Tag Archives: HCVETS

VA–GRAND PLAN TO “TRIM” BUDGET– 86 THE TDIUs

Only at 810 VArmit Ave. NW 20420 could anyone with an IQ over 75 come up with this plan. 318,000 Vets on TDIU (Total Disability due to Individual Unemployment) … nationwide… in the whole VBA system. Did I mention it was … Continue reading

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FAKE SOVALDI

I have been asked to spread the word about a website (FacePlace, where else?) that is selling “fake” Sovaldi. I personally have no direct proof that this is indeed the case but it stands to reason that a sucker is … Continue reading

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CAVC–HUNT VS McDONALD–RED CLAY BETWEEN MY TOES

I shudder to think how many of us who served in Vietnam have hit the wall when they tell you your Agent Orange claim cannot stand because you simply were not there. This is a default setting-one assumed before any … Continue reading

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THE ENIGMA OF VA TIME

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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About those urine samples

It’s hard for my old Marine not to get offended when every year his VA doc tests him for illicit drug use.  (His private docs NEVER test him for them.) The screening panel is extensive:   Amphetamines; Barbiturates; Benzodiazepines; Cannabinoids; … Continue reading

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CAVC–GOING FOR THE ATTORNEY’S EAJA ON EXTRAORDINARY WRIT

This is pretty funny. Hell, no. It’s a riot. Rarely in the history of Extraordinary Writs have petitioners (me) prevailed on all counts and made off with Monty’s Cookie Jar. It just doesn’t happen. If you asked VA to issue … Continue reading

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RED SHIRT FRIDAYS COMING-REMEMBER THOSE DEPLOYED

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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CAVC–PARSONS vs McDONALD–I THINK I’M TURNING JAPANESE ATLEASTITHINKSO

Catchy song that. I can almost see the look on Ivor R. Parsons face when he got the hearing lollipop for 0% back in 1971. He might have even said “What about that ringie thing in my left ear? It’s … Continue reading

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THE MOUSE DISPENSER

Over the last four years since my feral kitty Ambush rolled in on Labor Day 2011, I have noticed her frequently hanging around what is called a D-box or distribution box that contains valves to regulate the amount of water … Continue reading

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THOMAS JEFFERSON MEMORIAL TO COME DOWN IN DC

In a nod to the growing chorus of voices denouncing slavery and racism, President Obama signed an Executive Order yesterday directing the  D.C. Parks Commission to begin immediate destruction and removal of the Jefferson Memorial. “Many feel the Memorial glorifies … Continue reading

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