I WANT THAT

I WANT THAT........... Sitting with my grandson, Vinny, we were reading the many toy ads that come in the paper.  In wide eye amazement he would say that same phrase, "I want that".  Every toy, except Barbie doll would bring that phrase even louder.  When Vinny and I would go shopping together, all I would hear is, "I want that". Now, Vinny is 2 1/2 years old and has no concept of money, or the reason why he can't have everything.  I just have to smile and remember that he is only a child and that when he get older, he will understand. Along with this life lesson he will also learn to share as he grows up.

What made me think of this?  Michigan's right to work legislation, the fiscal cliff and the constant battle between Democrats and Republicans. I am proud to say that my grandson is much more educated then many of these people.  Everyone votes with the phrase, "I want that" in the back of their mind. If their party wins, chances are better that they will get what they want.  If their party loses, there will be years of temper tantrums. If things go wrong, there is plenty of finger pointing and blame to go around.  The rich want their money and don't want to share, and the poor want their money and will gladly share what is not theirs. Everyone is well aware of their rights, and believe they deserve it even if it violates someone Else's rights.

I personally believe that I have no rights entitled to me.  As a sinner, the only thing I want is the love of a forgiving God. I have tried to be the best person possible, I have tried to be the best father and husband, and grandfather.  I have tried to help when I could, and am thankful for the help of friends and family. Health problems have slowed my wife and I, so instead of working, we spend the day watching our grandchildren. The only thing that we want for it, is that our children and grandchildren will pass it forward.

In 2013, the fiscal cliff may hit the United States.  With this will come the elimination of social security. welfare, and all "entitlement" programs.  My wife and I who are on disability will be without any income. The people who have plenty have said, "I WANT THAT". The people who have experienced great health want to keep it to themselves. Those who have been born with a "Gold spoon in their mouth", want to make sure that no one gets a handout. Those who have received these gifts from God are saying, "I WANT THAT AND I DON'T WANT TO SHARE". Do you know what I have to say to these people?  THANK YOU.

I say thank you because it has helped me to realize the great gifts that God has given me, and that when I pass on, you may have all my earthly wealth that is left.  I can't afford the Uhaul to take it with me, and since I plan on being cremated, there will be no room in a casket to stuff my money. I know that when I reach the pearly gates, there won't be a monetary toll both. For the first time, only God will judge me and his judgment won't be based on assumption or a poll of one or two people. I know there won't be people pointing at each other in judgement . Yes, that is what, I WANT", and I'll be glad to share.