Tag Archives: Help with vA Claims

CAVC–GOPAN V SHINSEKI- LINE OF DUTY FOR DUMMIES

Over the last eight years I have read law. Lots of it. Line of Duty (LOD) determinations are one of those fuzzy areas where everyone can agree to the same thing for five minutes. Then along comes another LOD appeal … Continue reading

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ILP–THE LAST SUMMER

Assuming the VA makes good on its promises, August will be the month construction begins on the greenhouse. Having waited almost five years, five more months seems like a heartbeat away. Tuesday last, I met with my old Vocational Rehabilitation … Continue reading

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HADIT.COM RADIO SHOW AT 1600 HRS ON THE LEFT COAST

Today we’ll talk about the complete turnaround in attitude, the new VA Rodney King “Can’t we all just get along?” plaint and more. VA VR&E folks are not saddled with this phenomenon more than once in a lifetime. My original … Continue reading

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OUR OLD FRIEND THE 12.7 DsHk

I can remember flying into  Laotian valleys and suddenly hearing one of these bad boys going off over the sound of our engine. A 12.7 mm DsHk shakes the world only slightly less than a 37 mm. AA gun. They … Continue reading

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GENTLEMEN, START YOUR GARDENS

I love that phrase as it applies to Grand Prix racing after they read everyone the rules. It’s the last rejoinder before the action begins. Likewise, when spring awakes, it’s showtime and the sap figuratively rises in us. As I … Continue reading

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ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST–THE 3 PERCENTERS

From my neighbor and very good friend brownwater brother Jim, another poignant reminder of our ever-shrinking ranks. Salute with me the three percenters-those who feel that burning need to ensure the peace and prosperity of our amazing country. I’m proud to have … Continue reading

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UTUBE MEETS PHOTOSHOP AND WE WIN

This is priceless. If Kiedove is going to jump in with a political theme, I promise I will only offer suitable entertainment that is G-rated to counterbalance her thrust. Imagine the effort involved to create this and you have to compliment … Continue reading

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SPRING HATH SPRUNG

Cupcake and I only get to enjoy this visual once a year. Almost from the beginning, the petals begin to fall and the whole effect is lost within ten days. But oh Lordy what a gorgeous ten days. I think … Continue reading

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TOP-SHEETING HITS QTC ON AO CLAIMS

Great. Just what we needed when Vietnam Vets are falling like flies. This is akin to hurry up and pre-deny boots on the ground folks-not to mention Korea/Anderson Is. and any bases stateside. It never ceases to amaze me what … Continue reading

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ILP–GREENHOUSE COERCION TECHNIQUES

So I’m sitting around the barn swamping a stall and I’m thinking to myself “I wonder when them ol’ boys are gonna see fit to come on over and hook me up with a greenhouse.” Hell, I’ve already committed to … Continue reading

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