Got a bad letter today

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sat May 28, 2011 12:25 pm

Boys if ya can keep me in your prayers i`d appreciate it, i`ve been sick since i was in the service and have a claim going. Got a letter from the DAV today saying, denied, denied, denied ,denied, denied.
I`m tired.

RIHMFIRE · Post by **RIHMFIRE** » Sat May 28, 2011 12:56 pm

PRAYER SENT....

Nath · Post by **Nath** » Sat May 28, 2011 12:59 pm

Sincere best wishes to ya Pitchy.

Nath.

.45colt · Post by **.45colt** » Sat May 28, 2011 1:03 pm

Prayers Sent Pitchy,also to Keep You Strong.

olyinaz · Post by **olyinaz** » Sat May 28, 2011 1:23 pm

Very sorry to hear. Hang in there brother.

Oly

Blaine · Post by **Blaine** » Sat May 28, 2011 1:35 pm

GET A ROPE

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sat May 28, 2011 2:13 pm

Thanks guys, this country don`t care about us old vets.

I`m feeling i don`t fit in anywhere, here either.

I don`t know what to say anymore, seems i stick my foot in my mouth while all i`m doing is joking around.
Bad day, bad day.

J Miller · Post by **J Miller** » Sat May 28, 2011 3:56 pm

My MD's say I should be on disability due to my back. But I don't qualify. Will have to retain a lawyer to do what the DRs say I should do.

You are right, the govt, and most of the bureaucrats in this country don't care. Kick back, regroup, and get a lawyer if you have to.

Joe

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sat May 28, 2011 4:12 pm

Thanks for caring guys, have the DAV working on it so i`ll appeal and push on.
Just getting soooo tired of all the BS.

Post by **Old Savage** » Sat May 28, 2011 4:16 pm

Have a friend that had a claim from WWII and just got it settled about 10 years ago. Try to hang in there.

gamekeeper · Post by **gamekeeper** » Sat May 28, 2011 4:28 pm

Prayers sent for a successful conclusion. Keep at 'em.

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sat May 28, 2011 4:43 pm

Satan can`t steal our salvation but he`s good at making your life miserable so your worthless to God.
Joe sent me a nice story which helped, thanks Joe and everyone.

An elderly Chinese woman had two large pots, each hung on the ends of a pole which she carried across her neck. One of the pots had a crack in it while the other pot was perfect and always delivered a full portion of water. At the end of the long walks from the stream to the house, the cracked pot arrived only half full. For a full two years this went on daily, with the woman bringing home only one and a half pots of water.

Of course, the perfect pot was proud of its accomplishments. But the poor cracked pot was ashamed of its own imperfection, and miserable that it could only do half of what it had been made to do.

After two years of what it perceived to be bitter failure, it spoke to the woman one day by the stream. 'I am ashamed of myself, because this crack in my side causes water to leak out all the way back to your house.'

The old woman smiled, 'Did you notice that there are flowers on your side of the path, but not on the other pot's side?' 'That's because I have always known about your flaw, so I planted flower seeds on your side of the path, and every day while we walk back, you water them.' For two years I have been able to pick these beautiful flowers to decorate the table. Without you being just the way you are, there would not be this beauty to grace the house.'

Each of us has our own unique flaw. But it's the cracks and flaws we each have that make our lives together so very interesting and rewarding. You've just got to take each person for what they are and look for the good in them.

SO, to all of my crack-pot friends, have a great day and remember to smell the flowers on your side of the path

Griff · Post by **Griff** » Sat May 28, 2011 4:52 pm

Pitchy wrote:An elderly Chinese woman had two large pots, each hung on the ends of a pole which she carried across her neck. One of the pots had a crack in it while the other pot was perfect and always delivered a full portion of water. At the end of the long walks from the stream to the house, the cracked pot arrived only half full. For a full two years this went on daily, with the woman bringing home only one and a half pots of water.

Of course, the perfect pot was proud of its accomplishments. But the poor cracked pot was ashamed of its own imperfection, and miserable that it could only do half of what it had been made to do.

After two years of what it perceived to be bitter failure, it spoke to the woman one day by the stream. 'I am ashamed of myself, because this crack in my side causes water to leak out all the way back to your house.'

