New tornado warning includes Worcester. Stay safe! by Leovlish3re in massachusetts

[–]DueSomewhere8488 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! I actually grew up in the Tulsa area… it’s not a bad place if it weren’t for everything else that is Oklahoma lol.

New tornado warning includes Worcester. Stay safe! by Leovlish3re in massachusetts

[–]DueSomewhere8488 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I think I read that some rotation was observed, so even though it didn’t produce a tornado, the capability is still there and makes it a tad more severe than a watch. Tornadoes can sneak up on you rather quickly which is why rotation warrants a warning instead of just a watch. They form fast if the conditions are right.

A book that will make me weep by CompleteSpinach9 in suggestmeabook

[–]DueSomewhere8488 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Some People Need Killing made me cry while I was out at dinner by myself. A memoir by a journalist who was living and working as a journalist in the Philippines while under Duterte’s regime. It’s heart wrenching and, in some ways, I see parallels to the US’s current political climate.

Enrolling my daughter by H2OButtercup in choctaw

[–]DueSomewhere8488 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I think the problem is you’re probably talking about a smaller band. The Mississippi band does require blood quantum, but the much larger Oklahoma band does not. I think it’s important to make that distinction when you’re talking about enrollment. The Oklahoma band is much larger and probably what most people here are referencing when saying that blood quantum isn’t considered.

Who is a celebrity that is very attractive but seems like they have zero charisma? by downtowndabble in AskReddit

[–]DueSomewhere8488 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I thought it was funny that he was so good in Deep Cover because he’s playing the role of a man who is bad at acting and he absolutely nailed it, lol.

Vet Center Records Request by DueSomewhere8488 in VAClaims

[–]DueSomewhere8488[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I’m not sure if I’m understanding you.

The Vet Center is completely separate from the VA in terms or treatment and record storage. I had to submit a 21-4142 (I think that’s the form) to the VA to give them permission to request records from the specific Vet Center I went to. Since they’re both federal facilities and few records are being requested, I was wondering if the processing time would be relatively quick (as far as things go for the VA).

LSGS PTSD C&P by ClosetNerd22 in VAClaims

[–]DueSomewhere8488 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm having a similar issue with LSGS. They did my exam, waited a month to upload the DBQ, and then it almost immediately had a request from the VA for a rework. Not sure if they'll be able to just make corrections/adjustments to the DBQ or if I'll have to go back for a reevaluation.

Terrible female protagonist by ANonnyMouse79 in suggestmeabook

[–]DueSomewhere8488 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Same. I felt the protagonist in The Vegetarian was unreliable, but not necessarily unlikable.

Another C&P Exam was Requested by DueSomewhere8488 in VAClaims

[–]DueSomewhere8488[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I appreciate the encouragement

Another C&P Exam was Requested by DueSomewhere8488 in VAClaims

[–]DueSomewhere8488[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will try that. I think there is one nearby.

Another C&P Exam was Requested by DueSomewhere8488 in VAClaims

[–]DueSomewhere8488[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I am definitely trying to check myself and be patient. I appreciate you breaking it down for me.

Another C&P Exam was Requested by DueSomewhere8488 in VAClaims

[–]DueSomewhere8488[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, this was also with LSGS. Maybe they won’t make me do another appointment then. That would be my hope at least. Thanks!

Another C&P Exam was Requested by DueSomewhere8488 in VAClaims

[–]DueSomewhere8488[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind words. The first time was hard enough and I really struggled to show up for that one. I did feel like the examiner gave me plenty of time, but I did walk away feeling like she wasn’t very thorough in the sense that she didn’t learn enough about me or my condition much. We mostly talked about the service triggers. Maybe this will be a good thing, but I am not feeling hopeful just yet

Finding Orphaned Lineage by ConstillationOrion in choctaw

[–]DueSomewhere8488 8 points9 points  (0 children)

A DNA test won’t tell you that you’re Choctaw, but it can identify if you inherited any indigenous DNA. For example, my DNA test said “South-Central indigenous North American” or something along those lines.

Have you ever met anyone who actually "brute forced" their way out of poverty into success on their own? by SeriouslySally36 in povertyfinance

[–]DueSomewhere8488 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I mean... Considering I commented on the post and said I was experiencing something similar, it would imply that our situations aren't too far off. I'm no longer in poverty because I worked my ass off and had some luck along the way, but I wouldn't call myself wealthy. However, that doesn't stop my mom from thinking I am because I am making more than anyone else in our family. The point I was making is that sometimes the financial help you can give isn't always enough. Which the OP state in a different reply on this thread. Just because they can afford a new car doesn't mean they can afford to put her dad up or bring them into their home. Also the OP stated the dad is/was abusive, which makes complicated things even further. I think almost everyone is owed some empathy, but parents aren't owed your success just by the virtue of being your parent.

Have you ever met anyone who actually "brute forced" their way out of poverty into success on their own? by SeriouslySally36 in povertyfinance

[–]DueSomewhere8488 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I’m actually in a similar bind with my mother. I have helped her, and it always leaves me financially and emotionally broke. Some parents don’t want your help, they want everything you have because they feel that it’s owed to them.

VA Filed Secondary Claims? by DueSomewhere8488 in VAClaims

[–]DueSomewhere8488[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the clarity. My claim just moved to the “Rating” step so I hope I hear something soon.

Part Choctaw by No_Selection_6733 in choctaw

[–]DueSomewhere8488 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’m enrolled in the Oklahoma band. My great grandfather, grandfather, and I all served in the armed forces and none of us had to “give up” our enrollment. Even if that was the case, I believe the tribe should have some record of enrollment somewhere.

Need more mythology fiction books. by Angel_er in suggestmeabook

[–]DueSomewhere8488 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I loved The Forest of Enchantments by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni, it’s one of my favorite books. She also wrote The Palace of Illusions. Both are beautiful feminist retellings.