Older Folks and Vaping Back Porch-Part Six

[lulu836]

Um, isn't it the SocSec that goes up based on inflation? And, of course, most any time it does, Medicare premiums do as well.... since we're making so much more.....

But what really gets to me is how both have been labeled "entitlements."

Excuse me? I paid into it for 40+ years with basically no choice in the matter, yeah, I'm ENTITLED to get my money (plus interest) back!!

You are entirely right. Sometimes my irritation takes over my mind and I get the names wrong but at least I got the idea right.

 

[lulu836]

Um, isn't it the SocSec that goes up based on inflation? And, of course, most any time it does, Medicare premiums do as well.... since we're making so much more.....

But what really gets to me is how both have been labeled "entitlements."

Excuse me? I paid into it for 40+ years with basically no choice in the matter, yeah, I'm ENTITLED to get my money (plus interest) back!!

You are entirely correct. I just get so irritated with Our Government that I type the right thing in the wrong place.

 

[Nermal]

Um, isn't it the SocSec that goes up based on inflation? QUOTE]

Yes, but there are several different measures of inflation. It simply isn't relevant to me how much fur coats and super yachts go up in price.

One saving grace. If inflation doesn't get an increase in SS benefits, the Medicare deduction doesn't increase, either - unless you are enrolling for the first time.

 

[Iffy]

The words I have to those folks would burn the hair off a llama!!!!!!!!!!!

My dearest lulu,

May I add ya to my 'luv ya dearly' list? I only ask in dat I'm totally committed to my bride and da Constitution, besides being an ardent vaping apostle!!

As to 'entitlements', our frackin' government can't even live up to the 'benefits' for our disabled vets. That to me is the greatest US of A failure within my lifetime! And no, I'm not a DV nor have ever seeked any VA assistance, although I'm a 20 year vet.

And to provide some ol' liberal fodder against me, any more there are only three classes of US citizens: wolves, sheep and watch dogs!

OK, guess I need to wind down and limit my soul felt expressions. It just hurts so much to watch how we all are being manipulated!

Peace and human dignity through power and victory with honor and, no, we will not ever globally sing 'Kumbya'...

Just to assist those I just wizzed ophph, here's how to use IGNORE...

 

[Uncle Willie]

According to the great Google

I am adding that to my notebook of general stuff .. only, I am editing it to be ::

"Google The Great" ..

Although I would tend to believe most think in terms of Google being Male .. however, it could be female just as well ..

 

[Uncle Willie]

 

[garyoa1]

Interesting that everyone wants a minimum wage increase but by the same token are dead against socialism.
And FWIW, cost of living here is double what it is in the states.

 

[yiddleboge6]

Interesting that everyone wants a minimum wage increase but by the same token are dead against socialism.
And FWIW, cost of living here is double what it is in the states.

Cost of living can differ widely in different locations across the country.....

 

[garyoa1]

Cost of living can differ widely in different locations across the country.....

Very true but I'm not talking rent or whatever. From a tiny town to the big city. No difference here. Have to go to buffalo (big city) for food and goods cuz it's massively cheaper. Electronics are half the price in the states.

 

[Kenna]

MFS 17% off everything thru the 4th. SUMMER17

 

[bigbells]

I downloaded a program called Google Keep. I have it on my phone, tablet and laptop. I am able to make a shopping list on one device and read it on any of the others. It does more than just that, however, I haven't figured it all out. Anyway, I can make and add items to my list and when I go shopping I can view and edit the list on my phone while out shopping.

I use Google Drive Documents but that Google Keep sounds like it might be easier and more convenient. To the maximum extent possible, I avoid writing stuff down on paper.

Um, isn't it the SocSec that goes up based on inflation? And, of course, most any time it does, Medicare premiums do as well.... since we're making so much more.....

But what really gets to me is how both have been labeled "entitlements."

Excuse me? I paid into it for 40+ years with basically no choice in the matter, yeah, I'm ENTITLED to get my money (plus interest) back!!

I think it's a case of "entitlement" having been turned into an ugly word, when it didn't have to be.

I was going to say this is the kid next door horsing around, but that goat is no kid.

 

[Kenna]

Um, isn't it the SocSec that goes up based on inflation? And, of course, most any time it does, Medicare premiums do as well.... since we're making so much more.....

