But I’m now officially positive on the Profit / Loss statement with my options portfolio.  And guess what?  It took almost exactly 1 year.  The experienced traders weren’t kidding around when they said it normally takes a year before someone can turn a profit in the markets.  The goal now is to hold the line as best as possible.  Over the past year I’ve learned quite a bit.  Let’s see if I can stick with it this next year.