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[Gene GeRue <genegerue AT ruralize.com>]

On Dec 7, 2008, at 2:20 PM, Clansgian AT wmconnect.com wrote:

> Keep in mind that the monetary value of gold is fiat just as is  
> paper money.
> A jug of rum retains its value, its natural use, no matter what  
> anyone else
> thinks.  But if no one is willing to trade in gold, you have a  
> shinny yellow
> fishing sinker or rifle ball.

I've always thought of gold as simply an unusable, undependable  
investment with no dividends but really good shelf life.

I like land, seeds, tools, ammunition, spare parts for water,  
electrical and plumbing systems, building materials, hardware,  
clothes, kitchen and bath necessities, books and music..

This coming year might also be a good time to fill up large propane  
and diesel tanks.