That would be a shame. I haven't seen any dirty gold for sale; I hope it stays that way. There is nothing wrong with taking a break, it's hard to stay away too long.
1) Mysterious 2) A drama queen 3) Accused of using the USCF to pump my BST sales
but suffice to say, my interest in coins and related activities, including the forum, has declined suddenly and dramatically over the last couple months. I would prefer to think of this as a temporary break but also recognize that I have been at this full tilt for the last seven years and have had nearly a lifetime worth of collecting experiences in that time.
As others have stated, it's part of the Numismatic Circle of Life™ (what's with me and all of these darn Circles? ), and I will possibly and likely be back in the fold when my interests are fired up again in the future.
Unfortunately for Longacre, he's loosing a great foil. Is this another kitchen makeover sabbatical? Anyway, hopefully we'll all be there when the next circle comes around. Best to you and your family.
for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
It happens from time to time. I know there have been times when I've had numismatic burnout for one reason or another. But in the end there's always siren song that lures me back. Sometimes you just need to unplug for a while and let the batteries recharge.
<< <i>for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode. >>
So because I very much enjoy RYK's threads and commentary here, and will certainly miss the friendly banter, im somehow the instigater of a "pathetic campfire episode"? Its human nature to enjoy people's company Keets, even if it is limited to online exchanges only.
1) Mysterious 2) A drama queen 3) Accused of using the USCF to pump my BST sales
but suffice to say, my interest in coins and related activities, including the forum, has declined suddenly and dramatically over the last couple months. I would prefer to think of this as a temporary break but also recognize that I have been at this full tilt for the last seven years and have had nearly a lifetime worth of collecting experiences in that time.
As others have stated, it's part of the Numismatic Circle of Life™ (what's with me and all of these darn Circles? ), and I will possibly and likely be back in the fold when my interests are fired up again in the future.
RYK >>
To wake yourself up, you need to buy one of ....................... THESE!!!
I decided to change calling the bathroom the John and renamed it the Jim. I feel so much better saying I went to the Jim this morning.
Now who is Longacre going to talk to? I don't think many people would notice if I left, course I haven't been here nearly as long either (nor contributed nearly as much.)
<< <i>(P.S. - are you taking that alt Longacre on a hiatus too? ) >>
>>
Pretty funny. I hope RYK's break is just temporary. Sometimes it is good to get away for a while.
I guess these boards will just have Longacre to kick around for the time being.
Always took candy from strangers Didn't wanna get me no trade Never want to be like papa Working for the boss every night and day --"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
I just realized that RYK and I have 5,000 PMs. Perhaps he was waiting for that milestone before he took his break.
Always took candy from strangers Didn't wanna get me no trade Never want to be like papa Working for the boss every night and day --"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
<< <i>for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode. >>
And I was soooooo looking forward to roasting some marshmallows.....
Seriously, RYK, I will miss everything about you except pictures of the Steelers. Enjoy your "time off".
Hmmm, I think a break every couple of years is good, no need to lose interest or quit.
Based on the hunt for the Half Eagle D set and the break, then the entry into earlier colonials and classics and now another break, I will guess we will so a full tilt again in 2 months.
Next up a complete run of modern coins in high MS.
I wonder if this press release is coincidental or not…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Doug Winter Announces First Quarter 2009 Results
Portland, OR, April 29, 2009 – Doug Winter Numismatics (NYSE: DWN) today announced a net profit for the first quarter of 2009 of $7.49 million, or $0.079 per share. Net sales were $10.2 million in the first quarter of 2009. Adjusting for the translation effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes, net sales increased 37% from the comparable prior year period. All per share amounts are on a fully diluted basis.
“The turmoil from the global credit crisis and economic slowdown has quickly and deeply impacted sales for the numismatic industry, with certain coin sectors down almost 75% from year ago levels,” commented Douglas Winter, DWN Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “In the case of DWN, however, sales in the first quarter have been robust, mainly from strong purchases from a few key clients.”
Winter continued, “although DWN does not typically issue forward looking guidance, we do believe that the second quarter of 2009 will be full of challenges, particularly with the expected loss of a key client account, RYK, who has informed our company that he is taking a break from numismatics. In response, DWN is aggressively reducing costs and operating at reduced levels, with a primary objective of reducing inventory to make up for expected sales declines. Mr. Winter added, “We remain confident in the long term outlook for our business as we concentrate on managing through these immediate challenges caused by RYK.”
