our economy is still growing

Our economy is growing at a steady rate. According to MSNBC.com they say that economic activity grew at a rate of 3.8%. The article also mentions that this economy is growing even with the devistating hurricanes Rita and Katrina. The article also mentions that this growth really shows that our economy is in great shape. Consumers along with the governement have also increased their spending in this third quarter. It is also mentioned that the economy is doing alot better than the public thinks. My question is do you think that the economy is strong? Do you think that the growth proves that the economy is strong even with the 2 devistation hurricanes? And also do you think that it will continue to grow at a steady pace?