One more note about my gains last year . . .
I made about 29%-30% on my stocks last year, all still holding.
My portfolio is a mix of longterm Big Cap and mid cap holds.
Stocks I own are AKAM, NILE, PDLI, BUD, KO, GG, PFE, and so on.
I believe a well diversified portfolio with rare sales leads to greater rewards longterm. But I am not adverse to swing trading if the opportunity arises.