I thought I'd put this out with the hope that both some heavy hitters and us normal folk can chime in.

During the last three robot sell signals, I've taken sizable day/overnight profits but held a slender position.

Today seems to have the color of "Black", as in "Black Monday."

I just got back from a miserable meeting and found my account value had risen substantially since the morning. I've followed my pattern and taken sizable profits while leaving some on the table to "run" as it were.

I'm also paying attention to lines in the sand like SPX 1102, noted by Tim Knight at Slope of Hope, and want to cover at least some at these natural rebound points.

But mostly, I recall the words of Billy that profits on the short side come fast. So, I've acted accordingly.

In any case, that's my story.

A double, no triple, hat tip to Pascal and Billy for the Robot.

I open the floor....Any other thoughts/experiences?

Many thanks,