Barrow Bits

The Obesity Crisis

Just got back from a very unpleasant cruise.  One of the most unpleasant aspects of my unfortunate voyage was to witness the disgusting sight of so many obese people.  These people are obese for a reason.  They eat like pigs.  They attack a buffet line like Godzilla attacking Tokyo.  They have no shame in piling loads of disgusting food into their mouths.  These people should have to pay a much higher share of the health care costs in this country.  These slobs are justing asking for it and we, who attempt to be reasonable in protecting our health, have to pay for their gluttonous ways.  It's just not right.

Caveat Emptor

Buyer Beware.  The ups and downs of the stock market during the past two weeks gives me the chills.  It's clear to me that tremors of discontent are rumbling through the markets and before too long the major earthquake with take place.  So if you are inclined to be sucked into this market be aware that's it your extreme high risk. 

I told you so

My readers are well acquainted with my bearish views toward the stock market, and how I believe the recent run-up was built on sand.  Consumers are still not opening their wallets because they fear for their JOBS.  Until the economy gets to the point where it's creating jobs again I just can't see how anyone can be bullish.

Corporate liars and their friends

It's truly amazing to me how many company managements and stock promoters lie.  Currently, I am involved in a couple of situations in which out right lies and misrepresentations have been made all in an effort to pump essentially worthless stocks.  This type of behavior is not only found in the toxic waste dump known as the "pink sheets", but also reaches into the ranks of NYSE listed companies.  No regulation can prevent stock promoters from lying or managements from making false and misleading claims.  However, the penalty for such transgressions should be harsh including jail time.