In war, one could just say something like: "Bomb them to pieces and get it over with. Done." Similarly, in this case, I think the simplest answer is not always correct--and it's still not anything like money or anything else. Though I did ace the Logic class back in college, it was a long long time ago.
This one will probably not rest til 4-6 weeks from now, which is about how long things take on both ends of mile earnings and deductions.
I don't always have saint-like ethics but I also don't have criminal intent; I go by each circumstance as it comes to me and try to base it all on the things that I have experience with in that subject at the time. Yes, we all justify things in many ways. Ever run a red light-just once-at 4am because it really doesnt matter on some quiet country road you've known all your life? Been late for work or 'looked' at another member of the opposite sex when you are no longer single?
So, at least wait as long as the airlines do to post any miles TO you... 4-6 weeks. I'll now wait that long to hear more.
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If speed is not your thing, distance may as well be. Enjoy and embrace it all!