Monthly Archives: February 2012

PCT Website

Posted on February 29, 2012 by asknod

I found this looking for the blood test on PCT. I’m still searching for that one. I was always tested for it via a 24 hour urine collection. Last year my hepatologist (Yep, Eileen, Lori!) said she was going to … Continue reading →

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Thailand AO Exposure

Posted on February 29, 2012 by asknod

I got an interesting article from member (anyone who writes me is a member!) Mike J. this morning. Attached was a link to a Veterans  legal assistance site talking about certain sites in Thailand and the usage of AO there. http://www.disabilitylawclaims.com/ The … Continue reading →

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Divorce and Corvettes

Posted on February 28, 2012 by asknod

A Florida senior citizen drove his brand new Corvette convertible out of the dealership. Taking off down the road, he pushed it to 80 mph, enjoying the wind blowing through his hair. “Amazing,” he thought as he flew down I-75, pushing the pedal … Continue reading →

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From the Footlocker 5–Animal House–1981

Posted on February 28, 2012 by asknod

Once upon a time along the banks of the mighty Duwamish River, in the shadow of the 1st Ave. South bridge, lived a young electrician in a house boat. Well, perhaps a boat house. It was a boat that had … Continue reading →

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SCOTUS–HENDERSON v. SHINSEKI–EQUITABLE TOLLING

Posted on February 28, 2012 by asknod

I’m sure you’ve probably heard of  David L. Henderson’s legendary fight spanning more than a decade and 5 VA Sectretaries by now. Most Vets have. This is the stuff that good campfire stories are made of. Allow me to take … Continue reading →

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Better Not Pout, Better Not Shout

Posted on February 28, 2012 by asknod

Remember the old ditty from Santa Claus is Coming to Town? Just imagine yourself in Keith Roberts’ shoes.  I posted a not so flattering summary of his first tête a tête with the VA (and the CAVC) last year based … Continue reading →

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Big Brother is Watching

Posted on February 27, 2012 by asknod

Did you ever look up in one of those impossibly big stadiums?  Big Brother is watching everything you do. Former Marine sniper Bob R. came home from Afghanistan and wondered how he would ever find a job where he could … Continue reading →

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Molly Mouse trap

Posted on February 27, 2012 by asknod

Have you ever had a dog that imprinted on you and vice versa? One who thought like you ? I’ve had 32 bird dogs at one time but one is always my wingman and gets top billing.  I’ve scaled back … Continue reading →

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Please Share This

Posted on February 26, 2012 by asknod

It’s 1914 and France and Germany have gone to war.  A young man is called up to serve.   98 years later…

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From the Footlocker–IV

Posted on February 26, 2012 by asknod

I was digging for something in the garage and forgot I still had some of these lying around. I used them for packing around stuff I mailed back in hold baggage. They’re a belt for a .308 M-60. DEWAT of … Continue reading →

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