So, thanks for the participation in the discussion about the texts.
I suppose she is having a low grade fit, I'm trying to stay aloof and do my own thing.
The texted an apology
Honey, I apologize for not giving u the answer u wanted
then a few hours later.
Me apologizing was setting a good example,
Ummm, whatever, I tried to stay out of it.
I got some wonderful news from the VA today. I've filed three claims with them and on the first two they basically said that carpal tunnel syndrome (which I initially reported as parasthesia of both my arms) not only wasn't service connected, but didn't exist. There was a lot about the way they said it in the letter that pissed me off, and they were ignoring tons of evidence I sent in.
Well, this last claim that bumped me up to 100% was started with the goal of "convincing" them of carpal tunnel syndrome. While I was doing the claim there were other issues I "might as well" address. Well, they looked at those other issues first and made me 100% and "deferred" carpal tunnel for further review. I figured I would get punted again for it and that I would just have to accept they didn't believe me/see it, and probably let it drop.
Well, I get a letter today from them saying they have "service connected" me for carpal tunnel in both arms and rated it properly (in my opinion) giving me 10% for each arm.
So, I was really happy about this, it was so nice to have an agency that had repeatedly said (in effect) "no, you are wrong" basically come around and say, "yes, FF you were right after all".
So, I decided to take my good mood and happiness and have a great afternoon and evening, no matter what.
I like to work on my own vehicles, and I'm still learning the junkyards around here (unfortunately its a bit of drive to the any of them). So, I decided to head to one that I haven't been to yet. And, Victory! They had three parts that I've been hunting for a while at really great prices. My smile grows bigger.
Well, I'm now only 20 or so minutes away from a unique convenience store/taco stand. They make really good fried Tacos. My wife introduced me to the place, she went there growing up. So, I head over there. Enjoyed a couple Tacos and sent my wife a text saying not to eat, that I was celebrating a surprise, and for her not to eat (no response to text)
Well, I had an awesome drive on the way back. Very relaxing 50 minute drive. I get home and speak to her a couple of times, no response, as if I don't exist. So, I head off to do my own thing for a bit, mess with truck for a bit. Come back in. She is moving around now, and actually speaks to me. I asked if she got the text and she seemed genuine when she said she was curious and excited.
I present the bag and she correctly guesses (from the smell) that Tacos are inside. Instead of thanks or anything she starts with "so you went to (named the city), started pestering with questions" As I started to speak, she walks away.
Well I pretty much figure she is going to be a pain this evening, so I go get ready to head to gym/swimming. As I passed through the living room while getting ready, she now has TV cranked to an uncomfortable level and a couple kids talking at one time. Complete chaos. I could make out that she was asking me "so, what are we celebrating?" I handed here the letter and kept going.
Well, once I'm ready I invited her to come and got the "what, why, that doesn't make any sense?" (We probably go to the gym 5/7 days per week). I wished her a good night and left. Didn't jade or anything.
Productive workout and swim. I get home, invited her for a walk, she didn't say yes or no but talked about tiredness.
I went and had a good walk, now I am typing here, still smiling.
FF
