[Baz]

Have not read through all the posts.

FWIW....here is my take:

If you expect the government to do what makes the most sense to assist you then you need a reality check. Of course it would make the most sense for a COL raise to accommodate the economy we see in our everyday lives. But the reality is "we" should not care if it does not because "we" have already made our own plans to sustain our household and lifestyle budget to an adequate measure.

Most have, I'm sure.

Go ahead and express your thoughts and feelings on the matter. I encourage you to do so. That's why we enjoy free speech as one of our freedoms here.

I'm grateful for anything I can get and will continue to stay busy maintaining my independent lifestyle as much as possible, regardless of what else is taking place.