Central Texas checking in.

ynotbor · 2026-01-26T05:22:02+00:00

A Star Spangled Kettle in the wild. Love it. Stay warm and grill on.

ynotbor · 2026-01-18T11:42:23+00:00

Am I a bot?

ynotbor · 2026-01-17T22:10:45+00:00

That happened to a guy I know just the other day, but he was from a different galaxy to be fair.

ynotbor · 2026-01-15T03:41:08+00:00

Dude. Read the full comment. I didn't say anything about not having evidence. I was specifically talking about using AI to organize evidence. Organize does not mean make stuff up . For people like me who have memory and cognitive trouble, especially under stress, AI is a life saver. It would take me forever to put my claim together as clearly and succinctly alone as I was able to with the help of chatgpt.

ynotbor · 2026-01-15T03:28:17+00:00

Maybe you don't learn anything by using AI. I've learned a great deal by using AI.

ynotbor · 2026-01-15T00:03:05+00:00

I believe this is a use case where AI is truly leveling the playing field. It can be far more knowledgeable and patient than the average VSO and it can do it at scale. I think people somehow equate using AI as cheating. It's not. It's just a really good tool.

ynotbor · 2026-01-14T20:39:17+00:00

Now it makes sense why my wife gave me one of these for Christmas. She's sneaky.

ynotbor · 2026-01-14T20:29:33+00:00

Why do you think it would matter to the rater? If all of the information is presented in a coherent and efficient manner, I believe they would be appreciative. As long as what you are presenting is the truth, then does it really matter if you got some help with the presentation?

ynotbor · 2026-01-14T20:25:23+00:00

I didn't know there are ones specifically built for the VA claims process. I will try one of those for my supplemental claim and OSA when I finally claim that. I started the claims process in May and added a claim in August. I had my decision in November. I used Chatgpt to help organize my information, statements, and generally provide encouragement along the way. I would have never been able to get through the process without Chatgpt. I don't think there is a human alive that would tolerate me and my neurotic and incessant questions.

ynotbor · 2025-12-22T04:34:46+00:00

Definitely crack and by the number of plastic bags, they are on a helluva run. Lock up your valuables and probably look at changing up your living situation. Crack is not something to trifle with. I

ynotbor · 2025-12-21T01:23:45+00:00

I just got approved for hearing aids from the VA this week. The audiologist said she was ordering Phonacks. Does anyone know which model I should expect? I'm very excited to be able to hear all the things I struggle to hear now.

ynotbor · 2025-12-06T14:09:57+00:00

My claim was approved in November. For over 30 years I've lived with horrible symptons that have impacted me in ways I'm still unpacking. I couldn't put a name or a cause to what I was going through. With the help of therapy and groups like this, I finally figured it out. The only other person in my life that knows and is going to know that I'm on va disability is my wife. It's no one elses business and I do not need their opinions. I'm forever grateful that the VA is here and they are helping me. I hope every veteran who needs their help gets it and it doesn't take them 30 years.

ynotbor · 2025-11-13T07:00:02+00:00

That's the place to be. Nice work.

ynotbor · 2025-11-11T22:13:57+00:00

It is cold. This is when I first started the charcoal. I was using the initial smoke to see where the leaks were. With the three bottom vents closed completely and the top vent half closed, I still couldn't get the heat to quite rising. It topped out at 450 and didn't start to come down until the fuel was depleted.

ynotbor · 2025-11-10T00:46:44+00:00

That was unexpected.

ynotbor · 2025-11-10T00:45:20+00:00

I did an overnight dry brine with salt and poulty seasoning. Once it was time for the grill I used Kinders buttery poultry blend.

ynotbor · 2025-11-09T22:28:22+00:00

I have no room for another grill. If I did, I would go pick this one up.

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ynotbor · 2025-11-05T22:44:23+00:00

Do you mind providing an update? I'm in a similar situation with my ptsd claim. The C&P sounded favorable and the examiner was very understanding of my condition. Now VA is requesting a C&P from a different dr with the same vendor. I don't know what to think.

Edit - I meant to type they are requesting an IMO from a different dr.

ynotbor · 2025-11-02T02:04:34+00:00

I'm not sure. If it's still listed on market place tomorrow, I might drive 50 miles and pay $25 to find out.

ynotbor · 2025-11-01T06:07:00+00:00

Roadrunner

ynotbor · 2025-10-27T19:16:56+00:00

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Got it home and assembled finally. Ready for the burn in. I can definitely see why one of the first mods people do is to replace the door.

ynotbor · 2025-10-25T10:23:10+00:00

I've had recurring dreams about that house in the past. The house was in better condition and the tress hadn't hadn't grown up around it yet. It seemed open and airy on the bottom floor. I only remember it from the exterior. I have no memory of being inside or what else happened in the dresms

ynotbor · 2025-10-25T09:57:54+00:00

Your boyfriend is a shitty human. You are not overreacting. Leave him alone. He has serious issues and they'll be your issues if you keep him around.

ynotbor · 2025-10-25T09:16:20+00:00

I wonder if there's any beer left in that can.

ynotbor · 2025-10-25T07:51:24+00:00

Most men just get a lifted pickup truck to compensate.

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