While my situation is different than Skymaster's - I generally book at the last minute, pay extra, and get abused for it... He has made a quote which I stand behind.

"I can assure you that the first year that I fail to attain Platinum status after having flown 75,000+ miles, will also be my last year as a loyal customer."

I have said this myself repeatedly to clients, friends, and the OnePass Service Center. When CO announced they were doing 50% EQM with NW, I immediately called NW and asked them if they would transfer my status. They would. I decided to hold tight as I had some miles invested in status and I wanted to at least finish that. I have now requalified (as of a month and a half ago) for Platinum, and can take a walk when I want.

I am going to hold tight for a little while to see what the new Sky Team world looks like. We'll see what happens. But at least I am in a great position. And I'm not afraid to let CO know all about it.