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!