The old woman smiled, 'Did you notice that there are flowers on your side of the path, but not on the other pot's side?' 'That's because I have always known about your flaw, so I planted flower seeds on your side of the path, and every day while we walk back, you water them.' For two years I have been able to pick these beautiful flowers to decorate the table. Without you being just the way you are, there would not be this beauty to grace the house.'

Each of us has our own unique flaw. But it's the cracks and flaws we each have that make our lives together so very interesting and rewarding. You've just got to take each person for what they are and look for the good in them.

SO, to all of my crack-pot friends, have a great day and remember to smell the flowers on your side of the path

Well said.

Ironwood · Post by **Ironwood** » Sat May 28, 2011 5:14 pm

Lenn, I'm sorry to hear about the VA turning down your disability claim. Jeanne and I will continue to keep the three of you in our thoughts and prayers.

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sat May 28, 2011 5:14 pm

Just in case there`s some AF guys here i`m going to throw this out there, if anyone has a copy of the order that came down in the 70s saying to quit standing in front of the F4 Phantoms when launching because your getting bombarded with radiation, microwaves or what ever they were concerned about please let me know.
Thanks.

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sat May 28, 2011 5:16 pm

Ironwood wrote:Lenn, I'm sorry to hear about the VA turning down your disability claim. Jeanne and I will continue to keep the three of you in our thoughts and prayers.

Thanks Gene and appreciate the prayers need em.
We are praying and thinking about you guys also.

Hungarian · Post by **Hungarian** » Sat May 28, 2011 6:39 pm

Sorry to here that Pitchy. Is there a veteran advocate group that can help you? Try writing a letter to your congressman explaining your situation, it might be a longshot but I have heard congressmen helping vets before by getting the wheels turning.

And thanks for your service to "our" country. The good ol USA.

pokey · Post by **pokey** » Sat May 28, 2011 6:55 pm

Pitchy wrote:it's the cracks and flaws that make our lives interesting

my life must be really "interesting" then.

as for not fitting in here, you better go back and read your old posts, and the replies.
most saying "i wanna live at pitchy's house". you fit pretty darn well if you ask me.

oh i almost forgot,,,,,BECAUSE I CAN.

rodeo kid · Post by **rodeo kid** » Sat May 28, 2011 7:15 pm

Pitchy, find the best lawyer you can. God bless.

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sat May 28, 2011 7:23 pm

I appreciate the friendships here and need them, the only joy i have in my life right now is my guns and fellowship on a couple forums this one included. If i had a place to go and the money i`d give my place away as i have no family that cares and getting surounded by people.
I put on a pretty good face but things are pretty bad around here and have been for a while and i hate the fact that i even have to talk about it.
Depression along with bad health and a broken heart is not a good thing so keep the prayers coming i appreciate them.
I have a lot of faith though it`s tested sometimes but i`m confident that God will get us through all this.
Thanks again and i hope ya can tolerate my moments.

Post by **Chuck 100 yd** » Sat May 28, 2011 7:32 pm

Prayers up friend!

rjohns94 · Post by **rjohns94** » Sat May 28, 2011 7:37 pm

prayers up for sure.

Post by **Ysabel Kid** » Sat May 28, 2011 9:02 pm

Prayers up Pitchy...

Old Ironsights · Post by **Old Ironsights** » Sat May 28, 2011 9:05 pm

Sorry to hear it Pitchy. Of course, I got a 0/0 Medical Discharge, so it's not exactly uncommon, but still...

JerryB · Post by **JerryB** » Sat May 28, 2011 10:41 pm

Prayers said for ya'll Pitchy. My son is having similar problems right now, the Army is going to retire him because of some injuries and he thinks he can't survive as a civilian and raise the kids. God will make away for you too.

Jeff H · Post by **Jeff H** » Sat May 28, 2011 10:59 pm

Hang in there, Pitchy.
When I was "in," I sustained an injury in training that for three years they claimed was non-existent.
One "doctor" asked why I was trying to get out. I wasn't trying to get out - I was trying to get repaired so I could stay IN.
Eventually, a "doctor" decided I had a bad so-and-so ligament and they removed it.
No help whatsoever and any real doctor I have ever seen since asks me why in the world they removed THAT.
This went on for six years with no relief until I saw a real doctor - becase the post I was at was too small to warrant stationing one of theirs there.

