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Originally Posted by Villages PL
How do you feel about the government sticking their hands in our pockets to get the tax money they need to pay for all the bypass operations and other procedures for people who are overweight, obese or very close to it?
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I feel thankful and blessed that I have not so far had to bear the pain and heartache of an incurable disease or a life threatening condition. I am thankful to have never needed a hospital stay nor any kind of surgery at least so far. I am thankful though not quite perfect, my health is overall very good and I only need an annual doctor visit. I am thankful that I have had a good career and that I have been able to totally pay my family's way at least up to this point.
With that said I realize many have not been as blessed and fortunate as I and I do not begrudge those that have tried and struggled but still need help. I realize though I sometimes complain that I should be thankful that I don't have uncontrollable compulsions to eat, drink, smoke, or do other destructive behaviors. I have no problem helping those that are truly in need whether it be food, clothing, or healthcare.
I do believe everyone should try to help themselves and everyone should work for what they receive unless they are truly unable. I am thankful I have not needed assistance as so many seem to do but I do know that life is uncertain and things can change quickly. It is is much better to look upon the plight of the less fortunate with caring, understanding, and maybe a little sympathy if needed.
I do believe I am no one that should look down upon anyone and for sure no one should exalt themselves or think themselves better than others when they are actually just more blessed than others and should be thankful their life is so good.