From Art Cashin of UBS:
‘Tis two days before Christmas
and at each brokerage houseThe only thing stirring
was the click of a mouseDown on the Exchange
the tape inches alongBrokers bargained and traded
as they hummed an old songThe Fed kept on printing
yet few jobs did appearBut it’s time to move on
so they’ll taper next yearBoston won the World Series Baltimore took the Bowl
But Tiger still struggles
to get the ball in the holeFrom Bitcoins to Binge-viewing brand new things did occur
And the Prez took a selfie
that caused quite a stirThere was a government shutdown most folks called it a sham
And to slow down the Senate
a guy read “Green Eggs and Ham”In Cleveland three women finally freed of their fears
Held captive by a mad man for nearly ten years
The Pope said he resigned
an occurrence quite rareA new Pope named Francis new sits in that chair
Back tried Spitzer and Weiner they brought little to cheer
But it’s Christmastime, Alice and Santa is near
So stop looking backwards
have a cup of good cheerAnd kiss you a loved one
raise your hopes for next year
And amidst all the trading
Christmas themes we will heedAnd share our good fortune with families in need
And tomorrow they’ll pause as we wait on the bell
To sing a tradition
a song for old “Nell”Don’t let this year’s problems impede Christmas Cheer
Resolve to be happy
throughout the New YearAnd resist ye Grinch feelings let joy never stop
Put the bad at the bottom
keep the good on the topSo count up your blessings along with your worth
You’re still living here
in the best place on earthAnd think ye of wonders
that light children’s eyesAnd hope Santa will bring you that Christmas surprise
So play ye a carol
by Mario LanzaUnless you are waiting
to celebrate KwanzaaHanukkah’s over
And Ramadan’s goneDifferent folks, different holidays yet each spirit lives on
Whatever your feast is
we hope you all stillFind yourself just surrounded by folks of goodwill
Tuesday, as the bell rings
hark to your heart’s callAnd as Santa would shout Merry Christmas to All!
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