Bad times/ Good times

Bonjour ALFs.

Although at the moment I'm not too sure about the 'Bon'.

The stockmarket gets worse, unemployment gets worse, even the weather, having been positively spring like over the last few days, has taken a turn for the worse with gales predicted and as I write beginning to arrive. (And I've only just fixed my roof!).

"Where have the good times gone?" is a common refrain on almost every news channel and in every newspaper editoral.

Well I have an answer. They are in your thoughts! Hmm! Metaphysics I hear you say. No,not really that or even some self help philosophy; just a plea for a bit of positive thinking. Let all true lovers of adventure and fun lead the way.

Now I believe bright colours are part of the remedy. I know this flies in the face of neutral grungy looking drab, that has been the fashion but believe me this is all about to change. So here are a few suggestions:-

I know I've mentioned it before but the Rip Curl Tropicalia Retro bikini is just what a positive thinking girl needs. Ladies please buy one and start wearing it as soon as reasonably practical and help get the economy moving again. Get the matching shorts and help make Alister Darling's life easier.

Guys, what about Protest's Bond 3D boardshorts They positively scream 'life is good!'
Keep a Hot Tuna 'Broke' wallet in your pocket and enjoy the irony as your portfolio soars in value.

In the meantime why not treat your lady to a bit of defence against this final cold snap. Although a bit pricey, go against the grain with the Oxbow Fulya coat. Bright, stylish; I'm not guaranteeing success if you buy one, but it's hard to imagine the brokers shorting financials when they see a few of these on display.

M