tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post7592578790387280713..comments2024-03-27T09:17:51.095-07:00Comments on Done by Forty: Use Your Tax DollarsDone By Fortyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-90136445982837006362013-07-21T09:00:44.214-07:002013-07-21T09:00:44.214-07:00I agree that we take a lot for granted. It's ...I agree that we take a lot for granted. It's understandable since it seems that's a natural human reaction: when we get something new we appreciate it for a while but it quickly becomes normal, and then expected. I've been trying to combat that process by taking Tonya's (at Budget at the Beach) advice and expressing gratitude for the things I have.Done by Fortyhttp://www.donebyforty.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-25206980218681085012013-07-21T04:26:04.593-07:002013-07-21T04:26:04.593-07:00Done by Forty I think people have to woo is me com...Done by Forty I think people have to woo is me complex. It doesnt seem like they enjoy their money if everyone else is using it. Place like the library and parks for example. People just look at them like they are suppose to be there. Well enjoy them and know that you help pay from them. Would you help pay for a house and not visit or sleep there or even try to sell to make some money at least? So quick to complain about what they dont have they fail to see and use the things they do. I have been apart of it too and know that complaining gets you no where. People forget about the safety and security we have. We are blessed a lot of people come to the US for the things we take for granted.Thomas | Your Daily Financehttp://www.yourdailyfinance.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-15733677617215172312013-07-19T14:03:20.063-07:002013-07-19T14:03:20.063-07:00Hell yeah we live in a great place. America's...Hell yeah we live in a great place. America's awesome. <br /><br />My buddy and I are doing like CashRebel wrote about, and hiking to Shenandoah National Park in about a month. It's great that we have places like that protected & maintained.Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-32390787924766137432013-07-19T14:00:09.094-07:002013-07-19T14:00:09.094-07:00Hooray NPR! It's an awesome thing.
I have to ...Hooray NPR! It's an awesome thing.<br /><br />I have to be honest though: I'm a freeloader. I've only donated once and that was years ago. I'll have to write a post about that someday: the dynamic of paying voluntarily for something you can get for free, as long as a certain number of people donate.Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-788149545392795102013-07-19T13:56:49.142-07:002013-07-19T13:56:49.142-07:00For all the bitching that people at extreme ends o...For all the bitching that people at extreme ends of the political spectrum do, I think that we live in a great place. It's not perfect, but nothing ever is. The National Park system is just spectacular.<br />Mr. 1500https://www.blogger.com/profile/10188877283102098812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-31800784124287260922013-07-19T13:53:16.608-07:002013-07-19T13:53:16.608-07:00Taxes are what they are. You can vote, but beyond ...Taxes are what they are. You can vote, but beyond that it's best to just accept the way it is. We've been taking advantage of the numerous amounts of free parks and beaches near us as the weather has gotten warmer. It's been great. And I definitely love me some NPR!Matt Beckerhttp://www.momanddadmoney.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-14333336797959765822013-07-19T08:46:10.179-07:002013-07-19T08:46:10.179-07:00Absolutely. We're blessed to live here. And wh...Absolutely. We're blessed to live here. And who doesn't love NPR? I'm still blown away by radio technology. News and songs that come flying through waves in the air, and then through a speaker! Crazy.Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-33792398185408579952013-07-19T05:12:49.498-07:002013-07-19T05:12:49.498-07:00I love the library, roads, and NPR! Sure there is ...I love the library, roads, and NPR! Sure there is some waste in government, but that's always going to be the case. We live in one of the most prosperous nations on the planet, and I think it's worth recognizing that from time to time.CashRebelhttp://cashreb.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-35244487789063288432013-07-18T19:52:28.828-07:002013-07-18T19:52:28.828-07:00True. I appreciate those who will back up their w...True. I appreciate those who will back up their words with action, even if we have different beliefs.<br /><br />Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-69655111717365629522013-07-18T19:19:02.429-07:002013-07-18T19:19:02.429-07:00This may be the most positive tax-related post I h...This may be the most positive tax-related post I have ever read haha. It's true there are a lot of things that our tax dollars fund that we can utilize, and that's definitely a positive approach to taxation. I think there is a difference between people who complain and don't do anything about it versus those who complain and take action to try to alleviate their complaint (i.e. someone who says taxes are too high and goes out and campaigns for a candidate looking to lower them). It's easier to just complain, though.DC @ Young Adult Moneyhttp://www.youngadultmoney.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-27534618492250572472013-07-18T10:35:58.711-07:002013-07-18T10:35:58.711-07:00And the safety's free if you have to wait more...And the safety's free if you have to wait more than 30 minutes.Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-18558562117372702202013-07-18T10:33:52.416-07:002013-07-18T10:33:52.416-07:00I agree completely. I call the fire fighters and p...I agree completely. I call the fire fighters and police to my house all the time just to make sure I am getting my money's worth. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-58190853552479242422013-07-18T08:00:33.938-07:002013-07-18T08:00:33.938-07:00Thanks, Andrew! I agree that there are some fanta...Thanks, Andrew! I agree that there are some fantastic, often unbeatable deals to be had as a result of our public resources.