Busta Move

I somehow feel responsible for the state of the economy, since it seems as if Negative Nancy has set up permanent residence during our hiatus. But never fear, the ever-cheerful Polly Positive will try to infiltrate the dark world of the economy, bringing the return of sunshine & rainbows! That being said, however, the markets are draped in red this morning as investors look for the release of existing home sales. After a slight bump in May, they are expected to resume their decline in June. I didn't notice, did you? Also, because of the increasing number of layoff's, the unemployment numbers rose to unexpected levels, but there is good news on the horizon! The Federal Minimum Wage rose today to $6.55 per hour. This will be quite helpful as I resort to flipping burgers as Mickey D's! Oh, and there is also this Housing Bill in Congress that is closer than ever to becoming law. We will have to wait and see if this will be the miracle cure some are hoping for. I must admit though that I am quite the Doubting Donna when it comes to rescue plans. If all else fails, we can all go work at Amazon. They saw their 2nd quarter profits double. That means they can hire me, right? In other news, there is a new trend in the financial world. Yes, troubled bankers, traders and money managers are flocking in record numbers to Yoga Classes to combat stress and chant in groups. For some reason, there are Yogi's who are troubled by this turn of events saying the "money business" conflicts with the essence of yoga. I call Bull Hockey. 'Cause you know what, everyone could use a little zen in their lives. Instead of focusing on the conflicts, I say we embrace the differences and make the world a better place, for the true meaning and essence of zen is personal and without judgement! Now, for the moment you have all been waiting for....Yes, the Hollywood minute (did you think we would forget)? So much has happened since we last spoke. The Jolie-Pitts have welcomed two more children into their brood, and if you pay attention in the media, you would think these births created a large star in the sky and angels singing on high. Also, Britney Spears has gone from Trash-tastic and crazy to poised and elegant. And finally, Lindsey Lohan went from a virtual man-eater to a budding lesbian...oh, the life of Hollywood starlets!