'Twas the Holiday Season and all through the land
People were frightened, no cash in their hands.
The stocks and economy were all in a crisis
And investing had gotten as slippery as ice is.

Consumers were nestled all snug in their beds
While empty visions of retirement danced in their heads.
I in my PJs and favorite night cap
Had just settled down for a long winter's nap.

When on the cable news channels there arose such a clatter
I sprung from my bed to see what was the matter.
Away to the TV I flew like a flash
Booted up my computer and checked on my cash.

When, what to my wondering eyes should appear
But Ken and Daria Dolan grinning ear-to-ear.
With their calm reassurance and smart money moves,
I knew in a moment my fears would be soothed.

More rapid than eagles their Straight Talk Tips came,
As they whistled and shouted and helped us be sane.
Now save more! Now pay debt! Watch your credit and IRA!
Fund your retirement! Invest wisely! Have enough for a rainy day!
Follows these tips, follow them all,
And you'll come through the crisis standing quite tall.

A wink of their eyes and a twist of their heads
Soon confirmed what I knew: I had nothing to dread;
They spoke not a word, but went straight to their work
Helping us folks, then they turned with a jerk.

They sprang to their car, gave a thumbs-up to all
Headed back to Dolans.com to keep us all on the ball.
And I heard them exclaim as they drove out of sight,
"Here's to 2009 and managing your money right!"

Happy Holidays from all of us at Dolans.com!