they think I'm an idiot. when I could be using the money I'm investing for other stuff. well this is what I'm into. so kiss my well I won't say. an it's not like I don't have the extra money to throw at the market. if the price is a good time too. I'll do as I wish. it's my money. my bills are paid I have food. I have all the appliances an furniture a place could have. so like said b4 the can kiss it.

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yea it's been a hard yr so far. but a good one at the same time. I got better positions on all my assets. I feel there won't be a recession at least if it does it won't be long. but the market always bounces back. it just may take a little longer to see the rewards part of investing. my friend thought I was nuts to keep buyin when it was gettin really low. but when it really takes off. I should have a nicer smile on my face. than just the beautiful one they see now. lol