Posted on 01/07/2006 1:39:24 PM PST by Coop
I had the privilege of meeting Joshua Sparling's father and brother at yesterday evening's FReep. (History of Joshua here.) They came down to meet us, and Joshua was kind enough to send some candy and other goodies down for our supportive vigil. More details will be in the weekly AAR, but I wanted to touch on one point.
Although the response to Joshua's predicament has been absolutely overwhelming, they have only received six cards - total - from Michigan. Why is that such a big deal? It's Joshua's home. And he's been featured in several newspapers, including Lansing's publication.
I just wanted to put out a friendly request to any Michigan FReepers to send Joshua a card - a belated Christmas card, a get-well or thank-you note, or a simple letter. Just to let him know his home state is aware and appreciative of his family's sacrifices.
Thinking of including a phone card? NO!! :-) His family said they have been completely overwhelmed by phone cards. They're very grateful, but don't need anymore. If you want to include something, FReepmail me for one idea. Thank you for your support, and thanks to JimRob for providing us this amazing forum.
Prayers definitely in order for his surgery.
I'll second that.
absolutely.
Thanks so much for posting the heads up to everyone.
It's good that it ended up being at a time when you could listen.
Prayers for Joshua and all our troops.
I was lucky to be able to catch it. Thanks for telling me about it.
We sent several cards and letters from Florida. My daughter married a Sparling and he even spent almost a year at Walter Reed many years ago...
Their daughter drew pictures for the "nice sol-der". "He's gonna get better fast when he sees my pictures"! Three year olds are something.
If there is anything you can think of for me to do...freepmail me an idea. OK? I thought he had received bags of mail so now something different?
Bump and Laughter as I STAMP my feet!
Sorry I read this thread much too late to hear about it.
Tomorrow will be a big day for the Sparlings!
as per his appearance on hannity's radio show, it sounds like he's gonna get to keep his leg!!!!!!!
I hope so.
Well, is there a way I could e-mail him? Is there a address?
I doubt that Joshua is checking email.
Maybe, someone has an email address for his father or brother? If so, it should be communicated to you via FReepmail only.
cards, drawings and prayers going out to Joshua and all the other soldiers on that list from NJ. thanks for the address and names.
wonderful!
Thank you
bttt
Thanks for the address. Will be sending card, letter and some other goodies out this weekend.
Thank you
Sean interviewed Mr. Sperling, who told him he also was fired because Joshua went to Iraq in the first place.
I think Mr. Sperling is well rid of a compamy that'd have that kind of attitude.
I'm gonna copy Joshua's address at WR and send him a letter o0f encuragement.
(after I learn to spell, LOL!)
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