The Broken Soldier

I usually don’t write when there’s nothing new to write about. It’s been a few days, so I figured why not?

I’m still in terrible pain. I still have difficulty walking. TriCare is still sending me bills for medical care they’ve authorized. I still haven’t received a neurosurgery consultation. I still haven’t received an explanation of prescription benefits. I still have only been approved for one month of incapacitation pay. My wife, my friends, and I are moving forward with our plans to hold a press conference with other injured service members. We’re still working congressional staffers. The Army and Guard continue to deny wrongdoing, clinging to the idea that no paperwork is a good justification for crippling, drug-addicting, and financially ruining me. Nothing has changed.