Category Archives: Tips and Tricks

EXPOSED VET SHOW–THE REAL VETERAN’S RADIO SHOW

Posted on July 17, 2023 by asknod

I’ve been sent links to watch this Vet’s show and that Vet’s site. I’ve searched high and low for shows that inform you in real time on how to file and which “lane” you want to be in. And all … Continue reading →

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HLR–BUILDING AN IMO FOR THE FUTURE

Posted on May 2, 2023 by asknod

I finally won a TDIU for a Vet I’ve written about many times. He was riding shotgun just south of Quan Loi in April ’71 when the Zipperheads command-detonated a monster IED in the road. They were Number 2 in … Continue reading →

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EXPOSED VET RADIO SHOW THURSDAY–4/27/2023

Posted on April 25, 2023 by asknod

John emailed me last night and asked if I was over my jetlag yet. Heeeeell no. I woke up this morning at 0400 and was up and at ’em. It’ll abate but I’m headed back to DC on July 11th … Continue reading →

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BVA-§3.816(c)(1)–BENDIN’ ATOMS DOWN IN BIKINI

Posted on April 24, 2023 by asknod

Once upon a time down on a peaceful Pacific Island, the US Navy began testing a-bombs. My Vet was there (Johnston Atoll) standing on deck at parade rest (as ordered) in April ’62 to observe and, unbeknowst to him, being … Continue reading →

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R1–WE’RE GOIN’ UP AROUND THE BEND

Posted on April 2, 2023 by asknod

Great song. My pilot in charge (PIC) had a battery-powered GE tape recorder with the little 3-inch reels and a penchant to play songs while we were taxiing out to take off from Alternate in the mornings. He swore it … Continue reading →

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EXPOSED VET RADIO SHOW

Posted on March 15, 2023 by asknod

As most of you know, Jerrel is somewhat under the weather since his latest medical misadventure. We’re certainly hoping and praying he recovers from this one and remain positive for the moment that he will. I’m sure he’ll be listening … Continue reading →

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SMC (R)(2)–SOMEWHERE A VILLAGE IS MISSING ITS IDIOT

Posted on March 4, 2023 by asknod

Love that expression. I don’t know if Dr. Phil personally coined it or had one of his staff writers who hit upon it but it dang sure captures the essence of the new VA mindset. Which is “When in doubt, … Continue reading →

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CAVC-GUST V McDONOUGH–FORT MAC AGENT ORANGE

Posted on February 4, 2023 by asknod

Picloram. Tordon 101. Agent White. It traveled under many different aliases and still does. Shucks, you can still buy this stuff. Here’s the link. Tordon 101. It’s sold as Crossbow®. If you wanted to turn it into Agent White, all … Continue reading →

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GROUNDHOG DAY 2023–6 MORE WEEKS UNTIL THE RD

Posted on February 1, 2023 by asknod

Wow. Groundhog Day already. Shut the front door. If I were five years old, I’d of figured a year had transpired already. At almost 72, it feels more like New Year’s was a week ago. I had a kickass Higher … Continue reading →

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CUE TRAINING FOR DUMMIES

Posted on January 22, 2023 by asknod

Here’s a Powerpoint presentation for VA employees I received from an Agent I helped get her wings. Imagine that. In one session which they claim will only consume three (3) hours, they propose to make you a VA Jedi Knight … Continue reading →