about $1.5 million of its $10 million budget was set aside for the creation of the e.t. the funny thing is i do not recall taking the photograph. he is old but fast because his long tall legs can leap really far. time to put the ladder away and enjoy a long winter's nap. i would use it for school clothes. but the real question is, do you stumble and bumble your way through it, or do you stay focused on a clear, set and determined path, despite what life throws at you? 