Dear American Tax Payer: I am grateful for the meals you provide. Thank you.

[AnnieK401]

48. Very Timely for me!

I have been feeling very guilty today because I was just accepted for SS disability due to what is being called moderate to severe arthritis in both knees and hands, a left elbow that has advanced arthritic activity with bone on bone and a bone spur, moderate to severe hearing loss, and a genetic condition that contributed to all this. I am 54 and have worked since 1980. I worked at any menial job I could find, even though have a BA (OK it's in Sociology) but I worked! I was accepted for disability the first time, which I understand is somewhat rare. Believe me, they don't take your word for aches and pains, all this was all supported by Dr.'s reports and x-rays. I tried running a small business, but I underestimated the physical requirements and ended up selling it for pennies on the dollar for what I spent on it. The money I will get is not a lot, but it will help. And, I understand I can still earn a small amount, if I can find something, Hard to believe but I would much rather be gainfully employed and paying taxes, but the chances of someone, other than myself, hiring me are slim to none (actually closer to none.) As for self employment, I've tried that, it can be physically and mentally harder than working for an employer and 9 out of 10 start ups fail. I guess the Republicans see me as a drag on the economy who should be eliminated. After all, I'm interfering with some millionaire being even wealthier. But I believe I still have worth I appreciate all the comments I saw on this thread. Thank you for the post.