[GarnetGirl04]

Sorry, I didn't realize this had been posted before, or that it was attributable to another FReeper poster. I received this as an email forward today, and liked it so much that I posted it (I hadn't heard some of it, particularly the bits on reconstruction like school refurbs and the electricity). I've been a casual reader of the forums for a while, but this is my first post. Hope I didn't offend.

[Ragtime Cowgirl]

GarnetGirl04, welcome!

I'm very glad you received it as an e-mail. That's our primary goal, to get the good news about the troops to "the people."

My own silly pride was pricked yesterday and I apologize for sounding harsh. My ping list crew has seen this post off and on since Oct., and even they don't know, lol. Probably because they all keep me in line and know I wouln't be doing this without them.

I'd appreciate knowing whether your e-mail came from a military or civilian source. Thank you!