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Always took candy from strangers Didn't wanna get me no trade Never want to be like papa Working for the boss every night and day --"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
<< <i>I wonder if this press release is coincidental or not…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Doug Winter Announces First Quarter 2009 Results
Portland, OR, April 29, 2009 – Doug Winter Numismatics (NYSE: DWN) today announced a net profit for the first quarter of 2009 of $7.49 million, or $0.079 per share. Net sales were $10.2 million in the first quarter of 2009. Adjusting for the translation effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes, net sales increased 37% from the comparable prior year period. All per share amounts are on a fully diluted basis.
“The turmoil from the global credit crisis and economic slowdown has quickly and deeply impacted sales for the numismatic industry, with certain coin sectors down almost 75% from year ago levels,” commented Douglas Winter, DWN Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “In the case of DWN, however, sales in the first quarter have been robust, mainly from strong purchases from a few key clients.”
Winter continued, “although DWN does not typically issue forward looking guidance, we do believe that the second quarter of 2009 will be full of challenges, particularly with the expected loss of a key client account, RYK, who has informed our company that he is taking a break from numismatics. In response, DWN is aggressively reducing costs and operating at reduced levels, with a primary objective of reducing inventory to make up for expected sales declines. Mr. Winter added, “We remain confident in the long term outlook for our business as we concentrate on managing through these immediate challenges caused by RYK.”
<< <i>for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode. >>
i agree. great posts in the past by ryk, but i did'nt think he was into the drama thingy
Comments
JK,
There are just some people that can ............... never be replaced.
Camelot
> Everyone goes through periods of fluctuating interest.
Very true. I remember seeing RYK go through something similar in years past. A bit of detachment is often good for the spirit.
Experience the World through Numismatics...it's more than you can imagine.
1) Mysterious
2) A drama queen
3) Accused of using the USCF to pump my BST sales
but suffice to say, my interest in coins and related activities, including the forum, has declined suddenly and dramatically over the last couple months. I would prefer to think of this as a temporary break but also recognize that I have been at this full tilt for the last seven years and have had nearly a lifetime worth of collecting experiences in that time.
As others have stated, it's part of the Numismatic Circle of Life™ (what's with me and all of these darn Circles? ), and I will possibly and likely be back in the fold when my interests are fired up again in the future.
RYK
Robert, you're not going to get away so easily!
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Enjoy your break, we all look forward to your return when you are ready.
(P.S. - are you taking that alt Longacre on a hiatus too? )
<< <i>(P.S. - are you taking that alt Longacre on a hiatus too? ) >>
Enjoy your break, brother.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
<< <i>Who is RYK? >>
"The king is dead, long live the king."?
<< <i>
<< <i>Who is RYK? >>
"The king is dead, long live the king."? >>
Don't worry. He left once before. He'll be back.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
<< <i>
<< <i>
<< <i>Who is RYK? >>
"
Roger Yip Kawaltzki.. Don't leave, please.. I will miss the Steelers rememberance in your sigline..
Geeze, I'm glad nobody gives a rip whether I'm here or not!!
The pressure would be too intense!!
~
"America suffers today from too much pluribus and not enough unum.".....Arthur Schlesinger Jr.
<< <i>Don't worry. He left once before. He'll be back. >>
So his next return will herald the beginning of the Third RYK.
Sorry, RYK, I couldn't resist.
<< <i>for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode. >>
So because I very much enjoy RYK's threads and commentary here, and will certainly miss the friendly banter, im somehow the instigater of a "pathetic campfire episode"? Its human nature to enjoy people's company Keets, even if it is limited to online exchanges only.
<< <i>I do not want to be:
1) Mysterious
2) A drama queen
3) Accused of using the USCF to pump my BST sales
but suffice to say, my interest in coins and related activities, including the forum, has declined suddenly and dramatically over the last couple months. I would prefer to think of this as a temporary break but also recognize that I have been at this full tilt for the last seven years and have had nearly a lifetime worth of collecting experiences in that time.
As others have stated, it's part of the Numismatic Circle of Life™ (what's with me and all of these darn Circles? ), and I will possibly and likely be back in the fold when my interests are fired up again in the future.
RYK >>
To wake yourself up, you need to buy one of ....................... THESE!!!
The name is LEE!
HE>I
RYK, enjoy your time away.
<< <i>
<< <i>(P.S. - are you taking that alt Longacre on a hiatus too? ) >>
>>
Pretty funny. I hope RYK's break is just temporary. Sometimes it is good to get away for a while.
