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I really don't know what to say. I was thinking that Investments will take a good start after holidays, but I am disappointed. I am talking about machinery sales point of view, but it also gives indication what the Tube and Pipe production side is doing. You see. I say how I feel, I don't need to say anything to please some side. TubeNet is not dependent to anyone.

Sources that I am using to back up my thoughts are feeling the same. What is happening? Is it the Public Media like CNN and local news that makes decision makers to "wait-and-see" what the next week will bring?

Please tell me that I am wrong, but I feel that in this modern world the speedy news and communication works too good. We can see in a minute what is happening opposite side of the Globe. Of course, media is interestead in dramatic things that can be seen everywhere. They will get THE attention. No doubt. And today - too often- such a NEGATIVE news goes in a minute everywhere. This will naturally effect to every decision makers mind within our industry also.

My feeling

What ever the above negative thinking may be. I am sure of one thing. In our Tube and Pipe World there is still demand of tubes and pipes - fabricated ones included. So, my conclusion to this thihkin on Friday January 23:th, 2004 is: It is still not the best time yet, but let's hang around. The good day will come and those who have the strength to wait, will make success. I say this because almost 40.000 visitors at TubeNet are effecting me every Month.

How is Lola doing?

She is doing just fine. Many of you have been asking from me about Lola. Well, she is now 1.5 year old and she keeps making us laugh. Funny dog - clown. How nice it is to come home in the evening and she is welcoming you every day. Funny thing is also when TV-picture is reflecting from the window. That makes her barking every time. I wonder will she ever learn that.

I guess I should have given her a bath before taking this picture, but I was too lazy to do it. Actually, it is not the bath, but drying after that takes more than an hour. I need to motivate myself for that job really! Tomorrow: January 24:th it will take a place.

Cheers,
Juha