Hi there Frederick and Phillip!

- First, thank you both for giving the piece a thorough read.

- Second, thanks Frederick for putting the words to some instant thoughts I had after reading Phillip's comment.

- Third, as you say Phillip, I am mainly pointing out one symptom here, but if you re-read the title you will see I point out our System (Consumerism, Predatory Capitalism, you name it). It would be quite a challenge to put all the devastating symptomsin one 9-min piece!

- And last but not least, thank you both for staying respectful and sharing you opinions with open minds and sharp words.

Wishing you both a great week ahead from Patagonia,

Ricky