There have been several letters to the editor in the Yuma Daily Sun bemoaning the news that seniors may not get their yearly raise this year. Good grief!
Of course seniors should not expect a cost of living increase in their social security benefits. We are all aware that the system as it is is absolutely unsustainable. Those of us old enough to remember are aware that the system was not designed to be a retirement program, just a hedge against starvation, a bowl of beans and a cup of rice.
Unfortunately, like all cases of creeping socialism, it's spun out of control. We know that our country's deficits are going to be a burden to our grandchildren and we would much rather give up a lunch out on the town, a trip to the casino, or a new dress than to see our grandchildren further burdened.
Sometimes the families of the elderly do need to step up to the plate. Our grandparents were cared for by our parents and our memories of the beautiful times we spent with them as they slipped away are among the most precious we have. My children had the honor living with their great grandmother for the last three years of her life. It was a wonderful experience for them. Caring for one another is the most important lesson we can teach our children.
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