Thing is, though, I don’t know anybody who falls in category E, nor have I ever met anyone in that category. The guy across the street from me lost his job after Hurricane Ike, and still hasn’t found a new one. So, he picks up odd jobs in the neighborhood, plants a huge garden and shares the excess, generally takes care of things that need doing on the block. Plus, he always watches out for our house when we’re at work. I know his family’s struggling since it’s only his wife’s income, but he’s no grasshopper, nor are any of the unemployed folks I’ve met.

Kari–thanks–glad you thought so.

Karl–from your answer I can see you have never lived on a farm or ranch therefore missing the point of who really feeds you (and the rest of the world.) Very efficiently, I might add. The government gives lots of money to the public schools too–but, I don’t think we should throw teachers under the bus. Sorry you felt my message was too simple. Simple is what I do here. I even welcome Simpletons back for other visits.

Ross–Self-made…or first generation…for me, the author, they both fit. Thanks for sharing your views.

Have a grrrrreat day!

Sandhill Sis

However, farming, as a whole, is being subsidised by the US government.
Which means, the farmer is the grasshopper that is being supported by ants that have learned to not only work hard, but also simple.

Things should be made as simple as possible, but no simpler.

In this case, your message is too simple.

Think about it.