I've posted about Operation Baghdad Pups before, and I'd like to share their recent update with you (the Web site has photos and stories of the rescued pets): "Dear Supporter, I have a heartfelt message for you from our U.S. troops in Iraq, a resounding, "Thank you!" With your donation, I was able to send the ...

CPT [Chaplain] Wayne Lehto, USA, Iraq, NC, 400/100, 4 req, posted 7/11.  They have only intermittent showers/toilets.  He is asking for baby wipes, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, body wash, men/women deoderant, xbox, playstation games, DVDs, cds, cookies, candy, zip lock bags, shaving cream, razor blades, batteries, peanuts, peanut ...

Adam D. Blackwood, USA, Chaplain Assistant, IQ, 22 requests, 250/50, latest post 04 Jun 2009. Requesting:  Any snacks that can survive the heat (slim jims, trail mix, chips--pringles are a bit ticket item) Books, movies, etc. Karaoke CDs Female hygiene items They are Living/working in tents, some with AC.  They have a ...

It's almost the end of the month.  Those of us who've been "holding off" making our full 10 requests can now decide who else we want to add to our list this month.  I went through the "# Times Requested" list to find soldiers who've not gotten many requests.  The need is great, and it seems to me (a ...

I sent two packages (one for females) to SGT Moxcey this week, but there's still not enough support for him.  He is a mail clerk supporting 43 males and 16 females, looking out for those who don't get mail, and he's had only 9 requests.  He has hit the 50-day mark, so let's hope he updates soon.  Since PastryChef86 ...

"Calling All Soldiers:  Is there a letter or photograph that helped get you through a day, week or tour? Would you like to thank your family and friends for their support? Send us an excerpt of those letters or a special message for your loved ...

I just saw this on the SPCA International's Web site as I was donating to Operation Baghdad Pups for their next trip to rescue soldiers' animals.  It's heartbreaking and outrageous!  I am providing the link to sign a petition for justice for this hero: BREAKING NEWS: Dog Murdered in Texas A Navy SEAL's therapy ...

Anna -- Is there some way the luncheon folks can meet up with the tournament folks at some point?  Say, for the end ceremonies where they award the prizes?  Or can we just go be spectators?  We can do some more meeting and greeting, build camaraderie, and have fun!  I myself would really like to meet the tournament organizers ...

Forum Post re Fund Raiser Event:Good luck with your fund raiser! Hope you can get some AnySoldier volunteers to help. I did a small one at a gun show back in 2005, and had four family helpers (mother, father, husband, son). I borrowed a banner from Marty (mailed back and forth), and my husband and father built a frame for it from PVC pipe. Maybe ...

It's true!  The APO/FPO rate for large Flat Rate Boxes is increasing to $11.95 on Jan. 18th:  http://www.usps.com/prices/pricechanges.htm?from=prices&page=newshippingprices Valerie Lloyd