I found myself in another office today discussing the medical concerns of an ANA officer. I no longer think we have a health care issue in the United States. As I floundered in his native tongue, I was at a loss of words to explain the chasm between his $300 /mo. salary and mine...avoided numbers by explaining that it was indeed much more, but my wife took care of the finances and knew all the figures. : )
The real issue was his five year old Seyad that has a blood and heart issue that will never be cured. His life would be much fuller if treated in the U.S., but there is still the lack of funds to live...on 300.00/mo.
Still very thankful for what I have, and hoping to make a difference in 2010.
This is a good reminder as I'm sitting here looking at my budget and complaining to myself about the lack of extra money! I've traveled to several foreign countries including India and I'm reminded how quickly we forget the luxury of living in America where the power doesn't blink on and off nightly and the roads are smoothly paved! I've had great insurance to pay for Kenny's bone marrow transplant. Thanks for the reminder. I really needed it today!
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