Breaks are good. I took a break from around 1991 to 1999. After we got into our first house, I started buying and selling on eBay. I sold figures because mom never got rid of our collections and I had boxes when we moved in. I sold selectively, because I wasn't sure if I would ever get back in. Well of course in the process of selling, you look at what is selling, and prices, and then you see something that you want, and then you're back in!

I always suggest moderation in all things. For instance, when the Hasbro massive selloff started, I thought about dropping a significant amount of money, but then my reality warning buzzer sounded, and I limited my purchases to under $75 to pick up some things I wanted, without going overboard. (Overboard means different things to different folks.)

If I hadn't taken a break from 1991-1999, it is doubtful I would have finished college, found good jobs, and a great wife, got a house or any of the other things in life I enjoy.

I enjoy this site not only because it's fun with the dios and the photos, but it is a community where people can share ideas and thoughts, without getting too much judgment.

I appreciate your contributions to the community Rich. And I trust you will make a good decision.