Before I begin, let me just state that I am now a huge advocate of the pedicure. Not only was it relaxing and therapeutic, but I no longer have to be ashamed of the condition of my toes after a vigorous work week. No longer will I be mistaken for white trash or a fourteen year old, at least not based on the appearance of my badly chipped polish. Both sets of nails are still holding up immaculately (knock on wood), although they've only had to endure one day of work so far.
Now that that's out of the way, let's talk about the state of California sending IOU's back as a tax refund, as though that's a valid form of payment. When your state government (perhaps if it was somewhere inconsequential like Kansas, or even a state with a shameful unemployment rate and a practically bankrupt car industry like dear old Michigan, but California?) is considering giving you an IOU, you know the economy is fucked. The worst part is the lack of shock. I'm not saying this was expected, but people (at least the ones I've talked with) have been estimating that "things will get worse before they get better." This vague prediction could cover many potential financial dilemmas and apparently IOU tax refunds is one of them.
The most unbelievable aspect is the fact that tax payers aren't allowed the same option. This recession affects our economy on every level. Yes, the state government of California is poor, but so are the citizens. If IOU's are a reality right now, shouldn't it be an option available to everyone?
P.S. I did not mean any harm against Kansas. I'm sure it's a lovely state and it probably contributes much to our country. It's just that it's boring. And no one even knows the Kansas City Royals exist. Sorry.
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