Actually, if you are going to hold longterm, buying some gold and silver bullion should be part of your portfolio.
SSRI is a top stock in the precious metals sector, but nobody can guarantee future events at any company.
As sure as I am that SSRI is going higher, Id be lying if I said im 100% sure of it.
However, gold & silver bullion I do know is going higher. People say there is no such thing as a lock...well, this has been a lock for 5 years running and it remains a lock.
If you are investing in precious metals and only own mining company shares, you really are not invested in the sector as you still only own paper assets.
Thus, my advice is to take that cash you have, find a reputable coin dealer in your area, and get your family the ultimate financial insurance policy...physical gold and/or silver bullion.
If you are going to buy gold, buy any of the main country gold pieces (american eagle, canadian maple, south african k-rand).
If you are going to buy silver bullion, the best value is buying bags (90% '64 and prior coins, 100 oz bars, or silver rounds).