Looking ahead, we continue on track to build Schering- Plough into a company with the strength and breadth to deliver long-term high performance. We are moving from survive mode into thrive mode.

The strength of the product saved this company.

The fact the placement went so well is a sign of strength for that company.

The increased capital will spur further growth for the company and is part of the process of re-engineering our business to remain successful in the increasingly competitive telecommunications environment.

Most of us, I believe, admire strength. It's something we tend to respect in others, desire for ourselves, and wish for our children. Sometimes, though, I wonder if we confuse strength with other words—like 'aggression' and even 'violence'. Real strength is neither male nor female; but it is, quite simply, one of the finest characteristics that a human being can possess.

The fundamental feature was the strength of the dollar versus the yen -- and statements that the Japanese won't be supporting the yen. And no one wanted to be long in gold over the weekend.