Of course, we are soaring today.  New money into funds, hedgefunds going back into market.  Last Year, the first week of the new year produced :

31-Dec-09       8-Jan-10
$19,691.73      $20,797.60
$1,105.87
5.62%

Yes, it feels good.  At the end of the week, compare.  Of course, all money increases feel great BUT….!