compare to this and all the more if in my deepest endeavor and committment to know GOD more fully --- if in fact my life is 'Transformed' through a LOVE that conquers all (my shortcomings and flaws) and 'FREES' me to Serve Him with greater qualities and I can deeply and honestly acknowledge the manner by which others are 'Blessed' through me -- NOT because of me -- but because of GOD in me -- then 'My Religion' is TRUE.

PLEASE Know - that with me everything is a 'Season' and with every Season - FAMILY - always takes the highest priority. Then there are many dear and wonderful friends - then there are 'relationships' in general.

feeling sorry for myself 'cause I've lost some money...and you guys and gals come along and make it obvious what REALLY matters ! This MB truly IS a special place ! Thanks...

Throughout the Season - many deeply wonderful moments have happened and all the more I am very grateful for the 'good' moments we all have shared here and there.

I have no idea how I knew it, but I have known it for a very long time. We are brothers Birch

Please forgive me for not being more honest -- for I most certainly do know why we are brothers and have known it all along. There is a knowledge that transcends beyond all other knowledge and GOD alone could make this known.

One of my favorite things about our buddy Steady is that he can appreciate viewpoints that differ from his, even when not agreeing with them. Some people think that there are two opinions, theirs and the wrong one. Friend Steady knows that our great individual freedom allows everyone to voice an opinion, no matter how rigid or inflexible it is.

Lady

What she did not know - nor could anyone have known this - is that 'My Religion' allows me but ONE CHANCE for each Season. 'Death before Dishonor' means there is 'NO PART' you don't fully give up; it means a Sacrifice beyond all others; it means Death (if that's what it takes) and once this is DONE - there is 'no taking it back'.

I hope with all my heart you understand this Birch, because I have lived through many Seasons and this is the hardest part. A LIFE - sacrificed - cannot be taken back. GOD ultimately 'Transforms me' so I have another LIFE and with that another Season. That is 'My Religion' and 'My LIFE'.

It is DONE - the Sacrifice was made - and to Him is all Honor and Glory.

I don't remember having a 'Big Brother' before - but it is the highest honor anyone could have and shows the highest level of love and respect imaginable.

Always and forever,
Rick

 

[Steadygain]

In light of the overall picture - the global economy appears to be recovering and gaining strength; especially Brazil and India. It's only a matter of time before the USA finally pulls through.

The drop in 'Housing' means nothing to me and is simply a reflection of how the bulk of our 'Disaster' even occured. I'm also not concerned with the drop in home values and solidly believe having the right home in the right location is NOW and forever one of the best investments possible.

The talk of 'double dips' and gloomy days ahead appears to be a feature that some refuse to let go. In my thinking we continue to be at the last stage before a TRUE BULL MARKET dominates the future. Some of this may be tied to 'politics' and to me that's not important. The only thing I care about is being fully invested and riding it through.

 

[Steadygain]

In light of the overall picture - the global economy appears to be recovering and gaining strength; especially Brazil and India. It's only a matter of time before the USA finally pulls through.

The drop in 'Housing' means nothing to me and is simply a reflection of how the bulk of our 'Disaster' even occured. I'm also not concerned with the drop in home values and solidly believe having the right home in the right location is NOW and forever one of the best investments possible.

The talk of 'double dips' and gloomy days ahead appears to be a feature that some refuse to let go. In my thinking we continue to be at the last stage before a TRUE BULL MARKET dominates the future. Some of this may be tied to 'politics' and to me that's not important. The only thing I care about is being fully invested and riding it through.

It was the evening I posted this I came to believe just the opposite of what I expressed and went 100% G Fund the next day.

I do think we'll pull through this eventually but now it appears the USA does not appear as high a priority as some other places.

The drop in housing 'itself' didn't mean anything and I forget everything I heard that night but somehow he convinced me to go in protection mode and let things ride for the next few months.

A very significant and downward spiral to a very deep bottom (and not a temporary and short lived correction) will do as much to bring on the BULL - all of us have been longing for what feels like years and years.

 

[Guest2]

HEY !!!!!!!!! LETS PARTY !!!!!!!!!!

BREAKOUT THOSE JIMMY HENDERIX
ALBUMS AND YOUR DANCING SHOES !!!!!!
ITS TIME TO BOOGEY !!!!!

 

[Steadygain]

Squale - I'm always thrilled to feel and appreciate your happiness and excitement. If you're IN - I hope you the very best.

Today I'm focusing on 'Twisting Facts' - as it forces us to wonder ...

Lets' USE the only Facts:
If today's actiivity is spured by a 'Surge in U.S. Manufacturing'

The first link:

U.S. Manufacturing activity Surges
http://money.cnn.com/2010/09/01/news/economy/ISM_manufacturing/index.htm

Look at the Facts:
CHINA (hip hip horay) -- Chinamerica

China has been spending Billions and Billions of dollars in the recent past Building 'Manufacturing' Companies in the USA - hiring US workers.

I share this because a 'Surge in U.S. Manufacturing' may more represent the magnitude by which 'our world' is changing.