<br /><br />And congratulations again on your baby! I'm always so happy to hear about people adding to their families: I can only imagine how joyous and humbling it feels.Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-3367042858361810422013-07-18T07:54:48.393-07:002013-07-18T07:54:48.393-07:00Great list! Rather than complaining about taxes, ...Great list! Rather than complaining about taxes, we should take advantage of the things that those taxes provide. It's amazing how much more affordable public resources are compared to the private ones. My friend just joined the NYC Parks and Recreation gym and pool which is $150 for the year. Much much more expensive for a private gym with a pool. And for sure, I thank god for the 911 emergency service that the government provides!! Had to use that last week and they were quick on the scene.Andrew@LivingRichCheaplyhttp://www.livingrichcheaply.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-67217502931506205502013-07-18T06:44:29.340-07:002013-07-18T06:44:29.340-07:00Me, too! I've already thought of more to add,...Me, too! I've already thought of more to add, too...time to edit.Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-34341920506189271022013-07-18T06:44:03.234-07:002013-07-18T06:44:03.234-07:00Thanks, forryshaa!Thanks, forryshaa!Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-45464701250309429632013-07-18T06:43:38.372-07:002013-07-18T06:43:38.372-07:00Hooray parks! What a rad idea they are: create a ...Hooray parks! What a rad idea they are: create a green space with fun stuff to play on, benches to sit on, tables to eat & drink at, and then make it available to anyone who wants to come by. Genius stuff there.Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-40221337460998172002013-07-18T06:42:30.177-07:002013-07-18T06:42:30.177-07:00I've never lived in a place like that, but I c...I've never lived in a place like that, but I can imagine how different it would be try to hack it without any government programs. Just not having roads, alone, would dramatically change everything I tried to do.Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-86571828544054348052013-07-18T06:41:03.611-07:002013-07-18T06:41:03.611-07:00Thanks for the thoughtful comments, EcoCatLady. Y...Thanks for the thoughtful comments, EcoCatLady. You've brought up two huge ones I forgot: emergency services and healthcare. It's remarkable that we have access to either...let alone both.Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-17188814448041890822013-07-18T06:38:55.703-07:002013-07-18T06:38:55.703-07:00Thank you, Samgill. I figure we've already &q...Thank you, Samgill. I figure we've already "spent" the money...might as well make the most of it.Done By Fortyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06246597867355460723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-56711239147086480292013-07-18T06:03:43.540-07:002013-07-18T06:03:43.540-07:00Great list! I need to do more things on this list....Great list! I need to do more things on this list.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01699594650305506763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-56387721549865288122013-07-18T05:48:31.359-07:002013-07-18T05:48:31.359-07:00You have forced me to think about the way you save...You have forced me to think about the way you save money....ow seam forryshaahttp://www.latestaccounting.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-83078390239844625412013-07-18T04:09:46.724-07:002013-07-18T04:09:46.724-07:00I think my husband gets our money's worth at t...I think my husband gets our money's worth at the library! The parks, too, sometimes!Holly@ClubThriftyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16943656467827987350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-5915114164219966692013-07-17T22:28:30.783-07:002013-07-17T22:28:30.783-07:00I never bemoan taxes - having lived in a place whe...I never bemoan taxes - having lived in a place where there are NONE, I know that it's hard to keep things maintained - namely roads. There were no parks. No public housing, or healthcare. Everything was aid dollars, or privately funded, and it wasn't ideal. <br /><br />Every time I walk into the library, I think 'wow, those rates are worth every penny!'SarahN @ livetolisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01429385342825413879noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2980246226076317453.post-82951131003914651822013-07-17T21:16:37.860-07:002013-07-17T21:16:37.860-07:00I LOVE this post! I don't really understand th...I LOVE this post! I don't really understand the whole "government is evil" thing that so many people seem to be caught up in these days. The way I see it, government is just us. It's like we as a society have decided that for some things it's much more efficient to pool our resources than to have every man for himself. And it bugs me to no end that people end up using these pooled resources every day but fail to realize that this is government and tax dollars at work! The one that really made me laugh was during the whole health care debate craziness. I saw a person holding a sign - in all seriousness - that read "NO socialized medicine! And Hands Off of My Medicare!" Oh my!<br /><br />It's not that I'm always in agreement with how our tax dollars are spent - I sorta think that the billions that we shell out to fund corn and petroleum are ridiculous, but there is recourse here... it's called voting!<br /><br />Anyhow, I'm so appreciative of the many things that my society provides for me. I get clean water to drink and reasonably clean air to breathe. I can call 911 if I have an emergency and people come rushing in to save me. I get to ride on hundreds of miles of beautiful bike paths, and have a world of free entertainment at my fingertips with the library system. And even though I am childfree by choice, I appreciate the fact that I get to live in an educated society where literacy is generally taken for granted and ignorance is a matter of choice not a fate to which on is consigned by birth.<br /><br />Anyhow, thanks for the reminder, this is a great post!EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.com