Since the first quarter, the earnings surprises have been getting smaller and we expect that to continue based on anecdotal read more

Since the first quarter, the earnings surprises have been getting smaller and we expect that to continue based on anecdotal evidence that analysts know the economy's moving faster and all the pre-announcements that come out now.

The typical human life seems to be quite unplanned, undirected, unlived, and unsavored. Only those who consciously think about the read more

The typical human life seems to be quite unplanned, undirected, unlived, and unsavored. Only those who consciously think about the adventure of living as a matter of making choices among options, which they have found for themselves, ever establish real self-control and live their lives fully.

The free throws in the fourth quarter were big. This wasn't one of our best efforts. I think that is read more

The free throws in the fourth quarter were big. This wasn't one of our best efforts. I think that is a sign of a good team, to not put up your best effort and still be able to win the district title.

I like Whistler's reference to music, the titles of his works and his conventional use of color.

I like Whistler's reference to music, the titles of his works and his conventional use of color.

It hasn't been as big of an adjustment as you'd think. Everyone has elevated their play.

It hasn't been as big of an adjustment as you'd think. Everyone has elevated their play.

Right now there is no sense of urgency and no accountability. When we tell people that they are planning for read more

Right now there is no sense of urgency and no accountability. When we tell people that they are planning for the evacuation of only 20 percent of the people, they sign the petition right away.

Muhammad does not believe in violence, Muhammad does not believe in punishment. He is the role model of all Muslims, read more

Muhammad does not believe in violence, Muhammad does not believe in punishment. He is the role model of all Muslims, and he was defamed and attacked in an unfair, inaccurate way.

We continue to have ongoing dialogue with both representatives. We're always hopeful of reaching an agreement and not reaching a read more

We continue to have ongoing dialogue with both representatives. We're always hopeful of reaching an agreement and not reaching a hearing. At the same time, in some cases, it's a necessary part of the process.

Paradise is exactly like where you are right now... only much, much better.

Paradise is exactly like where you are right now... only much, much better.