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ILP– What about the Greenhouse?

Into everyone’s life a little rain must fall. My VRE case worker and I-he who granted me the computer-had a meet and greet this morning. He declined my offer of coffee laced with hemlock. He quickly started circling the wagons … Continue reading

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Jesus In Retrospect

There were 3 good arguments that Jesus was Black: 1. He called everyone brother 2. He liked Gospel 3. He didn’t get a fair trial But then there were 3 equally good arguments that Jesus was Jewish: 1. He went … Continue reading

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Terry W. Lindsey-Milestones

Another Vietnam Veteran bites the dust at 58 years old. Pretty soon we’ll all be gone and the  vA can declare jetguns the cause of HCV. Rest in Peace Terry. A grateful nation of Vets salutes you and mourns your … Continue reading

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BVA–Bare Conclusory Statements

From the  Honorable Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman RO in Atlanta (ATRO) In what United States judicial forum is it permissible to make broad, sweeping conclusions with nary a supporting argument to buttress the statement? Correct, Padewans. None. Well, “not exactly” as … Continue reading

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A WOMAN SCORNED

Did you ever have to finally decide? Say yes to one and let the other walk by Its not often easy and not often kind Did you ever have to make up your mind? (Lovin’ Spoonful) She could have paid … Continue reading

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Military Humor

This is what a majority of us thought but could never voice during our time in service. I want one.

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BVA–WHY AM I PAYING THIS ATTORNEY?

 MORE COUNTRY WATER Here’s another one of those Nashville Cats via the Jackson, Mississippi RO-JACKRO if you will. Even with an attorney repping him. this Vet still manages to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. He has everything he … Continue reading

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FED.CIR.–CADORET V. SHINSEKI–11 DAYS= SCHIZOPHRENIA

I know there are many of you who will eventually file claims with the vA who are reading this. I always ask Vets I help to do the mirror test. That is, look in the mirror and tell yourself that … Continue reading

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GREEN DOLLARS

Member Tom spotted this and, being a Marine through and through, felt it belonged here. I agree: Think about these…… As you open your pockets for the next caller pleading for your donation, please keep these facts in mind: · The … Continue reading

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K-Vet Shoots Intruder

Eighty four year old Fred Ricciutti from Elizabeth, Pennsylvania never figured he’d be punching holes in anybody with his service issue weapon again. Nevertheless the other morning in the wee hours, he had occasion to do just that. It seems one Raymond … Continue reading

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