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(3) Investment in Savoy
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2012
Equity Investment In Savoy
(3)           Investment in Savoy

We own a 45% interest in Savoy Energy L.P., a private company engaged in the oil and gas business primarily in the State of Michigan. Savoy uses the successful efforts method of accounting.  We account for our interest using the equity method of accounting.

Below (in thousands) to the 100% are a condensed balance sheet at June 30, 2012 and a condensed statement of operations for the six months ended June 30, 2012 and 2011.

Condensed Balance Sheet

       
   
2012
 
       
Current assets
  $ 18,486  
Oil and gas properties, net
    20,692  
    $ 39,178  
         
Total liabilities
  $ 10,178  
Partners' capital
    29,000  
    $ 39,178  

Condensed Statement of Operations

             
   
2012
   
2011
 
             
Revenue
  $ 17,261     $ 15,325  
Expenses
    (11,719 )     (8,426 )
Net  income
  $ 5,542     $ 6,899