The time it takes for the IRS to accept a tax return when you owe money.
2 Months
The time to get money back from the government.
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What is this about Energy from Canada?
So I just saw this commercial by the “Petroleum Companies” asking President Obama to sign some bill to build a new pipeline which will create American Jobs. What a load of crap!
More Jobs
I love how everyone uses the “more jobs” argument. Sure, anything that requires humans will create jobs, but does that mean we should do it?
Sustainability?
For a long time the US has been known to consume much more food and resources per capita than any other country in the World. Why is it so hard for us to be self sufficient? Wouldn’t it be ideal if we did not have to rely on other countries for anything?
Think about it….if we produced all products locally, we would increase the number of jobs in this country exponentially! Just think about how many products we buy are imported?
OIL – Seriously, why are we so slow to find alternate energy sources. We continue to be brainwashed by “Clean Coal” and other statements of job creation using finite natural resources?
Solar and Wind
Why are we not tapping solar and wind energy, truly renewable resources which have little or no impact on the environment! Shouldn’t we invest in solar panel technology which could be used in place of Windows? How much glass is used on the exterior or buildings these days? In the country side, conventional solar panels could be used and wind turbines would be very effective.
Money Talks
Granted I don’t have facts to prove it, but you have to wonder how much money is being invested by companies to slow down our progress in energy efficiency and sustainability.
20 Years Ago Did You…
It has become pretty hilarious recently seeing all of the ads for different law firms claiming they can help you get your piece of millions of dollars if you or a loved one….
Have you seen these ads?
- Mesothelioma – Asbestos exposure
- DePuy Artificial Hip – Defective causing cancer
- Used a Pelvis Sling?
Blog or Tweet your life
Be sure you document everything you eat and do as you could be awarded money years from now. LOL I am kidding, but it is unfortunate to see the different recalls and health hazards that have come to light years later.
- Used Topomax for Epilepsy/ Migraines – Cleft palate and other birth defects
You Don’t Really Want a Hybrid!?
Honda of Tysons Corner
In an attempt to sell more gas powered cars when car companies are unable to keep up with demand for Hybrids even though they are being sold at a higher cost, Honda of Tysons Corner has produced a document given to those interested in their Civic Hybrid which basically says….”At the current price of gas, it will take 13 years based on some magical number of miles driven to make up ~$4000 price difference between gas only and hybrid.
WOW. That is like saying, don’t recycle, just trash your glass bottle since you have to walk 4 feet to the recycle bin from the trash can that is in front of you!
Awaiting Response….
So I wrote to the Tyson’s Honda dealership and while I did not ask for an response, in fact did not want to hear the excuse, have not heard anything besides the automated “We got your email.”
Since I was not able to find an email for Honda USA customer service, I am going to write them a letter to see if I can find out if this is a corporate recommendation or a local dealership trying to sell more cars.
Hybrids are not new
I really do blame Honda for not meeting demands. It is not like they are brand new and everyone wants one. They have been in production for quite some time and since they cost the consumer more, would think you would want to have more available. Now I have heard that the actual cost to produce a Hybrid is much more than a standard combustion engine and maybe that is why production is slow since there would be a greater loss of revenue.
Recycled costs more
In any event, I will keep you updated. In the mean time, don’t let anyone tell you it is bad to help the environment. Sure it does for some unknown cost more money for the recycled products we buy such as paper, or the reduced container refills such as laundry detergent, but for the sake of future generations, please don’t give up over a little money.