The reaction from investors was similarly upbeat.

The Caroline Jones Advertising Agency is taking a similarly upbeat attitude.

His wife, who is 32, was similarly upbeat about it.

Ms. Blanco has been similarly upbeat in describing the special legislative session she called last month.

Future spots will use other, similarly upbeat tunes.

The previous Palestinian government assumed office in April on a similarly upbeat note, followed by several meetings between the prime ministers.

Sister Esther's autobiographical essay, written 80 years ago, is similarly upbeat, speaking fondly of her family and her decision to become a nun.

Ms. Stallings, who has spent the last five years exploring animation as a producer and director, was similarly upbeat.

Also, during the spring and early summer months, the real estate market shattered records and appears to be ending the year on a similarly upbeat note.

Williams made similarly upbeat pronouncements after she won in Melbourne with less-than-ideal preparation in 2005.