Hey Matt

 I will try to get those coolties and water balloons and body wash (I have a lot) out to you next week. I have some mach 3 stuff but I think I only have 4- I don't want you all fighting over it  lol.. anyway I have those items here and would like to get them out to you.

And same offer is from me for your wife , you and your son-- whatever you want to see or know about Raleigh, let me know.. we can help you out! My girls are my active helpers : 9 and 5. so don't be surprised if you get a picture in your box too:)

stay safe over there!

Tell everyone how much we love all of you and stand behind you 110%!

God bless all of you

Lynn

thanks for pointing it out!

I will get a card in his package and address the envelope to him..

thanks

Lynn

Hi Matt!

  Thank you for giving us a soldier's perspective on things in your thoughtful and well-written posts! We are all grateful for your service and patriotism, especially when you have a young family here at home.

 I heard through the grapevine that you have a birthday coming up soon! Is there anything special that I can send to make it a better day for you? Please PM or email me!!!    libral40@aol.com

Thank you!  Take care and BE SAFE!!!

I just sent a little surprise for Matt.

Matt

I got your package out last week..  I think las Wednesday? However, I am such an idiot.. I forgot to include your card!! So, please forgive me-- my wishes for a Happy Birthday on the 23rd are nothing short of VERY STRONG though!!

take care

Lynn

In the past week or two, I have had an influx of a great amount of packages, which is nonetheless breathtaking.

 It is hard to say "Thank You" to all of you for what you do without using those exact words.  Spending so many hours of your days and weeks with us always on your mind I really can't imagine, but I know my family is always on mine and every other soldiers here, so we might have a small idea :) We believe that saying just a "thank you" isn't good enough.  While we may be over here doing our jobs, always know that you are the hearts of us and YOU are what keep them beating throughout the days and nights...

 I really can't find any other words to express what I feel and what goes through my mind when I think of you all, I think that is all that can be said.

In the past week or two, we have had an influx of a great amount of packages, which is nonetheless breathtaking.

 It is hard to say "Thank You" to all of you for what you do without using those exact words.  Spending so many hours of your days and weeks with us always on your mind I really can't imagine, but I know my family is always on mine and every other soldiers here, so we might have a small idea :) We believe that saying just a "thank you" isn't good enough.  While we may be over here doing our jobs, always know that you are the hearts of us and YOU are what keep them beating throughout the days and nights...

 I really can't find any other words to express what I feel and what goes through my mind when I think of you all, I think that is all that can be said.

Hey Matt

When willl you and all those who serve realize you aren't supposed to thank us?!

It is our HONOR, and our way to give back by helping support as many as we can. As you have learned, we wish we could take care of every single person. So, if you want to thank us-- then focus on your jobs at hand, kick some serious butt, and come home SAFELY to this great land which you defend and enjoy your families.. THAT is the perfect thank you...

We love helping you all as much as possible.. we can only pray for your safety and pray your familes are well too.

 We love you guys!! 

Lynn

Happy Birthday, Matt!!!

I hope your 23rd year is the best one yet!

Bonnie

I just received word that no more packages can be received after September 4th and it takes about a week and a half, at most, for them to arrive.

I will leave it up to you all to make good judgement on when to send them last, just know that I do not know what will happen if one was to arrive here after that date :)

I thank you all for everything you have sent, as well does every soldier here.

I will give you all an update when I receive an update on the volunteer deployment and whether or not I will be going.

I was just informed that I will not be able to go on the deployment that I volunteered for.  Long story, but that is the end result :)  So I can go home to my wife and son, who I am watching on webcam right now :D

Hi Matt,

It's great news you get to go home.  I am happy for you.  Kids grow up all to fast.  Go home to your family and enjoy!!

I hope you will still post on the forum.  You have been a great asset, and I have enjoyed your posts.

 Rosemary

Brooklyn Born,

You see it the same as I do with my Marine son.  More packages than anyone,  just an opportunity to tell him how much we love him.

Hi Matt, can't say I'm sorry you didn't get the new deployment (well maybe a tiny bit if you really wanted it), and your wife is probably dancing with that sweet baby.  They grow so fast I'm glad you will be there to watch him.  It's always great when one of our heroes comes to the forum, it really means a lot to us to hear from you and know how you're doing.  Hope you will find a minute now and then after your return home to keep us updated.  You, and all your buddies remain in our prayers.

Anita