Name:   MAJ USA RET - Subject:   And the pump was dry Date:   2/19/2011 10:23:58 AM

Hmmm… let me take this a step further.

How is it possible, with my modest income, that I am debt free?  Let me capitalize that so that Archy doesn’t get confused… DEBT FREE.

Could it be that we put off self indulgence until we paid the bills?  Could it be that we drove automobiles which fit our budgets?  (We keep and maintain automobiles for 8 years.)  Could it be that we saved up for things we wanted?  Could it be that we put away for old age… and rainy days?  Could it be that we paid off credit cards in full each month?

You see, Archy, we realize both the dangers and the power of interest.  Avoid paying it - maximize receiving it.  Something our government hasn’t figured out yet.  Why would I want to give more money to the government.

I am not asking more from my government than I ask of myself.  I am not suggesting that you do more than I have myself.

The “common bowl” is getting larger and there are fewer workers to refill it.  Some of those dipping into the bowl seem to believe that they are entitled to its contents without obligation to contribute.  It is these parasites which need to first suffer.

But, no Archy, you imply that we workers should keep filling that bowl without holding anyone accountable. 

Just wait.  Someday we will go to the pump and the priming bucket… will be empty.  Just remember to tell your grandchildren how cool and refreshing was the water.