The injury was 32 years ago.
TWO years ago I saw a neurosurgeon about a bad disc in my neck.
He asked about any previous neck injuries and I related that tale.
Off to x-ray and back in his offic in fifteen minutes.
He slapped the x-ray on the lighted panel and pointed to my new injury and then showed me the 1979 injury - where I had almost BROKEN MY FREAKIN' NECK!!

The medical mistreatment was the main reason I gave that life up.
I feel badly for vets who still need it - and there are a lot of them out there.

It was part of the deal, dammit!

pwl44m · Post by **pwl44m** » Sat May 28, 2011 11:12 pm

Chin up Pitchy, U R well liked here.
Uncle Sam seems to have forgotten the promises He made when We were either drafted or Joined as far as Our medical goes.
The year I finally decided to sign up for VA medical they closed the Gate .Denied. I might be able to reaply now and get on, it would sure help.
Just remember "He that is in You is Greater than He that is in the World"

KirkD · Post by **KirkD** » Sun May 29, 2011 8:11 am

Very sorry to hear about this, Pitchy. That can be very discouraging. I will be remembering you in my prayers. If you are ever in my neck of the woods, stop over for a coffee or a meal.

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sun May 29, 2011 8:16 am

Thanks Gents, it really does help.

bigbore442001 · Post by **bigbore442001** » Sun May 29, 2011 8:48 am

I am sorry to hear of this situation. It sort of galls me that many people are denied what is due to them for their sacrifice and yet many are given because there is a sense of entitlement. I will pray today for all who are in need.

LeverBob · Post by **LeverBob** » Sun May 29, 2011 11:27 am

I'm having trouble holding my own water myself.

Hang in there Pard, sounds like you need a little more sunshine to take the blues away. Oh...just keep coming here where your true friends are & sooner than later we'll all get to visit one another in due time.

Knee mail sent...

LB

kimwcook · Post by **kimwcook** » Sun May 29, 2011 11:53 am

Sorry to hear about your situation, Pitchy. I'd think, dangerous I know because it's common sense, you should be able to get that memo with a request for public information. I wouldn't think it would still be classified if it ever was.

Praying for you buddy. And, as stated, you're well liked here and I'm proud to call you brother.

ryangrey · Post by **ryangrey** » Sun May 29, 2011 12:58 pm

Pitchy wrote:Thanks guys, this country don`t care about us old vets. Or us young ones. I just dont bother
I`m feeling i don`t fit in anywhere, here either.
I don`t know what to say anymore, seems i stick my foot in my mouth while all i`m doing is joking around.
Bad day, bad day.

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sun May 29, 2011 2:17 pm

kimwcook wrote:Sorry to hear about your situation, Pitchy. I'd think, dangerous I know because it's common sense, you should be able to get that memo with a request for public information. I wouldn't think it would still be classified if it ever was.

Praying for you buddy. And, as stated, you're well liked here and I'm proud to call you brother.

Thanks for the friendship guys.
As soon as i get the official forms from the VA i`m going to get together with the DAV and local VA rep and talk about it.
My whole life has been the hard way but it always works out in the end, must be a learning experiance.

Nath · Post by **Nath** » Sun May 29, 2011 2:36 pm

Pitchy wrote:I appreciate the friendships here and need them, the only joy i have in my life right now is my guns and fellowship on a couple forums this one included. If i had a place to go and the money i`d give my place away as i have no family that cares and getting surounded by people.
I put on a pretty good face but things are pretty bad around here and have been for a while and i hate the fact that i even have to talk about it.
Depression along with bad health and a broken heart is not a good thing so keep the prayers coming i appreciate them.
I have a lot of faith though it`s tested sometimes but i`m confident that God will get us through all this.
Thanks again and i hope ya can tolerate my moments.

Sorry things are in turmoil just now Pitchy. I too got depressed recent, bummer aint' it, hope your broken heart heals soon.
Satan is sad, and what joy it must bring to God to see his inperfect people still praise him.

