Category Archives: All about Veterans

9th Fed.Circus Bails Out of VCS Controversy

Posted on May 7, 2012 by asknod

In an stunning display lacking intestinal fortitude, the 9th Fed. Circus, in an en banc decision, decided on narrow grounds-i.e. it wasn’t an “individual” but a group claim- to get out of this sticky wicket.  I was looking forward to seeing … Continue reading →

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37 YEARS

Posted on May 7, 2012 by asknod

Thirty seven years ago was the last day of our involvement in the Vietnam Boundary Dispute. I had a tshirt with the unofficial logo of the Air Wing but I can’t find it. It was a skull and crossbones with … Continue reading →

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VA–A NEW CULTURE OF TRANSPARENCY

Posted on May 2, 2012 by asknod

I always get a bang out of vA press releases. In this instance, it sounds so noble and altruistic. Always the the jerk who looks at the underbelly of the beast, I examine it from the pre-transparency era. In other … Continue reading →

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VA’s ability to fix problems needs improvement

Posted on April 30, 2012 by joeaveragevet

The VA’s method of fixing problems:  Wait until the Veteran complains to his or her Senator.  Only then, will anything be done about it. Veterans with “paperwork glitches” don’t have a good way to call someone up and say, “Gee, … Continue reading →

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Santa Claus is Coming To Town

Posted on April 29, 2012 by asknod

At 1500 hrs yesterday what should my wondering eyes behold but the ILP Information Technology guru named Jim minus his 12 prancing reindeer. Saturday, ladies and gentlemen. Saturday. VA doesn’t work on Saturday. Of even more interest, VA does everything … Continue reading →

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Name That VA Tool

Posted on April 28, 2012 by asknod

 CAN YOU NAME THIS OLD TOOL? Thought you would enjoy this                                                   educational moment in VA … Continue reading →

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Welcome Home Charles

Posted on April 27, 2012 by asknod

Army Capt. Charles R. Barnes, 27, of Philadelphia. On March 16, 1969, Barnes and four other service members departed Qui Nhon Airfield in a U-21A Ute aircraft. As they approached Da Nang, they encountered low clouds and poor visibility. Communications … Continue reading →

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VET SUICIDES–1@2.57 MINUTES

Posted on April 27, 2012 by asknod

Gee. I’m sure glad the VA is on this like white on rice. When I read it, I almost blew coffee through my nose. After thinking back on the VA/US Military PTSD coverup in the last several months, this actually isn’t so … Continue reading →

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VHA–SORRY, NO MORE NEXUS LETTERS

Posted on April 27, 2012 by asknod

I knew this was hidden somewhere but it took a while. I had to go line by line in the VHA handbook. Squidly One had reported back to us that his PCP held up the crucifix and recited the incantation … Continue reading →

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CANCER ≠ TICKET REFUND

Posted on April 27, 2012 by asknod

Spirit Airlines. I’ve never heard of them until now. Apparently they are not Veteran Friendly. Too bad because it will only hurt their bottom line to be so inflexible and uncaring. Every company has it’s policies that govern how it … Continue reading →

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