[Willow]

I've been trying for over 3 years, I've been denied 3 times. It's been over six months now and am waiting to hear how this appeal goes, this last time I had to go before a "Judge" and yes he tried to trip me up and took stuff I said the wrong way. like "do you drive?' Yes I drive. He cut me off and went to the next question. I didnt get the chance until the appeal to say "Only in emergencys because of my hypervigilence I cant stay focused on the road and swerve and go through red lights. Besides that I cant even leave my house to GET INTO my car" They even had one of their people sit there and listen and then say no I do not think she is able to do gainful work. I was still denied. Lawyer said this is the last time I can appeal, next I will have to start all over again with a whole new claim. I've got two heart problems, and PTSD. My Doc's take my side and I've seen that they dont think I can work. But the SSA Doc says I can. It's funny how they want to hear from your Doc's but they dont take their word for it. What jerks. I understand there are those who just want the scam the system and freeload but it makes it so damn hard for those who really do need it.

Yes they try to screw with you, dont give up, keep appealing, and definately need a lawyer. I'm going to keep at it until they are sick of me. *sigh* Good luck everyone.