Next time you want to inject a spark of life into an otherwise dull family get-together, just bring up the taxation of Social Security benefits. Then prepare to stand back and shut up.

I guarantee Granny’s otherwise sweet demeanor will turn positively warrior-like, Uncle Harry will miraculously awaken from his post-dinner nap, hellfire and brimstone will be summoned, and words you thought your dear old relatives never even knew (much less uttered) will pour forth.

My husband’s late Aunt Jay, God rest her soul, could entertain anyone within earshot for at least an hour about the injustice of having to pay income tax on what she had already paid tax on : her Social Security contributions.

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