Category Archives: Food for thought

BVA HCV CLAIMS FROM 1992-2015

Posted on November 30, 2015 by asknod

Interesting statistics on HCV claims. Since record keeping began at the BVA in 1992, we can see the rise and fall of HCV claims which indicate a win, loss, death, cure or giving up. It can mean no DIC. It … Continue reading →

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Chantix, Nov. 19th, DoD and VA links

Posted on October 30, 2015 by Laura

Just a few quick military tobacco cessation links before Nov. 19th, the Great American Smoke-Out. DoD: Quit Tobacco. (LINK) This site has a bunch of tools and information including links to Tricare programs and a savings calculator. Varenicline (Chantix–Pfizer link) … Continue reading →

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ALLISON HICKEY-THROWING OUT THE BABY WITH THE BATHWATER

Posted on October 17, 2015 by asknod

It is with great sadness I read of Brig. General Allison Hickey’s decision to pull the yellow and white ejection handle over her head and punch out yesterday. We cannot say we didn’t see it coming and I, for one, commiserate … Continue reading →

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PTSD CLAIMS–WHOA UP THERE, PARDNER

Posted on August 14, 2015 by asknod

Cupcake would probably tell me not to post anything as contentious as this as it rivals politics and religion as the third rail in conversation these days. However, she pointed out one thing I concede grudgingly. When you sign up, … Continue reading →

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AGENT ORANGE SURVEY–PROPUBLICA

Posted on August 8, 2015 by asknod

Here’s an important tool in uncovering VA’s delay and deny subterfuge on Agent Orange. As most of you know, VA is fond of telling us we weren’t there in Vietnam. Failing that, we were transitory and really had no true … Continue reading →

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THE ENIGMA OF VA TIME

Posted on July 15, 2015 by asknod

On average, on my email, I receive more mail asking me how long it will take versus any other subject besides “How high do you think they’ll rate me?” To both questions, I of course go out, slay the virgin hen in … Continue reading →

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RED SHIRT FRIDAYS COMING-REMEMBER THOSE DEPLOYED

Posted on July 14, 2015 by asknod

Cupcake attended a Veterans Real Estate event last week and we’re armed and dangerous. From now on, wear red on Friday if you would. You’ll also spot kindred spirits and other Vets that way. In addition, I spotted this on … Continue reading →

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THE CONFEDERACY–A TRIBUTE TO AMERICA’S VALOR

Posted on June 26, 2015 by asknod

Lost in all the kerfluffle over Charleston’s atrocious racial shooting recently, the insidious mindset of politicians (both stripes) came to life and determined something-anything- needed to be done to prevent this from ever happening again. Our President trotted out a long … Continue reading →

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Rescue at sea: Makassar Strait

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Laura

The DoD has released a photo essay of distressed mariners, small children to the aged, that received humanitarian aid recently. The caring attitudes and competent skills of our active duty sailors and Marines are evident in the photos (PD). “Distressed … Continue reading →

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Our right to petition the government

Posted on June 11, 2015 by Laura

…”the right of the people . . . to petition the Government for a redress of grievances” is a protected activity and liberty. It applies to local, State and Federal governmental bodies (executive, legislative,courts, and agencies). The Petition Clause could … Continue reading →