Best wishes.

Nath.

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sun May 29, 2011 2:39 pm

Nath wrote:
Pitchy wrote:I appreciate the friendships here and need them, the only joy i have in my life right now is my guns and fellowship on a couple forums this one included. If i had a place to go and the money i`d give my place away as i have no family that cares and getting surounded by people.
I put on a pretty good face but things are pretty bad around here and have been for a while and i hate the fact that i even have to talk about it.
Depression along with bad health and a broken heart is not a good thing so keep the prayers coming i appreciate them.
I have a lot of faith though it`s tested sometimes but i`m confident that God will get us through all this.
Thanks again and i hope ya can tolerate my moments.
Sorry things are in turmoil just now Pitchy. I too got depressed recent, bummer aint' it, hope your broken heart heals soon.
Satan is sad, and what joy it must bring to God to see his inperfect people still praise him.

Best wishes.

Nath.

Because i wish i could

now Nath you can, all things are possible with God. but that is cool.

Nath · Post by **Nath** » Sun May 29, 2011 3:20 pm

Pitchy wrote:
Nath wrote:
Pitchy wrote:I appreciate the friendships here and need them, the only joy i have in my life right now is my guns and fellowship on a couple forums this one included. If i had a place to go and the money i`d give my place away as i have no family that cares and getting surounded by people.
I put on a pretty good face but things are pretty bad around here and have been for a while and i hate the fact that i even have to talk about it.
Depression along with bad health and a broken heart is not a good thing so keep the prayers coming i appreciate them.
I have a lot of faith though it`s tested sometimes but i`m confident that God will get us through all this.
Thanks again and i hope ya can tolerate my moments.
Sorry things are in turmoil just now Pitchy. I too got depressed recent, bummer aint' it, hope your broken heart heals soon.
Satan is sad, and what joy it must bring to God to see his inperfect people still praise him.

Best wishes.

Nath.
Because i wish i could now Nath you can, all things are possible with God. but that is cool.

N.

firefuzz · Post by **firefuzz** » Sun May 29, 2011 7:33 pm

It's sometimes easier to say than do but I really hope you hang tough Pitchy. I enjoy your contributions here and hope your road gets easier soon.

Prayers sent.

Rob

O.S.O.K. · Post by **O.S.O.K.** » Sun May 29, 2011 8:44 pm

Prayer up.

Sad that this has to be a "fight". Wrong too.

I think of all of the people in this country taking from the public funds that do not deserve a dime.... makes you mad.

I hope this resolves favorably sooner than later.

Pitchy · Post by **Pitchy** » Sun May 29, 2011 9:03 pm

Thanks guys, feeling better today.
My sacrifice was nothin compared to many others and when i see those that lost limbs or those that died i feel i shouldn`t ask for anything.
All a person can do is what they believe is right in their heart , i wish i hadn`t got that letter on this memorial day weekend because i`d rather salute those that need help more than me than have made this thread.
God Bless everyone that served , suffered or died, and Lord forgive me for asking for anything when i should be asking how can i help someone in more need.
Thanks for your support guys i appreciate it.

RustyJr · Post by **RustyJr** » Sun May 29, 2011 11:36 pm

Your in my thoughts and prayers Pitchy. And thank you and all the rest for your service.

RustyJr

Nath · Post by **Nath** » Mon May 30, 2011 4:23 am

hey, some days are like a rollacoaster, one day we are up and the next we are down, sometimes we feel sick the next we giggle. Just how it is I guess.

N.

Borregos · Post by **Borregos** » Mon May 30, 2011 5:35 am

Hang in there Pitchy.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Rube Burrows · Post by **Rube Burrows** » Mon May 30, 2011 10:54 am

Pitchy wrote:Thanks guys, this country don`t care about us old vets.
I`m feeling i don`t fit in anywhere, here either.
I don`t know what to say anymore, seems i stick my foot in my mouth while all i`m doing is joking around.
Bad day, bad day.

You cant worry about everyone. Sometimes humor is lost in type......or others are having a bad day and just dont get it. Cant make everyone happy.

Sorry about your problems.

Thank you for your service.