9. EARNINGS PER SHARE (Details Narrative)	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2011
Earnings Per Share Details Narrative
Potentially dilutive weighted-average shares from convertible securities not considered in calculation of diluted shares	1,568,000	3,111,000

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