Tag Archives: Veterans Humor

CVN 65–LISTEN TO THE STORY ‘BOUT A MAN NAMED STEVE

Naw. Steve wasn’t from Bugtussle. He was from Pennsylvania for what it’s worth. What’s important is he raised his right hand and signed on for 4 years as a Squid. Now why anyone would voluntarily submit to a vow of … Continue reading

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LZ CORK–TIDYING UP LOOSE ENDS

I reckon if you query any seasoned VA litigator, especially the folks down in the trenches who do this 24/7/365, you’ll find consensus among them that the VA’s ability to get their underwear on facing the right way when they … Continue reading

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AN AUTOROTATION THANKSGIVING

In between our busy times in Southeast Asia revoking dinks’ subscriptions to Life, occasional macabre humor and happy hour camaraderie surfaced. Being up country brought out some interesting stories you rarely got to hear about from some of its colorful … Continue reading

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OUR POTENTIAL NEW VA SECRETARY DOUG COLLINS

I find it interesting that every time we go through the machinations of installing a new VA Secretary, that all manner of trepidation and fear race through the minds of the Veterans’ population. Well, perhaps the minds of those who … Continue reading

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VETERANS DAY 2024–SOSDD?

So… here we are in 2024. A whole year has gone by and some amazing occurrences have transpired. Or not, depending on your philosophies. Without trespassing into the forbidden subjects of religion or politics, I’ll try to illuminate where we … Continue reading

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VA AID & ATTENDANCE–RAISING THE ANTE

Ever since Congress instituted this statute (§1114 now but §314) back in the waning days of WW II, it has remained a mystery to most. VSOs are neither taught the art nor allowed to even acknowledge its very existence. I … Continue reading

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BVA–OSA-25 OR 6 TO 4

This is an outlier for me. I normally don’t dabble in OSA claims but Carey is a son of a dear friend, as is his brother Brandon, both of whom I represent. So, if you’re gonna play VA poker against … Continue reading

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VETERANS ARE LOSERS AND SUCKERS?

I know. All the Karen’s will come out from under their rocks and tell us this is untrue. But it isn’t. It’s very easy to verify it happened. Without beating a dead horse, elections do matter. Be sure to exercise … Continue reading

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EXPOSED VET RADIO SHOW 10/10

John, Ray and I have a great show lined up for you folks on the Independent Living Program (VR&E ILP) or what’s left of it in this day and age. I look forward to delivering the new details on my … Continue reading

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ELECTION 2024–TAKING AMERICA’S PULSE

In the sixteen years I’ve been writing this blog, I’ve witnessed America seemingly go off the rails. As I abhor religion and politics on this site, I have studiously avoided it for a reason and strive to concentrate exclusively on … Continue reading

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