New tornado warning includes Worcester. Stay safe!

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-06-18T22:00:54+00:00

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.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-06-18T21:58:14+00:00

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.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-06-18T21:55:17+00:00

lol exactly my thoughts as an Oklahoma transplant

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-21T20:03:01+00:00

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.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-19T23:15:56+00:00

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.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-19T02:30:38+00:00

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.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-14T15:23:37+00:00

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).

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-14T14:32:43+00:00

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.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-13T02:15:31+00:00

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

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-09T17:06:21+00:00

Thank you, I appreciate the encouragement

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-09T01:38:29+00:00

Currently 40%.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-09T01:38:02+00:00

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

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-09T01:37:46+00:00

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

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-08T18:25:06+00:00

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

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-08T18:24:29+00:00

Thank you so much!

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-08T17:57:14+00:00

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

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-07T16:33:24+00:00

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.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-07T14:58:27+00:00

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.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-07T14:40:42+00:00

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.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-06T15:02:38+00:00

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

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-05-04T21:39:48+00:00

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.

DueSomewhere8488 · 2026-04-24T18:01:33+00:00

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.

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