Monthly Archives: November 2011

VA Obamacare?

Posted on November 6, 2011 by asknod

This is weird and I don’t mean funny-ha ha weird. I got a letter in the mail several days ago from the VA. What first caught my eye is the the date- May 5th, 2011. What? they ran short on … Continue reading →

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38 CFR § 20.900(c)– MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE

Posted on November 5, 2011 by asknod

Members have asked me frequently what the parameters are for seeking an advancement on the docket. While this might sound like climbing Mt. Everest barefoot, it isn’t. There are four criteria for this in spite of the common misconception of two. … Continue reading →

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Krispy Kreme–The Veteran’s Friend

Posted on November 4, 2011 by asknod

I have discovered something very valuable to Veterans that they need to know. There are many corporations that show their appreciation to you as a Veteran by granting a discount upon presentation of your DEERS ID card. I don’t know … Continue reading →

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BVA– BENT BRAIN + ETOH = SC

Posted on November 3, 2011 by asknod

From the gambling halls of Reno, we are treated to this gem of jurisprudence. Judge George R. Senyk is another judge who is no stranger to the BVA corral so I’m sure he’s seen a lot of these. However he … Continue reading →

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A NEXUS LETTER IN A MANILA ENVELOPE

Posted on November 2, 2011 by asknod

We have a member in the Philippines- Manila-to be precise. No, he’s not a survivor of the Second World War He was a naturalized citizen who signed up and fought in the SEA conflict. After he got out, he opted … Continue reading →

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Quotes Worthy of Quoting

Posted on November 2, 2011 by asknod

I was asked by someone active in the HCV movement named Terri L. to be friends on Facebook. On her page, I spotted this: “You have never really lived until you do something for someone who can never repay you.” I … Continue reading →

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Cel phones for Homeless Vets ?

Posted on November 1, 2011 by asknod

What could possibly sound more useful and compassionate? The devil is in the details. I constantly search other Veterans websites and glean them for meaningful things that may help you, the Veteran, in your pursuit of justice. However, when I … Continue reading →

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PRIZE PATROL– PART II

Posted on November 1, 2011 by asknod

For all of you from Yorba Linda, this is part 2, not part 11. Those represent Roman numerals above, not ones. Just so we get that straight and avoid any confusion. I sure wouldn’t want you tearing your hair out … Continue reading →

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