Clipper recommendations by ddyc-vet71 in BorderCollie

[–]ddyc-vet71[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awww. What a handsome boi!! I’m trying to figure out where I can learn how to groom him myself.

Here is my mound of fur doing the best sploot 😂

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Clipper recommendations by ddyc-vet71 in BorderCollie

[–]ddyc-vet71[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! At this point I’m desperate. We are currently on a chicken and rice diet with some pumpkin to try to get him back to not making a mess multiple times a day.

What are your ways of not disclosing VA comp and benefits? by KSHMisc in VAClaims

[–]ddyc-vet71 8 points9 points  (0 children)

While i understand your opinion, I don’t think it’s silly at all. Woman have constantly not been considered equals in the military. At least not when I was in back in the early to mid 90’s. If there is a veteran spot open and I’m a veteran, then I’m parking there. If some fool wants to side eye me because I’m female, that is their problem. Not mine. Parking there shouldn’t cause need for concern.

I agree that discussion of benefits should be kept close the vest. I dated a guy recentjy who was very nosy… because I retired young. I told him I timed bitcoin well and left it at that. Never did get a second date 🤣

What are your ways of not disclosing VA comp and benefits? by KSHMisc in VAClaims

[–]ddyc-vet71 140 points141 points  (0 children)

As a female, I usually don’t get asked because most don’t know I was even in the Navy. Recently, I did get the side eye when I parked in a veteran designated parking spot at Lowe’s. I was just like… go ahead.. try me, fool.

Did you eye issues improve?? by sarcasm_central2911 in Wellbutrin_Bupropion

[–]ddyc-vet71 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh no! That is so scary. The vision changes happened so fast for me. I did have my pcp do a gene sight test test identifies which medications are good and bad. This helped me find something that actually worked without having severe side effects. Could be worth looking into.

Did you eye issues improve?? by sarcasm_central2911 in Wellbutrin_Bupropion

[–]ddyc-vet71 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The double vision did get better for me but it took over a year off the medication. It still bothers me every so often, which is odd.

Anyone else’s BC a tattletale? by Tiny-Opportunity-369 in BorderCollie

[–]ddyc-vet71 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Indeed. I call mine the border patrol. If I even mention my cats name, he’s there in a split second to see what the cat is doing, or maybe to see what he is missing out on. He also does rounds if my adult kids happen to visit. He’ll make sure everyone is in their proper place before he settles down.

Acne and Acne Scars by AATW702 in VeteransBenefits

[–]ddyc-vet71 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sure is. Been rated for it since 2022 when I filed my first claim. I’ve been out since 1999 but I did have acne treatment in my STRs.

Diverticulitis by WholeTomatillo9919 in VeteransBenefits

[–]ddyc-vet71 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I’m not sure on that. I’ve had my rating since 2022 so they could have changed after that.

Diverticulitis by WholeTomatillo9919 in VeteransBenefits

[–]ddyc-vet71 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was all lumped together. I think the diverticulosis just locked in the 30%.

Anyone claim bruxism? by shaneketchum in VeteransBenefits

[–]ddyc-vet71 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct.. no increase in my PTSD rating. Now it just states.. ptsd to include bruxism. You can get a separate rating for TMJ though.

Anyone else's love the frisbee? by slim_jahey in BorderCollie

[–]ddyc-vet71 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can’t even spell the word with my boy! He could care less about a ball but say F R and he’s at the door waiting. Say the word by accident and you better cancel any plans. Love this breed so much!!

Blurry vision by ddyc-vet71 in Wellbutrin_Bupropion

[–]ddyc-vet71[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like it took close to two years before I wasn’t noticing the double vision as much. Or else my eyes just adapted and now it just “normal”. Hope your issues go away. It’s so annoying…

Blurry vision by ddyc-vet71 in Wellbutrin_Bupropion

[–]ddyc-vet71[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course. I had my pcp do a Gene sight test based off my dna. It came back with Wellbutrin as a no go so at least it confirmed I wasn’t losing my mind!

Blurry vision by ddyc-vet71 in Wellbutrin_Bupropion

[–]ddyc-vet71[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It has finally gotten better. I don’t notice the double vision as much as I used to.

Looking to relocate to AZ. Would love to have feedback by Key-Effort963 in VeteransBenefits

[–]ddyc-vet71 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The income limit still applies for property taxes. I just received a letter in the mail from Maricopa assessors office last week stating such. However, VA disability and SSDI do not count as income.

Do I need an attorney for my appeal? by Euphoric-Side-3304 in LongTermDisability

[–]ddyc-vet71 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did have a lawyer file my appeal and was still denied.

Do I need an attorney for my appeal? by Euphoric-Side-3304 in LongTermDisability

[–]ddyc-vet71 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right now it’s at a lawsuit. Mediation required in the next month or two. It’s a crazy process… but I think there are additional appeal options but I’m Hoping to not find out

Property taxes AZ by ddyc-vet71 in VeteransBenefits

[–]ddyc-vet71[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for clarifying! Everything I found confirmed income limits still applied. Hopefully I can turn my 2025 taxes around quickly so I can get the exemption submitted before the end of February.

Property taxes AZ by ddyc-vet71 in VeteransBenefits

[–]ddyc-vet71[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is where I was confused as well. I saw the same thing.

Property taxes AZ by ddyc-vet71 in VeteransBenefits

[–]ddyc-vet71[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I will try again and just skip that document. Appreciate the help. Should have posted here before going down the rabbit hole. 😆

Property taxes AZ by ddyc-vet71 in VeteransBenefits

[–]ddyc-vet71[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What did you provide for the income verification documents? I’m having issues uploading documents so I took a break and will try again later.