I will first say thank you for telling it the way it is BRONCOVET - i always feel so powerless and at a loss when i talk to anyone at the VA because i never know what to say - for fear of saying something i shouldnt out of anger.
i have had an appeal ongoing for the last 3 yrs - no more exams - no more evidence to submit - nothing yet i still wait...ive done everything they asked...."Delay is the deadliest form of denial"

God bless you and especially your dad , i wish there were words to express to you my deepest sorrow, i know your dad is very proud of you, i know i would be , to have a son like you.Your passion for him clearly showed.