Speculation is not pointless.

Anyone who is willing to invest their time, energy and money into a project, should certainly think in speculative terms. This is common sense. I will agree, it is good business sense to speculate.

As well, I am glad that others are willing to add to this thread…regardless of what they keep, breed or even aspire to own. I had hoped my point was more clearly stated above. The fact is that even a breeder can not read the future. So, these OPINIONS are not something that you should base your investment/hobby/breeding strategy on. And, as I stated above, perhaps these are questions that are better for us to ponder… (quietly)rather than to try to answer. (Unless you own a Crystal Ball) Pun intended!

Combos do not muddle anything. They add to the texture of our projects. It opens up a whole new world of opportunities for both Seasoned Breeders and those who are NEW to the Reptile Community.

I do not know of any snake or combo (or the price attached to it)that is the savior of our hobby. Rather it is our attitude and the perceptions, be they Positive or negative, that WE as part of this community attach to the hobby.

This “sky is falling” type of mentality only attaches negative feelings.

The market DOES have to be REAL. It does need to have NEW players. So why run off the new guys with negative connotations? As well, there is no need to blast anyone who asks a genuine question with a negative or abrasive answer. This is why I attempted to answer Gerry’s question in a polite and honest manner.

(I know Gerry understood this.)

This market might be a pyramid….I prefer to see it as an upside down pyramid. I don’t see a reason to limit my own possibilities.

There is a vast untapped market out there. Today’s newbie could be your customer of tomorrow.

I just know that if WE do welcome them with open arms…and WE have a positive outlook…they will be more interested in being involved in our hobby. After all, nobody likes a wet blanket.

Prices can be affected by irresponsible or Responsible Actions…and negative or Positive Reinforcement.

I always say, “If you keep talking like Chicken Little….You might end up looking like Cordon Bleu.”

The power of perception drives this market as well. I will rather attach positive ideas to the way I perceive things. But, maybe it is because I really do believe in the Ball Python Phenomenon. I know a lot of other people believe in it as well. If you want a REAL market…you must treat it REAL.

This market is what WE make of it. Enthusiasm and Inspiration IS Infectious. Ra! Ra! Ra!

But seriously, we should all work with one another to promote this Phenomenon to the next generation.

That sort of Responsible behavior is the only thing that will insure OUR market remains REAL.

Respectfully,

Harlin Wall - WALL TO WALL REPTILES!

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