Originally Posted by
gemac
Interestingly, when the airline says you "earn" miles (by flying), the I.R.S. says that is a gift. When the airline "gives" you miles (you win a prize), the I.R.S. says you have "earned income".
And we drive on parkways, park on driveways.
Neither the English language or the IRS code is a good place to look for clear logic. Put them together - the result is predictable!