Isn't that a beautiful tree?
Email from BAGRAM air base, AFGHANISTAN. (near Kabul) Good news and very sad news.
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Patty,
Sorry for not getting back to you sooner on all the great things you all have done for us. In spite of our tardiness, I can assure you that your generosity is deeply appreciated.
The Xbox did arrive; I'm not much of a gamer, but the kids love it. On the other hand, the coffee has been fabulous. It, along with the games, arrived a while back. Again, apologies for not letting you know sooner. Thank you.
We have a Christmas tree up in my conference room with wonderful decorations; I assume that is from the people you describe below.
I also saw the Karaoke machine, though have not personally participated in any live performances. Believe me, the guys appreciate my discretion in this area.
Please accept my apologies for not being more responsive in letting you know that your gifts have arrived safely. Rest assured, they have not gone unnoticed. My guys are extremely grateful to have friends such as you back home. It truly does mean a great deal to know that folks back home are thinking of us.
I have intended to write you many times, but events seem to always dictate otherwise. With the memorial service for our soldier who was killed a few days ago behind us, perhaps now I can catch up on correspondence.
Thank you so much for your generosity. You are truly appreciated.
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