I have to agree that I am basing my opinion on hindsight. Just like many others, I was supporting the idea of holding on to funds, diversification, and bringing the share count down.
However, when I look at how much my investment is worth today, I would prefer to have had dividend payments in my purse, rather than see our profits evaporate. After all, the name of the game is "ROI" (Return on Investment). Positive ... not negative.
Cherry