AGG-Following up on this writeup I did. Everything was ripe at that point for getting some exposure (extreme risk/reward opportunity) and it ended up being the bottom for now. In no way could I have known that, though I have had these things happen in the past when making new investments in extreme environments. 

I remember oil years ago and being called a fool for buying when they took it negative a barrel. Then just holding for a long time until we got the big boom this year. That is my kind of investing. Buying the best when nobody wants it, then waiting until everyone wants it to trail my gains over a long period of time. I do it in sectors, indexes, bonds, wherever it makes sense. I've done it for over 20+ years of investing context wise. Certainly no ego as I know I don't run the show, the market makes the rules, I just play by them. But yes, it is exciting to be able to make money to support my family, contribute, and improve. Just like an athlete who scores important points for their team. Nothing wrong with celebrating because there are plenty of days where you wonder if you are doing the right things and pray you are. 

I had an A ball run with the Marlins years ago, talk about humbling. I got blown off the field, running in particular. I was decent at certain levels and for my areas (doubles to power type hitter), but I wasn't an all tool player like some of these guys. 

I do the same with investing, I specialize in the areas that make sense for me and work my plan accordingly. Reviews like this help me a lot to continue to remain diligent, keep an open mind, and stay my course. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to grow here with you all.