I was reading your post and wanted to try and give you some encouragement. I had to fight for 3 years I was turned down at application, reconsideration and then waited over a year and a half to get a hearing with judge. I had my hearing yesterday it was fully favorable and the judge awarded me back to original filing feb of 05. The Judge gave a bench decision and I didn't even have to testify my attorney met with the judge for about 5 minutes and then he came out and told me I had won fully favorable back to original date. I prayed and prayed everyday and night. My husband and I lost everything I had no hope. What I wanted to tell you is never give up you have to stay strong and make sure you have all your records. I will be praying for you and if I can help in anyway please feel free to send me an e-mail or PM anytime.

Beverley