Short week, short blog. BUT, last week was noteworthy since most equity indices were up over 2.25% and some were up even more (see chart inside for more details of last week’s markets). Still feeling blue about the equity markets? Well, this should cheer you up… did you know that the S&P 500 is up a little over 5.5% off of its bottom on February 3rd? Did you know that the S&P 500 is almost flat for the year after last week? So what gives? Well it’s more than just some Yellen in the Hizzy. (That’s a mash-up of some pop culture and Gen Y speak for those Baby Boomers out there.) Don’t be scared – mash the hyperlink and read on.