The infighting among Republicans and Democrats  the past few years has left us frazzled and worn out  We feel like the unhappy children of parents  in a toxic relationship.   All that fussing and fighting on an every day basis makes us insecure, worried, and depressed.  But at least the August Recess means less stress..

For just awhile, we don’t have to see Adam Schiff’s eyes sparkling with delight at the thought of impeachment.  ( According to Wikipedia,  Schiff  has appeared on television 227 times in the past year)  Enough already! . On the other hand, Mitch McConnell’s  down turned mouth and general grumpiness isn’t  all that inspiring.  His sour puss makes you wonder if he’s suffering from indigestion.  He could pose for a Tums ad any day of the week.

Just for fun, let’s pretend we Americans  are the kids in a family where Donald Trump is the Dad, and Nancy Pelosi is the Mom.  It’s obvious that the two of them  hate each other, will never agree on any thing –and we are the helpless  spectators.

The feud between the Democrats and Republicans brings to mind  the Hatfeilds and the McCoys   Or perhaps  the Montagues and the Capulets. I ’m at the point where I no longer care who wins or loses this election.  I’m just tired of all the lies, bickering and name calling.  Every national tragedy is politicized.  This is  one of the most dysfunctional  legislatures  I’ve ever witnessed in my lifetime.

Even though our nation has endured tough times lately,   we’ve felt a little more at ease this August.  The politicians finally left us alone and the media has gone  back to  normal.  The August Recess means less stress.  But come September, the “grown ups”?  will be back from vacation, and we kids will have to listen to the same old stuff.