As the week comes to a close, there’s a lot on which to reflect. Violence in Libya continues, with NATO forces in the air and the CIA on the ground. The Japanese earthquake, tsunami and nuclear meltdown disaster is now stretching into its 3rd week, with the Fukushima 50 working tirelessly to contain radiation seeping from the damaged reactor. The USDA Crop Report, discussed in our post yesterday, is pushing corn higher and higher.  Today, Attain Capital bids adeiu to Senior Vice President of Client Portfolio Management, Barbara Mueller. Thank you for all you’ve done- it’s been a privilege.

Now, how about some engaging material to entertain you over the weekend?

• This is one of the guy’s we should likely listen to about preventing another flash crash (Automated Trader)
• What does VIX crash of -40% in 8 days say about near term market? (CBOE)
• Bill Gross monthly letter calls Treasuries worthless (PIMCO)

And for fun, in honor of Barbara’s retirement…

• Barbara Mueller’s  most embarrassing professional moment in 37 years (Attain)