The next link:
Chinese Manufacturing could help avoid 'CRASH'
http://money.cnn.com/2010/09/01/news/international/china_manufacturing/index.htm

Chinese Products have largely dominated almost everything we buy - and here I mean they come from CHINA.

There 'surplus' in the recent past was equal to half of either what the US makes in a year or equal to half the entire US Deficit.

Nothing could possibly make the US fall harder than them stopping the line of 'Credit'.

So I honestly do not know what is happening today - or the reason for the huge surge. If it's because of U.S. Manufacturing - then I would have to believe it will be short lived.

 

[Birchtree]

ISM to 56.3 from 55.5, the production index increased to 59.9 from 57.0, and the employment index increased from 58.6 in July to 60.4. That suggests increased manufacturing employment in August. I'm staying the course as usual.

 

[vegasmith]

Of course its the unexpected good news of the day driving today's rally. Last night many were expecting uninspiring numbers for manufacturing growth.

But I think it's telling that today's rally is holding Right Below the 50-EMA. S&P 500 looks stalled right at 1077-1079. The market and its spectators know that big Jobs report Friday is trump anything that's happening today.

 

[Birchtree]

There will come a time when the market will ignore the employment picture and concentrate on the earnings - which have really been exceptional. Jobs will come in time after some tweeking in November - all we need is leadership. Enough of community organizing and free give a way programs.

 

[Devilduck]

I'm shaking my head. Why is the F fund moving in a upward direction with C and S so high? I'm waiting for the latter to fall as I'm used to bond movement to move in opposite direction.

I'm new, but am I missing something here?

Thanks..

 

[Birchtree]

There is just so much irrational fear that money looks for security - and that is the wrong approach. Watch the last hour today for a hint.

 

[FAB1]

I'm shaking my head. Why is the F fund moving in a upward direction with C and S so high? I'm waiting for the latter to fall as I'm used to bond movement to move in opposite direction.

I'm new, but am I missing something here?

Thanks..

Bonds can go either way regardless of the market activity. That said, they do tend to usually go the opposite way but not always. I will enjoy whatever I can get from the market or the bonds as long as one doesnt cancel the other out...which aint happening today outside a devasting 3pm dive.

 

[Steadygain]

WOW!!

This has been a very huge day for me and I honestly have the deepest and most wonderful 'Freedom' I can remember.

A billion trillion cazillion thanks for stopping by and making my home all I could have hoped for.

May each and everyone of you find all you have deeply longed to discover and may your LIFE flourish with the richest happiness and the truest and most far reaching LOVE that could ever be known.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

 

[burrocrat]

oh jeez steady, ya done went all analytical on us now huh?

what's with all the market related comments and stuff? this is a financial message board, git with the program.

you bring your sense of humor widja didja?

i hope so.

 

[Steadygain]

oh jeez steady, ya done went all analytical on us now huh?

what's with all the market related comments and stuff? this is a financial message board, git with the program.

you bring your sense of humor widja didja?

i hope so.

It's too complicated to explain.

Please forgive me.

 

[Birchtree]

Steady,

C'mon buck up - it's never that bad. Dig down and retrieve some of that buried courage. Give up on the fear of taphophobia (fear of being buried alive) and walk in the rain. The future is bright for those who ignore the negatives - blaze your own trail. Sometimes the safest position is actually taking point. Walk in the rain - you won't melt. Now is the time to load up the wheelbarrow with sweet superlative bull manure and with the rain just sit back and watch how well money will grow.

 

[Steadygain]

Steady,

C'mon buck up - it's never that bad. Dig down and retrieve some of that buried courage. Give up on the fear of taphophobia (fear of being buried alive) and walk in the rain. The future is bright for those who ignore the negatives - blaze your own trail. Sometimes the safest position is actually taking point. Walk in the rain - you won't melt. Now is the time to load up the wheelbarrow with sweet superlative bull manure and with the rain just sit back and watch how well money will grow.

Sorry Birch,
In all sincerity I'm not really concerned with the TSP. I believe some changes are happening - but the bigger part of me does BELIEVE the USA will have at least ONE more Excellent BULL MARKET before things change completely.

I'm just going through a little transition my friend; trying to make sense of everything and there is just a lot of stuff going on -- but no big deal as I simply need a little more time to weight it all out.

 

[felixthecat]

Is Birchtree still talking about the markets or about agriculture? Hey Birch, I can't get my tomato plant to produce anything, do you think you have any words of wisdom to get my tomato plant to produce? I'm ready to let it wilt. I planted it early in the spring...still didn't do anything.

 

[GUCHI]

FELIX
i had the same problem. the plant was 4.5' tall with no fruit, what up with that?

 

[nnuut]

Did Ya use any insecticides on those Tomatoes? Did they bloom? How about Fertilizer?
I think these guys covered it all, maybe Birch knows the trick?
http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/load/tomato/msg0620575919835.html

 

[Birchtree]

Those tomatoes need a little compost and a dash of Black Cow manure. Mine are starting to bloom now and I'll have fruit into December.