If the biggest consequence of being considered rich is having to pay more taxes, then I'll take it. I don't even see why it's a big deal. The taxes are taken from my check before I get it, so it's not like I miss it that much. Plus, rich people are good at itemizing and getting all kinds of deductions and credits. And you only really have to think about taxes when you're filling out your forms or taking your W-2 forms to the guy in the tax prep store. The rest of the year, being rich gets you all kinds of perks in life, like having people respect you and kiss your bum, having brunch at the country club, taking vacations, shopping at Neiman Marcus and Williams-Sonoma, going to the spa, riding in a Town Car, and doing whatever the heck else rich people do.

Instead of complaining about how much you have to pay in taxes, you should be thankful that at least you're financially well-off than most people, and that the biggest dilemma you face daily is foie gras or confit, not how far you can stretch your take-home pay after bills and living expenses.