The CPI came in greater than anyone expected.  This week I explore the meaning of inflation to stocks and bonds.  I look at the definition of inflation, and try to bet a good gut understanding of inflation - so you can make sense of it in the future.  A hypothetical example of the company, DolarTree, is used to show the effect inflation can have on a company.  (How about you personally?)  The FED's mindset abut inflation is explained - and questioned.