Posted on 11/27/2005 5:38:59 PM PST by papasmurf
Attention moderator: I'm still not good at posting in the correct forum. If this is posted incorrectly, please move it the correct forum, and not delete it this time :) Thanks, papa.
Dear FRiends,
A friend of mine sent me, and others, this email. Since that time there has been more need. She needs help with letters, postcards, etc to these brave guys and gals who, literally, have no one at home for moral support. They receive no mail or packages from home at all. I thought some of you would be interested in knowing and, possibly, helping with a few lines of support for them.
Here's the email...
A gal in the L.A.,CA office of a trucking company I do biz with has a young son stationed in Iraq with the Marines. She hears from him about the kids who aren't getting any mail from home -- they seem to be pretty much alone in the World.
I told her to get me a Marine -- that I'd write & send packages. I got SIX! I need help here!
Last night I packed six boxes to mail. Each contains 5 pr. white cotton socks 1 can Pringles 1 pkg. Slim Jims 1 lb. hard candy 1 pkg. wet wipes 1 bag candy coated popcorn w/ peanuts Christmas card & letter
I thought that a pretty good selection for guys that I know absolutely nothing about except that they are soldiers at war.
Can you take a few minutes once a week, or a couple times a month to drop a note or card to one? Maybe send the colored comics & cross word puzzle from the Sunday paper? Pack a box with some needed items & some treats?
E-mail me at ms-paz@getloaded.com and put "Marines" in the subject line.
:O)
P
You've got mail
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You have mail.
God bless our military and their families for the sacrifices they make to help keep the rest of us safe and free.
bttt
We have been doing this for some Army troops, so I guess it's time for the Marines!!!
I hope they will allow an ex Airman to say, Semper Fi to them!
I would hope so, since I'm former ARMY!!! :)
Thanks to all...
:O)
P
The response is so great that I am asking for more names tomorrow! Papasmurf will post additional info on the website referanced! I'll be back to you A.S.A.P. with names!
Too Cool...BTTT
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Heads up!
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