You're absolutely right with your statement Mr. francisco. Everything must be properly considered when it comes to treasure hunting. Spiritual, moral, civil obligations, and most considered necessity, is the share of family from the husband's earnings. Since T.H. is a very expensive and open ended hobby, one should know when to start or stop. it will not be wise if the "last cent" will be taken from the family's mouth for the sake of "finishing" the project. Stopping a project for whatever cause doesn't necessarily means "defeat", instead, it is a way of reviewing the whole scenario, what needs to be done, what has been accomplished, preparation for the next stage and the revival of enthusiasm of the group.
I have had observed previously, most hunters feel that when they start to dig, golds are waiting them after few feet of dirt; in which to my opinion, this should not be the mentality of an intelligent hunter. We must expect the unexpected.
There are hunters who work with a president, and yet until their death, haven't tasted the fruit of their labor...for whatever reasons. There are hunters who leave their family for months/years and promise themselves to return only if they are succesful...but to no avail.There are hunters who have everything...and loose everything, and yet still in limbo...There are hunters who "spent" his total share before they get the gold they are digging...
For my self, treasure hunting is just a mere hobby, where I challenge myself against the faith of others...that Yamashita gold has been totally exhausted. A very expensive hobby indeed...
Angel_09