Monday, March 1, 2010

Getting Ready for April 15

OK. This daily bit is harder than I thought it might be. I was so certain that there would be something funny, or a gem of wisdom, or some treasure each day that I would want to put into words.

Not so much. Most of my days are really rather routine and dull.

This morning we met with our tax guy. Jim and Alex chatted about lots of things, but taxes were never mentioned. We had all sorts of documents saved and sorted for him to take away and I also had a similar bag of stuff for Mom's taxes. It is in his hands now. When he returns all of our information we will just have to sign, possibly write a check, and send it all off to the IRS.

I don't mind paying taxes. I know that so many people think we are taxed unfairly, but we really do get a lot for our money. We have local and national security, good roads, some of the best water (here in Sacramento) in the country, schools, parks, and emergency services. Even after taxes, Alex and I are in no danger of starving or sleeping on the streets. I'm grateful for that.

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