Yep, 99'. Well, the EU keeps it fresh, new and exciting, giving characters greater depth, and events greater meaning. Before, I had read the major books in it, but decided not to delve as deeply as I would like until ROTS is over. I have much of the EU to look forward to, which will be rather interesting. Yes, I belive that 20 years from now, if I'm not dead, I will still have an interest in Star Wars.