Death and Taxes

I seriously effed up my taxes for previous years. Not seriously, but enough where I needed some advice. Then a friend suggested I speak with an accountant, so I contacted H & R Block. I was connected to a wonderful woman who's helped me out the quagmire I'd done to myself. I claim blissful ignorance in every tax year. 

My accountant and I actually just met a couple weeks ago, after emailing back and forth since September. We agreed to meet to discuss my 2006 return and amend it. Her office is located in the Wilshire district of Los Angeles. I've dedicated myself to using my bike as much as possible. Believe me there are days I'd love to just drive, so much easier and a lot less sweaty. But practice what you preach, right? Anyway, I had to take Highland Ave. down to Wilshire. I had not needed to take Highland before today. I'm mad at Highland. People drive way too fast. And there are no transitions between corners for easy sidewalk riding. There were some slight close calls. Er, Mom, don't read that last line. I was just kiddin. 

When I arrived safe and sound at my accountant's office and after 3 1/2 hours we managed to do an amendment for my 2006 tax year. God bless my accountant, she saved me thousands. I almost feel like I'm cheating, but she's above board. We still need to amend my 2007 return and file my 2008. I may have to make the harrowing, I mean, splendid ride again. Although, I should try to figure some side streets to take. You know, do some sightseeing.