> An example of how social values change over time. I find a 2 year > loan to buy a car you're going to keep for 5 years reasonable. > Conversely, a 7 year loan for a car you keep for 3 years is not OK. BUT - a 3 year loan to pay for a 3 month holiday MAY be (although saving for it would usually be better). ie there are some ephemeral things that may have a value whose duration exceeds their initial lifetime. Russell -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist