I had my first son at the age of 18 years old. When I was pregnant I had no understanding why I should be worried that I had no income. About 8 ½ months into my pregnancy my Mamma sat me down and painted my reality.
Because I was young, irresponsible and obviously immature I would need to apply for Welfare and get government assistance. I liken today’s financial crisis to my situation. The only difference is that my Financial “Bail out” plan came in the form of $564.00 per month issued in increments of $282.00 every two weeks. You have no idea the interrogation I had to go through from my “Super” Social Worker just to get my mediocre assistance.
My “Bail out” plan wasn’t as lucrative as the $700 billion Congress is contemplating but hey it just shows in today’s economy, being irresponsible lands a much better payday than in my time.
I understand that our economy has been airlifted to the emergency room and the Bail Out plan is the much needed Life Support, but isn’t it always us consumers who sacrifice the most? Once the banks and investment firms get their welfare checks, it’s back to business as usual.
I wonder if any of the Bail Out money will be issued to those who took huge hits on their retirement plans, 401 (k), and Mutual Funds…It’s o.k. to laugh…I did the same thing as I was writing this.
Sound off and let me know your feelings on what’s happening today…I’m Listening…Holla at ya Gyrl !
~Godspeed~
Latoya
