There is hope after all... a few minutes ago I picked up my mail and found a package from PENNSYLVANIA (I live in VANCOUVER, WA), it is dated SEPTEMBER 3, 2002 (today is the 5th). I emailed the person I traded with and told him I hope my traders got to him as fast (I doubt it though) as his got to me. I have a new respect for the USPS (though I'm sure it will be short lived). This does NOT happen every day, so I thought I'd share it with you all. Thanks. Ron