Purchases aren't so much 'needs-driven', ... People say, 'I want it.'

You've had this long-term recovery and basically there aren't too many people in the United States who need anything more,

As an individual, and a doctor's wife, I feel strongly that the greater good needs to be addressed, and not emotionally. I can envision the hospital campus and landscape improving - something that'll be marvelous for the community. Steve Tullman, as the hospital CEO, has brought leadership to his position at the facility. I commend him for the role he plays.

Have you tried to book a vacation around the holidays lately? You have to do it six months in advance.

We look for actual GAF (General Merchandise, Apparel, and Furniture/Furnishings) spending - which accounts for most holiday spending by consumers - to reach between $172 - $174 billion, which would represent a 5 - 6 percent increase over last year. This could make the 1998 holiday season the best since 1994's 8 percent gain.

We look for actual GAF (General Merchandise, Apparel, and Furniture/Furnishings) spending - which accounts for most holiday spending by consumers - to reach between $172 - $174 billion, which would represent a 5 - 6 percent increase over last year, ... This could make the 1998 holiday season the best since 1994's 8 percent gain.