OOPs Apologies

 I told you I was confused  

Point me in the right direction...... Cooper CAV   got it

sorry

OH, sweet, sweet Amy!!! 

No worries, no apologies!!   We are all in a constant state of confusion in here!!!!   

We DO need ACU pom poms!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   LOL

Hello to Everyone,

I just received this sad information on one of our soldiers in the Korengal Valley...I send my prayers to his family, and thank them for his brave service to our country.

Tamra

I just received the email too.  My prayers are with all the Blue Spader families.  God Bless you. 

Dianna (Andrew, my son, my hero)

Hi Everyone, I need some help please, talk about confused!  LOL  I know some on here keep good track of what's been sent where,  I want to spread some things around to those that need it most.  So if you would let me know . . .

 Hot Pots 6 -  I was thinking one to each place that doesn't have any, and later I can get more and send a 2nd one to each

Tobacco - Dip - 297 tins -   Who all has been asking  I plan to buy some cigs next week as well

Blankets - 6

Pillow Cases  10

Handwarmers 10 boxes of 40pair

I'll put this on  6/4 CAV   and Beans/Bullets as well.

Thanks for the help, I'm running like a crazy person right now or I would take the time to read thru all the posts, but just can't right now.    Anita.

Anita! Hi :) I'm sure there's multiple guys who would love all you have gathered. OMG what a care package!! I do know Calvert would love some of the dip, can get it passed out on Vegas and Burkey needs blankets. I think everyone could use hot pots and handwarmers! Awesome..

Hugz, Shelly

ps. Since ur headed over there, Concho Moore over on Beans&Bullets also asked for dip!

**My thoughts and prayers go out to SSG Richardson and his family**

Hi, everyone -- here's an updated, expanded list.  I did another search, to include all 1-26 references -- so there are quite a few additional contacts here. 

Your friend in Junkie-dom,
Marilyn

kja:

soldiersdad - thought you'd like to know that I have my flag out all the time as well - it's sort of a "hand-me-down" from my mother and from her father...  He served in Korea (at the end during the restoration process).  When I asked her why she kept her flag out all the time this is what she said...

"We have the flag out all the time... during any of the 'hot wars'...because Dad told us that while the men and women were fighting for our country, it is a 24/7 job... not a 9 to 5...with weekends off. Out of respect for those in the military working the 24/7, he always said it was most important to fly the flag all the time, in times of war, to let the military know they are in our hearts, prayers...24/7 :O)

I think it was his way of 'being there' for his military family/friends, during his life, and when he visited us, and realized we had a flag on the Evans Street house, back when you two were small... he relayed the story above... :0) ..."

Thanks for sharing that wonderful story, and the reminder that during all wars all our warriors ought to be remembered 24/7.  I never cease to be moved, humbled, and grateful for what I learn here on AS.

Nana, I'm not sure if they are in Korengal because they had a strange address, but I sent a box to a Special Operations Task Force the other day and they were asking for dip.  I sent four cans of skoal, but I'm sure they would like more.  They are in Afghanistan and if you would like their name you can e-mail me at adkins1956@bellsouth.net because I'm not comfortable giving their name or address here for security reasons.

Teresa

 WOW Marilyn!

 Would you make my shopping list out for me, and my tax list, and my card list and and.....

 great job!  A swoosh of the Pompoms for you!

I was reading the latest posts from a few of the guys and how cold it is getting there.  Since many are from Ft Hood, it is probably harder on them, since it is usually warm there.  I found a site that I just ordered from.  Seems like some good prices.

 http://www.littlehottieswarmers.com/?Click=2842&gclid=CPHg8P_agZcCFSPyDAodon4gXg

Dianna, Andrew's Mom, sent me this in a private email.  I am guessing that ya'll would like it as well, if you haven't seen it already.  Brought tears to my eyes.

http://www.gratitudecampaign.org/shortmovie.php

Thanks Dianna.

OK, thanks for all the suggestions, got the addresses and have been packing boxes since about 1:30 pm today.  My fingers hurt!!  LOL     Anita

I posted this on the 6/4 and decided to just cut & paste to save time & wear & tear on my fingers & brain.  Hope you don't mind.

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What??  Going to bed so early??  Ladies, really...it's 434am here on the eastcoast...lol.  I conked out on my family around 930 pm during a movie we were all watching, but woke up a little after midnight feeling as wide awake as a tree full of owls!  What better time to compose a letter to a hopeful supporter, right?

I've got a lead on a fairly influential organization in my area that is taking an interest in our boys in the Valley.  I HOPE I've provided them with enough incentive to want to lend a hand.  Frankly, I've been a bit disheartened of late with my community.  Between the hoops I have to jump through with corporate folks, not to mention the incredible dissappointing outcome with the donation containers I placed around town, I've been a bit down.  These folks, though, have lifted my spirits & renewed my energy.  I won't know for a few days to what extent they will be willing to help, but at this point I'll take any and all help I can get.

I'm also looking forward to an expected phone call from a doctor friend of mine.  He's a former Army doctor so he's well versed on the needs.  He's already donated personal cash to sponsor some of the boxes I massed, but now I've put him on the trail of extra medical supplies for Brewer & his guys, as well as for the medics with the 1-26.  Even if they don't need anything at the moment, I have a garage...I can keep things in stock.  I'd rather have too much than not enough, ya know?

I did finally get the last of my original 30 boxes out...woo hoo!  But of course I've been shopping again so I massed another 20...lol.  I really do need to move the stuff to the garage...hubby says our living room looks like part Px & part post office!

Today I am taking some ME time to have lunch with a friend.  I think she needs a little TLC...she's had a rough go of things this past year so if lunch will brighten her day, then I'm all over it!  Besides, any excuse to go to Olive Garden, right?

Ok, I suppose I should get some sleep again.  Even the dogs are looking at me with disdain..."come on, Mom...knock out for awhile so we can get some rest, huh?"  Poor babies!  I think I'll cross-post this on the Valley site too so I don't have to retype..lol

Night night ladies...sweet dreams!

 Hi Ladies, and Gents<S>

 Am ready to visit the post office today.  After my last visit  I stopped in with a basket of chocolate treats for the clerks. They truly were patient and helpful.  

 I have a couple of boxes of "cocoa Hugs going out.  And although "meager" I packed lots of smiles into those boxes..along with a great pack of holiday themed marshmellows I found on sale.

 Thank you for your support in helping me find a way to fit in with this effort.

     Cheers to All