Thomas Merton, Raids on the Unspeakable
"One of the primary characteristics of narcissists is their exaggerated sense of entitlement. It's hardly surprising then that so many politicians somehow think they 'deserve' to game the system. After all, from their self-interested perspective, isn't that what the system is for? In their heavily self-biased opinion, if they want something, by rights it should be theirs. So, nothing if not opportunistic, they take from public and private coffers alike whatever they think they can get away with.
And given their grandiose sense of self, they're inclined to believe they can get away with most anything. Exploiting their privileged position in such a manner hardly leaves them plagued with guilt. In general, guilt isn't an emotion they're prone to. How could they be if they feel entitled to the objects of their desire? In their minds their very ability to attain something must certainly mean it was merited."
Leon F. Seltzer
"Since God has accepted you to be among the holy people that He loves, you must clothe yourselves with tender mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowances for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must also forgive others.
Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which brings us all together in harmony. And let the peace of the Lord rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful."
Col 3:12-15
“You may choose to look the other way, but you can never say again that you did not know.”
William Wilberforce
I was out most of the day, running errand and exploring the wonders of the US healthcare system, for man and animals.
But the trading day played out pretty much as expected.
I came in pretty short stocks from the Friday close, and took those positions down for a decent gain in the second hour of trading. And then it was off to the duties of the day.
In quiet trading the markets worked themselves back from the lows to record just a modest loss.
Gold and silver were lower.
The Dollar was lower.
The VIX came in high and then worked its way lower for the rest of the day.
This is a funny week for trading, with low volumes and a bias for accepting paint on the tape.
Have a pleasant evening.
