I got this very nice freepmail from DonnerT, who said I could share it with you folks here.
Wes's unit returned last month. He came to see us yeaterday while all the other students who visit us each thursday were here.
He had a letter in one hand, an almost tearfully embarrassed smile on his face and a sheathed knife in the other. We met in the middle of the room and embraced, laughing pounding each others backs. He said "Mr. Don did you do this?" I told him it was from a bunch of great people on the internet who appreciate what he has been doing. He said he felt like he didn't deserve it, because he only went to Germany, but he sure did appreciate it.
He told us about getting the surprise package at mail call with his unit after coming back from a school. To say he was surprised would be an understatement. When he showed it to me I was somewhat surprised too. I had thought it would only be a folding knife. When I get our tax rebate I will be sending you another check.
Thank you and all the Hobbit Holers for letting me be a part of demonstrating to this young man how much we appreciate him.