Category Archives: Inspirational Veterans

MILESTONES–RIC MICHAELSON

Posted on November 15, 2014 by asknod

Ric chieu hoi’d in his sleep yesterday morning early. It was unexpected and sudden with no warning. He will be sorely missed by all of us. He was my son-in-law’s father and I had just helped him win the big 100% … Continue reading →

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VETERANS DAY–DESSERT

Posted on November 12, 2014 by asknod

This is a very powerful commentary by Vietnam Veteran Donald Singleton. I think it’s worth watching in its entirety for many reasons. One thing you will not hear, and I cannot thank him enough for foregoing it, is that insane … Continue reading →

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VETERANS DAY 2014

Posted on November 11, 2014 by asknod

I was beseiged this afternoon with emails asking if my joke posting for today was all I planned on putting up. Well, not exactly. That space was supposed to be occupied by a long story with photos of Butch Long … Continue reading →

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VETERANS POEMS–THE FINAL INSPECTION

Posted on November 6, 2014 by asknod

I received this several years ago and mistakenly thought I had published it. For that, I apologize profusely to Member WGM of Texas fame. You may remember him from my book as I used him as a prime example of … Continue reading →

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VA OFFICE OF DEBT MANAGEMENT BUSTS ANOTHER CHEATING VET

Posted on November 3, 2014 by asknod

Boy howdy am I ever glad to see this headline. To think any of you triplegic Vets out there would stoop so low as to try collecting that extra $142 a month for shacking up with who later turns out … Continue reading →

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DOJ’S HOLDER LETS VA OFFICIALS SKATE

Posted on October 30, 2014 by asknod

It seems no matter how many Veterans you kill via ignoring their medical needs or simply scheduling them further and further into the future until they die, there is no “criminal intent”. Well, boy howdy I’m sure glad to know … Continue reading →

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LZ CORK–19 JANUARY 1969–THE DAY AFTER

Posted on October 7, 2014 by asknod

I received a call yesterday from my secret VA weapon at Representative Derek Kilmer’s office. The news was confusing as well as disheartening.  Nick Carr informed me that the Army REMFs are requiring more proof of Butch Long’s bravery under … Continue reading →

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A few recent Air Force photos

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Laura

The Official photostreams of the branches of military service show tomorrow’s veterans at work today.  They are doing dangerous work, useful work, and humanitarian (also dangerous) work.  Will they find meaningful well-paying work commensurate with their experience and skills when … Continue reading →

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Guinness–Coming Home

Posted on August 4, 2014 by asknod

Few commercials move you as this one submitted by members Paul and Leigh.  Someone who feels he has the stoic control of his emotions may still feel the lump and remember the moment when he/she arrived back from being in … Continue reading →

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FOOTLOCKER–43 YEARS LATER

Posted on February 22, 2014 by asknod

One of the Biggest Little Towns in Laos during the war. The extreme western terminus of the DMZ. The Plain des Jarres Golf and Country Club. Indian Country. 20 Alternate, LS-98, or simply LS-20 A on the map. Whatever you … Continue reading →

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