I've been a little out of commission lately but I really want to contribute, if it's not too late, to your Christmas efforts. I don't know what is needed or wanted, however, so any guidance is appreciated.
I have you, CAluvdubya, down for Tal Afar for Christmas.
You, CAluv, can coordinate finding out what the soldiers/marines there want and then talk with me about any extra people you think you'll need to help send the items or get donations to buy the items.
We're working through a civilian contractor (Army vet in Iraqi as a soldier last year) there now, as the Marines and Army soldiers are too fluid there to be sure their particular units will be there at Christmas.
Our veteran will play Santa Claus and pass the goodies along.
I'll let you know when and if he gets the boxes that I and SENClander just sent for Halloween. She and you may want to team up and work together to send Christmas to Tal Afar.