I guess these boards will just have Longacre to kick around for the time being.
Didn't wanna get me no trade
Never want to be like papa
Working for the boss every night and day
--"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
Didn't wanna get me no trade
Never want to be like papa
Working for the boss every night and day
--"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
<< <i>do you really think he could make it past football season without coming back to harass us about those stinkin' Steelers? >>
Best point in this thread so far. --Jerry
<< <i>Now who is Longacre going to talk to? >>
Himself?
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
Does your wife know that you and RYK share 5,000 pms?
HE>I
<< <i>His loss to this Forum and to Numismatics , would be..... profound.
There are just some people that can ............... never be replaced. >>
Geez....I hope it doesn't devastate the world markets Bear.....
Some of you guys are really funny.
Good luck RYK.
K
<< <i>
<< <i>do you really think he could make it past football season without coming back to harass us about those stinkin' Steelers? >>
Best point in this thread so far. --Jerry >>
If he doesn't make it back, I will be supporting them enough for the both of us!!!!!!!!!
<< <i>
<< <i>His loss to this Forum and to Numismatics , would be..... profound.
There are just some people that can ............... never be replaced. >>
Geez....I hope it doesn't devastate the world markets Bear.....
Some of you guys are really funny.
Good luck RYK. >>
I think we should go on a hunger strike.
<< <i>for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode. >>
And I was soooooo looking forward to roasting some marshmallows.....
Seriously, RYK, I will miss everything about you except pictures of the Steelers. Enjoy
your "time off".
Based on the hunt for the Half Eagle D set and the break, then the entry into earlier colonials and classics and now another break, I will guess we will so a full tilt again in 2 months.
Next up a complete run of modern coins in high MS.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Doug Winter Announces First Quarter 2009 Results
Portland, OR, April 29, 2009 – Doug Winter Numismatics (NYSE: DWN) today announced a net profit for the first quarter of 2009 of $7.49 million, or $0.079 per share. Net sales were $10.2 million in the first quarter of 2009. Adjusting for the translation effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes, net sales increased 37% from the comparable prior year period. All per share amounts are on a fully diluted basis.
“The turmoil from the global credit crisis and economic slowdown has quickly and deeply impacted sales for the numismatic industry, with certain coin sectors down almost 75% from year ago levels,” commented Douglas Winter, DWN Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “In the case of DWN, however, sales in the first quarter have been robust, mainly from strong purchases from a few key clients.”
Winter continued, “although DWN does not typically issue forward looking guidance, we do believe that the second quarter of 2009 will be full of challenges, particularly with the expected loss of a key client account, RYK, who has informed our company that he is taking a break from numismatics. In response, DWN is aggressively reducing costs and operating at reduced levels, with a primary objective of reducing inventory to make up for expected sales declines. Mr. Winter added, “We remain confident in the long term outlook for our business as we concentrate on managing through these immediate challenges caused by RYK.”
###
Didn't wanna get me no trade
Never want to be like papa
Working for the boss every night and day
--"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
I knew it would happen.
<< <i>I wonder if this press release is coincidental or not…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Doug Winter Announces First Quarter 2009 Results
Portland, OR, April 29, 2009 – Doug Winter Numismatics (NYSE: DWN) today announced a net profit for the first quarter of 2009 of $7.49 million, or $0.079 per share. Net sales were $10.2 million in the first quarter of 2009. Adjusting for the translation effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes, net sales increased 37% from the comparable prior year period. All per share amounts are on a fully diluted basis.
“The turmoil from the global credit crisis and economic slowdown has quickly and deeply impacted sales for the numismatic industry, with certain coin sectors down almost 75% from year ago levels,” commented Douglas Winter, DWN Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “In the case of DWN, however, sales in the first quarter have been robust, mainly from strong purchases from a few key clients.”
Winter continued, “although DWN does not typically issue forward looking guidance, we do believe that the second quarter of 2009 will be full of challenges, particularly with the expected loss of a key client account, RYK, who has informed our company that he is taking a break from numismatics. In response, DWN is aggressively reducing costs and operating at reduced levels, with a primary objective of reducing inventory to make up for expected sales declines. Mr. Winter added, “We remain confident in the long term outlook for our business as we concentrate on managing through these immediate challenges caused by RYK.”
### >>
<< <i>for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode. >>
i agree. great posts in the past by ryk, but i did'nt think he was into the drama thingy
K S