re: #190 Wendell Zurkowitz ((slave to the waffle light))

early stages. I am optimistic but still on the lookout for new developments that could alter the outlook.

because my optimism has taken a major beating since 2016…

I was very careful to qualify my statement. It’s been less than a week since Comrade Putin attacked. Ukraine is doing better than many anticipated - especially in the media campaign - but it isn’t over until it’s over.