The dilemmasbof the single dad: I bought 10 pairs of sox for my son a month ago and can't find a single sock now, and he we are working on homework but his handwriting is atrocious still. How do I motivate him on handwriting? Does it matter?

Rick Perry wrote a very compelling editorial in the Wall Street Journal in support of Israel. It is a very informative piece. Israel is being strategically isolated by the way and has never been at risk as she is today.

Excellent OP-ED piece in the Weekend WSJ advocating a bipartisan pro-trade agenda. This is a truly positive way to improve GDP. Tell Congress

The equity markets put forth a solid week. RIMM took a beating and we are looking at it. Any commentary on the Blackberry's potential?

A continuation of a relief rally for the stock market based on some relatively good news. Jobs are still the key to a sustained rally...

Our silver positions could stretch to new nominal highs by year end with organic demand and a weak dollar,

Our Massachusetts National Guard soldiers and airmen are doing yeomen's work in the "Hill Towns" of Colrain and the surrounding area.

Precious metals were strong this week and the jobs report was dismal, yet corp profits are strong. The new normal may include less workers.