I am sitting here with so many things going through my mind. I thought I would share some of them with you. So have a seat and enjoy.
These last few weeks have become more and more busy with each passing week. I am hopeful that in about a month, things will slow down a bit, but I don't think that will happen. Most folks are real aware that tax day is looming. Two weeks from today the 2012 tax season will come to a close for many taxpayers, unless you are one those who filed an extension. If you are one of those extenders, don't forget that you are getting an extension of time to file your return, not an extension of time to pay you taxes. Taxes are due on April 16. That is one of the most misunderstood parts of the tax code. Don't forget to PAY your taxes by April 16 regardless of whether you filed an extension or not.
Anyway, like I was saying tax day is rapidly approaching. That means tax preparers like me are in full stride and eagerly anticipating crossing that finish line on April 16. Like most years, most people are finally deciding that they should probably get their stuff together and get those taxes filed. That just means that the stack on my desk, (or should I say dining room table?) Is just getting taller and taller. Hey, what can I say? I just decided a week or so ago to do my own. While this time of year is very stressful for me and many of my fellow tax preparers, the feeling on tax day of knowing you made it once again is very rewarding.
This past Sunday night, our church worship ministry, of which I am a member, presented "Jesus Saves: Live," a worshipful collection of songs arranged by Travis Cottrell. I was extremely blessed to be a part of such a program. The whole experience was amazing. There was no doubt about it, the Spirit of God was there. It was a very moving evening and I am thankful that the good Lord saw fit for me to be a part of it. Now we are preparing to present, "This is Your House" which is a collection of Brooklyn Tabernacle songs. The date for this program is May 20th. Mark your calendar!
I am sure that Hog fans are well aware that Head Coach Bobby Petrino crashed his motorcycle on Sunday evening. He broke some ribs, sprained his neck, and has some scrapes and bruises, but is expected to be ok and will make a full recovery. Coach Petrino insists on attending the remainder of spring pracice. My question is this, who wants to be the one to tell him no, you can't go? My vote is Mrs. Petrino. She is probably the ONLY one who can give Bobby orders and get away with it. I also saw where a writer/reporter for CBS Sports by the name of Brett McMurphy commented on twitter just before halftime of the Men's NCAA Championship Basketball game, "Stay tuned at halftime as Bobby Petrino will jump his motorcycle over the fountains of Caesar's Palace." This was a classless move by Mr. Murphy if you ask me. There is nothing funny about Coach Petrino's accident. He wasn't out being stupid. Accidents happen. Yes, motorcycle riding is dangerous, but when a guy is injured and still in the hospital, it is no time for joking. Mr. Murphy should be relieved of his duties at CBS in my opinion. I would encourage you to visit http://www.cbs.com/info/user_services/fb_global_form.php and voice your opinion of Mr. Murphy's actions. I wish Coach Petrino well and can't wait to see him back on the field.
Moving on to the dreaded Health Care Reform Law, or Obamacare, as it so rightly called, the Supreme Court heard arguments last week regarding the legality of the this law. Now, I am not trying to get into a political argument. If you are easily offended when it comes to political opinions, then please quit reading here. Seriously, stop.... Ok. I am not a supporter of Obamacare. Let me be more specific, I am not a in favor of any law telling me I HAVE to buy something whether it be insurance or vegetables. I think everyone should be able to purchase health insurance, but I don't think they are entitled to it. Insurance is a privledge not a right. If you can afford it, then great. If not, then I am sorry. I don't mean to sound as if I don't care. I do. I am truly sorry that insurance is so high. Maybe we should investigate why it has gotten so high and correct that. Instead, we are just going to require you to buy it and then if you don't you will be penalized. If you can't afford it, then the you can buy it from the government. Hmmm.....BRILLIANT!!! What is next? You HAVE to buy phone. You HAVE to buy a car. You HAVE to buy a home. Where do we draw the line? Anyway, I could ramble on and on about this. My point is that we, as Americans, should not be told we HAVE to purchase ANYTHING! It is called a free market for a reason. I hope that the Supreme Court strikes down this part of the law if nothing else.
Last, but certainly not least, it won't be long before our family welcomes Makenzie Reagan to the world. Mollie is just over 26 weeks into this pregnancy. There is so much to do as we anticipate her birth. We haven't even started. I know it will get done though. Regardless, Makenzie will be here in July. I guess we better get started!
Until next time!!
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