One wonderful thing is, we have a totally unique technology. But that's also the bad news. We have to solve problems that no one knew existed. We're constantly being surprised.
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It's a beautiful forest, very unique. We need more places like this, not less. Maybe if we manage the rest of the forest to develop future old growth, we can cut these trees in 150 or 200 years. But not now.Malcolm Thompson
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Those are learning experiences, as opposed to mistakes, ... There is no correct answer.
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