if my dad knew his son was in the position i had arrived at, turned away from another human being in desperate need he would have turned over in his grave. i am hoping to reach the north pole and complete my explorer's grand slam. that must have been a wonderful trip you went on. those who have seen more of the industry are likely more confident to share their ideas and to speak up. it longevity makes it no surprise that it remains a leader in the compact pickup class. whether it starts tomorrow morning or not is a whole other kettle of fish. 