The American Dream

The American Dream?     2014 is here its time to file  again,          as the federal government awaits our hard earned dollars rolling in.          I can only speak for myself  but I'm sure others feel my pain,        wondering where their money went        and in what way did we gain?  Once upon a time I believed  in the American way,  and I didn't mind paying it forward molding a future for my children  one day.        My labored contributions mean        nothing anymore,  my faith in our countries leadership        has fallen short for sure. I once had health insurance  before Obama Care,  a penalty was cheaper  a burden my company would graciously bare.    So now I have to pay premiums  I cannot begin to afford,  and if I do refuse, I'll be punished even more.  Yes I admit I'm angry but more so I'm afraid,  I have no retirement plan and live only for today. All because the American dream my forefathers fought to defend, have been twisted and distorted by democrats and republicians we watch on CNN.  Written By Kathy J Parenteau         Copyright © Feb 2014  All Rights Reserved