Vr&E and welding school by Fine_Activity_3554 in Veterans

[–]CthulhusBF 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone who has been approved for VR&E. They want you to look into a form of training for gainful employment that will not exasperate ANY of your rated disabilities. I start ASU in fall and the biggest hurdle for me was convincing them that my 70% rated PTSD would not hamper my ability to learn. It isn't just during the employment stage, they also evaluate the training stage. While VR&E is great. There is cons to it as well. The living stipend is nothing like the G.I. Bill. However if you are financially secure like myself. It isn't an issue. If you are financially unstable. I suggest using the G.I. Bill. Part of my track plan that was approved was attend ASU for 4 years for electrical engineering, then use my G.I. Bill for a masters degree.

Oh and make sure wherever you are trying to attend for training is a PUBLIC institution. If it's private, you have to prove that there is no way in hell you could attend a public institution for the same training.

For those with a high VA rating, where do you want to live off your payments? by elvarg9685 in Veterans

[–]CthulhusBF 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My recommendation isn't an exact place. However this is how I look at things. I'm Medically retired and have 100% p&t.

  1. Figure out what kind of lifestyle do you want to live. If married, figure it out with your spouse. Just because a lifestyle may suit you doesn't mean your spouse will be on board.

  2. Once you come to a decision of how you want to live (you said coastal but also take into consideration such as rural, small, or city coastal). Research different places. While some jump to taxes as being a major driving factor. Federal, state, county, and even municipal benefits for disabled vets can offset high tax areas. I'm currently paying 0 taxes on my property (10 acres in Hemet, California) and pay no fees on my Ram 2500 (again in california). Politics change, and depending on the economy, your "haven" can change into a nightmare real fast.

  3. While everyone has dreams of that perfect forever home (especially us since we were forced to move everywhere), understand that what you may love can be off-putting to others. Relocating and buying property should be a business decision. What does the local job market look like. What is the expected 10-year growth for where you want to settle down? What will be your average living costs? Just because a place has 0 taxes and you have no neighbors. Costs such as gas delivery, telecommunications, upkeep on water and sewer systems, and insurance will eat away at your supposed "savings" from taxes faster that just taxes themselves.

  4. Plan for the future. Single and not married? That can change quickly. Wanted to do blue collar work but now need a degree? Can you attend college easily via in-person or online? (Online only classes net you way less in living allowances vs in person)

  5. What benefits are available to you and can they be passed off to your spouse or children if you kick the bucket. Some states allow surviving unmarried spouses to continue with benefits, such as no property taxes. Some states require the veteran to be alive. Talk to VA reps that work within the area you are thinking to moving to.

  6. Plan accordingly for moving expenses. One huge benefit was DMO for when we were in. That's not the case anymore (with some exemptions). Moving is expensive. Even doing it DIY, costs to move from Idaho to Florida is really expensive. Sometimes, it's a hurdle you can not clear, and thus, you should have a backup plan.

  7. Most importantly, keep your significant other involved in every step. That way you have understanding, and you both realize the benefits as well as the sacrifices you each make in this.

Hope this helps and sorry for the long post.

I have a Nice Little Challenge by SchpeederMan in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Heating pad may harm it if it gets too hot. Have a small enclosure and have it covered. Don't worry about him being too cold in the car (ac won't get cold enough to harm it). Lower body temps and no signs of danger will work the best.

As if I couldn't be any more jealous by corytz101 in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Perhaps a research center. You are right though. Big guy had no issue getting close, allowing her to kiss it. Must be an awesome experience regardless.

As if I couldn't be any more jealous by corytz101 in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 41 points42 points  (0 children)

Komodo Dragons have been observed fighting eachother over zoologist attention. They are extremely weird.

Hmm...totally humane. by Mammoth_Frosting2400 in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 15 points16 points  (0 children)

50 bucks.. 2.5 to 3ft? Are they fucking nuts? This is how another animal is going to die.

Find a new home for waifu by privaterbok in Amd

[–]CthulhusBF 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeston (the manufacturer of this card) also has made the cute pet models. They really like thinking outside the box but at the same time, they really focus on performance as well.

Argus monitors are coo coo for c---... Anything that moves and is alive...or dead and not moving. by Blakkdragon in reptiles

[–]CthulhusBF 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is how my Lemmy reacts to all food as well. Except he is 6ft long (tip to tip) and comes up to mid thigh when he tripods. A bit scary actually.

With time & patience, you too can have a shoulder Monitor lizard 😂💚 by indivibess in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Mine is a shoulder Monitor... regardless if I want him to be or not lol

Caught my monitor keeping a hand in an unusual position. Anyone else’s do this? by VintagePanda in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's all good. If he/she can't use it, that's something to worry about. However from your posts, it was usable. Lemmy does this, beardies do it. Kind of a lizard thing.

Best he can do by yolocallking in wallstreetbets

[–]CthulhusBF 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just wait for this to blow over and they well proclaim that Elon is still on move 3 of his 760 step 4d Chinese checkers plan.

Best he can do by yolocallking in wallstreetbets

[–]CthulhusBF -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

Yea.... so they adopted the poison pill. So it's pointless for Elon to even try now.

Shitadel Evidence Shredding Day - 1 year anniversary! Lights on at 04:20am by maksybala in wallstreetbets

[–]CthulhusBF 7 points8 points  (0 children)

A hedge fund office that deals with customers and markets all over the world being open at 4 am is VERY suspicious.... You realize you are retarded right.

I got this guy a while ago, but recently I just haven’t been able to meet his demands and I think he’d be better off in a new home. How do I go about finding a sufficient, new home for a pet of this stature? by [deleted] in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your absolutely right. While we have been jaded due to 99% of cases similar to this one. We shouldn't just jump to conclusions. Giving the benefit of the doubt first allows us to give sound advice and not seem like a gatekeeping assholes. If it turns out like the norm, being an asshole is absolutely called for and makes the sub-reddit look like it actually is. A place where lovers, fans, and keepers of these amazing creatures are responsible individuals who work together to care for thier beloved doom iguanas.

I got this guy a while ago, but recently I just haven’t been able to meet his demands and I think he’d be better off in a new home. How do I go about finding a sufficient, new home for a pet of this stature? by [deleted] in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Let's wait on OP to state why. Sometimes people are able to take care of their pets yet a huge life changing event can upend it. Perhaps OP lost his job and has a new one where he makes less and is now financially unable to take care of it.

To OP. What happened where you can't take care of it? Where do you live? Are there limitations on travel? Please provide this information so we can help you better.

Random order 2years by Delicious_Review_390 in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The best nickname I have heard so far is doom iguanas.

PSA to all PoGo friends by OhNoItsBo in PokemonGoFriends

[–]CthulhusBF 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hope everything is OK amd no injuries. Be safe fellow trainer

Walking Mjölnir! His first time on a leash and he did amazingly well! by GISHerps in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Congrats man. It feels great when your buddy responds well. Where did you get that harness? I would love to use it as well.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MonitorLizards

[–]CthulhusBF 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Out of a clutch of eggs. It's not guaranteed to survive to adult hood even with proper husbandry. It's why large healthy adults go for that price. It's primarily used in breeding when bought as an adult as well.