"The child’s father and mother were amazed at what was said about him; and Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother, 'Behold, this child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israel, as a sign that will be opposed. And a sword will pierce your heart, so that the thoughts of many may be revealed.”
Luke 2:33-35
"When Jesus saw his mother, and the disciple whom he loved standing near, he said, 'Woman, behold, your son.' Then he said to his disciple, 'Behold, your mother.' And from that moment the disciple took her into his home."
John 19:26-27
"When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. And Mary treasured up all these things, and pondered them in her heart."
Luke 2:17-19
"And a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed in the sun, with the moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars on her head."
Revelation 12:1
It was a relatively quiet day of trading, with stocks finishing nearly unchanged.
VIX was slightly lower.
The Dollar bounced back to the 100 handle.
Gold and silver moved a bit higher.
There will be a stock option expiration on Thursday.
The hidden volatility beneath the surface of the markets is almost compelling.
The Treasury is doing its best to pour oil on troubled waters, until they can hopefully announce a deal with Russia over Ukraine, and take everyone's minds off the tariffs fiasco.
I spent much of the day getting ready for the kids and their little ones who will be coming over for an Easter egg hunt and dinner on Sunday.
Daisy and I abide.
Have a pleasant evening.