But what really gets to me is how both have been labeled "entitlements."

Excuse me? I paid into it for 40+ years with basically no choice in the matter, yeah, I'm ENTITLED to get my money (plus interest) back!!

Amen!

 

[Kim B.]

My dearest lulu,

May I add ya to my 'luv ya dearly' list? I only ask in dat I'm totally committed to my bride and da Constitution, besides being an ardent vaping apostle!!

As to 'entitlements', our frackin' government can't even live up to the 'benefits' for our disabled vets. That to me is the greatest US of A failure within my lifetime! And no, I'm not a DV nor have ever seeked any VA assistance, although I'm a 20 year vet.

And to provide some ol' liberal fodder against me, any more there are only three classes of US citizens: wolves, sheep and watch dogs!

OK, guess I need to wind down and limit my soul felt expressions. It just hurts so much to watch how we all are being manipulated!

Peace and human dignity through power and victory with honor and, no, we will not ever globally sing 'Kumbya'...

Just to assist those I just wizzed ophph, here's how to use IGNORE...

 

[therussellv]

Praise Odin

Sent from a dark, twisted corner of the back porch, covered in cobwebs and slightly damp.

 

[Kim B.]

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[Kenna]

Happy Independence Day!!

Sent from my LG-V700 using Tapatalk

 

[Von Vape]

@Kenna, There is no way to describe, photograph or video the Northern Lights that does them true justice. That being said, the draw back is that the best times to see them are in the Winter, usually when it's very cold and I doubt that many, if any prochers would like that as an odyssey option. You know you have a place with us any time though. We do have a Winter carnival in Feb. with sled dog races (the week before Iditarod) the miners & trappers ball, running with the reindeer (yes, similar to Pamplona but w/reindeer!), the duct tape ball, the Mr. fur face contest, snow shoe soft ball tournament and a host of other uniquely Alaskan events. It's a hoot! It's usually also COLD! Anyone ANY TIME though! Porchers ROCK (and I'm reminded by Iffy they recline & hammock too. )

HAPPY 4th. EVERYONE!!!
Von Vape

 

[Rotowoman]

Just popping in my little head again to say Happy 4th to everybody. I was right. We did have to play "Dodge the Drunk" on the way home this morning. The couple of clubs on the main drag were still popping and people were all over the street. You know I'm aging. All I wanted to do was run over one, then get back to the apartment and my peanutbutter jam sandwich and glass of chocolate milk. heh heh

Today one of the pilots and dispatcher cooked for us. Barbecue chicken, baked beans, and potato salad. And, YES, all of it was outstanding!! Some of it is coming back to the apartment with me for my late night supper.

I don't want to speak too loud, but it's been fairly quiet and easy around here. Just the way I like it.

 

[Kenna]

@Kenna, There is no way to describe, photograph or video the Northern Lights that does them true justice. That being said, the draw back is that the best times to see them are in the Winter, usually when it's very cold and I doubt that many, if any prochers would like that as an odyssey option. You know you have a place with us any time though. We do have a Winter carnival in Feb. with sled dog races (the week before Iditarod) the miners & trappers ball, running with the reindeer (yes, similar to Pamplona but w/reindeer!), the duct tape ball, the Mr. fur face contest, snow shoe soft ball tournament and a host of other uniquely Alaskan events. It's a hoot! It's usually also COLD! Anyone ANY TIME though! Porchers ROCK (and I'm reminded by Iffy they recline & hammock too. [emoji38] )

HAPPY 4th. EVERYONE!!!
Von Vape

That all sounds like so much fun!

 

[Kenna]

Just popping in my little head again to say Happy 4th to everybody. I was right. We did have to play "Dodge the Drunk" on the way home this morning. The couple of clubs on the main drag were still popping and people were all over the street. You know I'm aging. All I wanted to do was run over one, then get back to the apartment and my peanutbutter jam sandwich and glass of chocolate milk. heh heh

Today one of the pilots and dispatcher cooked for us. Barbecue chicken, baked beans, and potato salad. And, YES, all of it was outstanding!! Some of it is coming back to the apartment with me for my late night supper.

I don't want to speak too loud, but it's been fairly quiet and easy around here. Just the way I like it.

I'm glad you got to have some celebration, Roto! Even dodging drunks like whack a mole!