[spiralsue]

My husband and I adopted two soldiers through Operation A/C; one who has email has become a friend for life. We sent him a ton of stuff. He wanted homemade chocolate chip cookies so we wrapped 12 dozen cookies in packs of four in cellophane, then stacked the packets in Gladware with a tight lid and put that inside a big Ziploc bag. I think we used six of the largest Gladware thingies we could find. When he received the cookies about five weeks after we mailed them, he said not a single one was broken. We also sent about 36 pairs of white socks -- they need them for PT -- along with all kinds of hygiene items, powdered Gatorade, DEET, and pounds of delicious nuts. We used the list from their web site. We have another soldier for whom we have no email address but we sent him two huge boxes of similar stuff and I am on pins and needles waiting to hear from him. My first guy is so humble and sweet. Only 25 years old with two kids, one just born last month. He was so very thankful to read how we were working to re-elect Pres Bush. When we told him how much we supported what the soldiers are doing, he wrote back that he wished all Americans could see the good work they are doing and appreciate it. Of course he knows the media is not on our side. It is wonderful to have an adopted soldier (or two). My 78-year-old mother told me about how everyone sacrificed during WWII and now no one seems willing to help out. We spent approx. $1,000 between the two guys and we are not "rich." We both have good jobs but not high salaries. I know, we're slackers! Tee hee. We considered the money OUR Christmas gifts. It truly is better to give. Anyway, these guys really need our support to counteract the MSM and other unAmerican groups out there undermining our security.
God Bless the USA and the US Military!!!!!
~S~

[rep-always]

You are wonderful. I am getting involved in Tony Snow's Wounded Warrior Project. God bless you.

[Baytovin]

Wife and I also just adopted a Soldier and are preparing first package for delivery. Unfortunately, (according to website) there has not been an overwhelming response. I have even sent out dozens of e-mails with website URL to local radio stations, TV stations, etc. try to get publicity on this.

[2Jedismom]

You're gonna have so many jewels in your crown when you get to heaven you won't be able to stand up!

You are doing a great thing!

[itslex71]

So glad to hear you have had such a positive experience with Operation A/C and that you have formed such a close relationship with your soldier. I am gonna gather things this weekend to send out on Monday.

Thanks for your suggestions!

[68skylark]

God bless you for what you're doing. It makes waves far beyond what you realize.

[JulieRNR21]

We have also adopted several soldiers through www.OperationAC.com

Just got new combat boots for the latest one as suggested on the OperationAC website.

Everyone of the soldiers has been so sweet and very appreciative.

We asked our family members if they would like to show support for our troops this Christmas in lieu of exchanging family gifts. Everyone has agreed to donate the money they would have spent on gifts to organizations that support the troops!

Thanks Former Military Chick for this thread on "America Supports You". I will be sending a link to the website to my family and my mega email list!

[SwatTeam]

And may God bless you for being so generous with your money and time. You will be be repaid a thousand fold.