Check out Michael R. del Sarto. His first post caught my eye because it was just so charming and sweet. As we've discussed, the ones who write well often get more requests, so I didn't request him (plus I was kind of over my spending limit).

Today he apologizes for not updating and shares that they lost a guy. This second post is not nearly as eloquent as the first, but  in a way it is more eloquent because you can feel his fatigue and sadness in every word. I look at his typos and want to cry. He sounds like such a nice guy.

This one really makes me think about how inadequate anything I might say or send must be. 

Pam 

 

 

You're right Pamela,

That post makes me want to fill up a big box with sox, gloves, blankets, cocoa, coffee and a hug. Even though he's had 47 requests, he and his platoon are in a remote location and probably can use everything they get.

I like it when people point out particularly poignant posts (how's that for alliterative?) for those days when I don't have time to read them all.

 Thank you.
 

Pamela,

Thank you for pointing this posting out. I have not had the time to read as much as I used to lately. I can come on read a few and post a bit in the forum but havent been able to do it like I used to due to working etc. Seems to me the 173rd has had a real rough time of it for the past few months as I have seen several from there that have been lost. He's been requested 48 times as of 530 am this morning I have cocoa and cider and cups and coffee and creamer etc here in my "military px" I also have a few pair of gloves and hand warmers and all of that has just found a new home! I will be going out to walmart as soon as they open and buy some socks, and I happen to have 10 gillette fusion razors that just found a new home too Once again thank you for posting this to catch my eye.

Diana

I sent two packages in Sept. to Michael Del Sarto and Robert Howard who both had the exact same address.  Robert Howard has since disappeared from the list for not reporting.  I sent 8 beenie hats, toothpaste, brushes, wet wipes, frisbee, hot chocolate, coffee, creamer, oatmeal packets.  I have not heard from either soldier but thought this post would save duplications for those that want to send.

Lani

 

Correction.  I just saw that Robert L Howard posted yesterday so he is back on the list.  Both of these guys are in the same unit of 8 people.

I have 8 beanie caps and 8 fleece throws and some cocoa to send them. I just have to get the money to send the boxes. I really overspent. I will get them mailed in the next few days so just wanted to let everyone know what I am sending. I'm sure duplicates might be ok since they are going to be there a while longer and maybe things wear out or get lost. Karen

Just an FYI......I already sent them. I added some playing cards and a letter too.