Author Archives: asknod

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VA claims blogger

ONCE UPON A TIME

Posted on July 2, 2012 by asknod

In the Beginning there was nothing. Eventually something developed… Once upon a time long, long ago in the land of Nod, there evolved a warrior class like no other. Mind you, this was centuries before Adam and Eve started playing house … Continue reading →

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IT’S A BERRY THING–YOU WOULDN’T UNDERSTAND

Posted on July 2, 2012 by asknod

After the strawberry fiasco, you would think I’d learned my lesson. Not. My wife’s father, who passed in 2010, left me a legacy in raspberries. Just when the strawberries finally ceased production, I thought I’d get a reprieve. While puttering … Continue reading →

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FLIGHT HAZARD

Posted on July 2, 2012 by asknod

I suppose I’ll have to notify the FAA and inform them of a temporary hazard to air navigation for the summer. My tomato plants, which are safely ensconced in their own waterproof shelter this summer are threatening to become unruly and … Continue reading →

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UPDATE TO SLEEPLESS IN PUEBLO

Posted on July 1, 2012 by asknod

Member Randy sends us this update on his vigorous pursuit of homeless Vet knowledge in Pueblo from last week. To be honest, I was taken aback that there might be 120 Vets sleeping without a roof over their heads there. This … Continue reading →

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WE LOVE VETS…BUT

Posted on July 1, 2012 by asknod

This is in the same vein as Mineral Wells, Texas. Everyone is tripping over themselves to tie the Yellow Ribbon ’round the old oak tree until they find it growing in their front yard. Then its NIMFY time. It’s time … Continue reading →

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WHAT’S IN THE WATER IN MINERAL WELLS?

Posted on June 30, 2012 by asknod

We always consider Texas to be the bedrock of the nation where patriotism and love of America resides. They can’t be all bad. They fought with the South. So what do you figure is up down there in Mineral Wells? I … Continue reading →

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HARDSHIP CLAIMS

Posted on June 29, 2012 by asknod

One would think that the vA would have a soft spot for those Veterans who are so horribly disadvantaged that they find themselves financially or medically strapped to meet their obligations. When they succumb to lack of funds and are forced to … Continue reading →

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WHERE HAVE ALL THE DOCTORS GONE?

Posted on June 29, 2012 by asknod

Ever wonder where that reprobate excuse for a doctor disappeared to after he amputated the wrong leg off your uncle? How about the doctor who 86d the appendix when he should have been looking over to the right at the … Continue reading →

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SOUTHERN FRIED HUMOR

Posted on June 28, 2012 by asknod

Successful alumnus WGM returns with some excellent humor. I was born and raised south of the Mason-Dixon Line so this is right down my alley whether he knew it or not. It richly deserves a home here to cheer up … Continue reading →

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CAVC–SELLERS v. SHINSEKI–MACKLEM II

Posted on June 28, 2012 by asknod

This may be the best decision you’ll read in 2012. It’s a daisy. It just makes me giggle every time I go back over the analysis. It will remind you of Leroy Macklem’s high adventures in CUE land. What’s more, … Continue reading →

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