My company is forcing everyone to use their paid vacation at the end of this year. *gulp*

CNBC - DOW 4500?

Alleged "Douchebag" Sues Author

Charts Predict: Dow to 6,700 in 'Accelerated' Slump

Credit Default Swaps explained - Simplest explanation yet for how this monstrosity was born.

I am taking a 2 week road trip. Will visit mom in New Mexico and the Grand Canyon. What are your favorite attractions in the Southwest?

bankruptcy of the government is not out of the realm of possibility...

www.thomasfuchs.com/site...

What are your rules for the "That's what she said!" game?

The girlfriend is on plurk now. Give Lauri (aka Ophelia) a warm welcome - ms_ophelia