So our oldest daughter said to him, daddy, I must say, you know, you always tell us to be strong, you know, and be positive and, you know, think of good thoughts and be thankful for what we have already.

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At the very least, if you must be the bearer of bad news, you can follow with a strong statement of confidence in your audience and their ability to conquer the challenges before them.

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You have to assume that metal prices will continue to escalate, of course, or production must be strong to meet undiminished appetites.

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