things are so bright ...

So, I'm readin' over there at the Beeb, how the Chinese are taking to western luxury brands -- big time -- they want all the fancy do-dads. With the burnishing prospect of tens of millions of Chinese consumers soaking up the glories of the West, the "tanned and relaxed" director of global communications for Rolls Royce, Richard Carter, seemed pleased at the development of a Chinese taste for status and luxury.

"The Chinese have taken to Western luxury brands in a very satisfactory fashion. They understand the notion of luxury - and not just in motor cars: watches, yachts, aeroplanes and so on. We are doing very well here."

Yes, this is just what the earth needs.