VanillaSkyGirl 6 #1 February 9, 2005 Can anyone suggest a good place online to buy a care package for my boyfriend in Iraq? I want to send him something that will make him happy and will make him feel like he has a little bit of home with him. His ship is getting into a port on February 21st, so I'd like to send something out asap. Thank you all in advance for the help! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkiD_PL8 0 #2 February 9, 2005 Why not put one together yourself? It would probably mean more than a prepackaged general one. Greenie in training. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #3 February 9, 2005 Online? I did find this and this. I think a personal care package would mean more than a generic one offline, though... some books, music... a couple of favorite snacks... I may have to check those sites out and do a couple of "any soldier" care packages for a few of the troops.....Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #4 February 9, 2005 QuoteWhy not put one together yourself? It would probably mean more than a prepackaged general one. I am doing that, as well, of course, but I want to see what else is out there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jazzjumper 0 #5 February 9, 2005 i just returned from a 4-month tour, and believe me, the canned care packages aren't worth the time nor effort. My family, friends, and girl took good care of me. Ensure you enclose a card for him...put some of your perfume with it. Something to read, something to see (a few, but not too many pictures), something to eat (again, not too much.) For small/medium packages, you can expect it to take 7-12 days to get to notable places in the theater, 10-14 to more austere locations. No matter how good she looks, someone, somewhere is sick of her shit! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mouth 0 #6 February 9, 2005 I set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material" he loved it and so did his buds. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnealtx 0 #7 February 9, 2005 QuoteI set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material" he loved it and so did his buds. And they even made it through customs and inspection...nice job!! Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites outlawhottie 0 #8 February 9, 2005 Put one together yourself. It would mean so much more. Get all of his friends and family to send something to him. When I was in Iraq my mom sent me a package with letters and cards other little things from all my family and it was the best package I've gotten since I've been deploying. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #9 February 9, 2005 QuoteI set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material" he loved it and so did his buds. LMAO...I read about that in a post and told my boyfriend that I could send those *things* to him, as well. He said, "NO." I love the letters idea from a couple of posts down. That is exactly what I was thinking of doing...I will call everyone right now! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #10 February 9, 2005 Feel free to send me good stuff. I'll post my address when I know it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnealtx 0 #11 February 9, 2005 You think they won't wonder why you're getting 3 big bottles of Listerene every week? Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #12 February 9, 2005 Quote You think they won't wonder why you're getting 3 big bottles of Listerene every week? Who cares..........as long as I get them. Rosa........in another thread someone said to make sure and put "This is a bonafide gift to a US soldier" on the customs form. Do NOT list the contents. It'll keep them safer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Brian425 0 #13 February 9, 2005 SOme things that went over pretty well when we sent my friend a package were sunscreen, chapstick with sunscreen. Small bags of chips/pretzels, etc. "Apple juice" Car/motorcycle/etc magazines Just stuff from home is good. Also smaller seems to be better. Seems to shp quicker. The only time you should look down on someone is when you are offering them your hand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #14 February 9, 2005 Thank you for the suggestion. Actually, seriously, I am not sending alcohol or anything. I am sending him letters, little gifts, snacks that he LOVES...stuff like that. Clay, PM me an address for where you wil be...if you can. Or, at least an e-mail address, ok? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #15 February 10, 2005 QuoteClay, PM me an address for where you wil be...if you can. Or, at least an e-mail address, ok? I should have a physical addy next week I think. I'll PM the email. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnealtx 0 #16 February 10, 2005 If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know....Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #17 February 10, 2005 Quote If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know.... From what I hear I'll be getting a "DEERS" card. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SkiD_PL8 0 #18 February 10, 2005 QuoteQuote If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know.... From what I hear I'll be getting a "DEERS" card. Don't think anyone here but me realizes your particular situation. Greenie in training. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites wingnut 0 #19 February 10, 2005 QuoteDon't think anyone here but me realizes your particular situation not paticular but i can guestimate on some things......... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #20 February 10, 2005 Ro, the zhills folks have a person over there right now. We received an email describing a "typical" day and what people wanted/needed. Some of it was based on what they were doing. They spend a lot of time traveling and carry snacks with them. Trail mix, cheese crackers, chex mix, beef jerky, things that take up little room. Some soldiers have access to a dvd player in their off time. This person really misses skydiving and would like some skydiving dvds. A non-skydiver may not be interested. My basic point is this. People are doing different things in different places. The items that bring them comfort are special to the circumstances of that individual. It may work best if we ask first. That way, you know you are really making a difference. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bbarnhouse 0 #21 February 10, 2005 QuoteI set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material Yes..well don't forget the other items we spoke of. LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Frenchy68 0 #22 February 10, 2005 Quotewell don't forget the other items we spoke of I sooooooooooooo don't wanna know... "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #23 February 10, 2005 I've asked him many, many times what he would like, of course. Spencer doesn't tell me that he wants or needs anything. He always just tells me that he wishes more than anything that he could be with me right now. I am sending pictures and letters, etc. because they won't let me send myself. DVD players...yes, he took a portable mini one with him. I'm sure that it's boring, though...he is a really active guy. He would much rather be doing something, rather than watching videos, I'm sure. (See attached.) He did take his Academy DVD movies. (His father is a voting member and gets all the newest "in consideration of" submissions sent before voting.) Anyway, he packed everything that he thought that he needed for himself before he left. He's done this before. He was in the Persian gulf War, then, he was out of the military for about 13 years. When I first met him (we've known each other for 8 years), he was not in the military. After 9-11, he was asked to return. After much thought, he went back in, but he's not a "soldier". Thanks for the suggestions! He will be there until August. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites randomdude 0 #24 February 10, 2005 This sort of came up at work today-my deployed friends asked me to send them nonscented baby wipes, nonscented insect repellent, fast food packets of condiments, Gold Bond Medicated Lotion/Ointment and a few more technical things. For those of you who were considering "Any Soldier" packages, try this site instead: http://americansnipers.org/ 100% good to go, I am not affiliated but they're doing a good thing and your donation is tax deductible-check em out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Frenchy68 0 #25 February 10, 2005 Oh! Them rocks! Somehow, I was mistakenly expecting the attachment to be more "edgy"! "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0 Go To Topic Listing
jazzjumper 0 #5 February 9, 2005 i just returned from a 4-month tour, and believe me, the canned care packages aren't worth the time nor effort. My family, friends, and girl took good care of me. Ensure you enclose a card for him...put some of your perfume with it. Something to read, something to see (a few, but not too many pictures), something to eat (again, not too much.) For small/medium packages, you can expect it to take 7-12 days to get to notable places in the theater, 10-14 to more austere locations. No matter how good she looks, someone, somewhere is sick of her shit! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mouth 0 #6 February 9, 2005 I set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material" he loved it and so did his buds. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #7 February 9, 2005 QuoteI set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material" he loved it and so did his buds. And they even made it through customs and inspection...nice job!! Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
outlawhottie 0 #8 February 9, 2005 Put one together yourself. It would mean so much more. Get all of his friends and family to send something to him. When I was in Iraq my mom sent me a package with letters and cards other little things from all my family and it was the best package I've gotten since I've been deploying. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #9 February 9, 2005 QuoteI set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material" he loved it and so did his buds. LMAO...I read about that in a post and told my boyfriend that I could send those *things* to him, as well. He said, "NO." I love the letters idea from a couple of posts down. That is exactly what I was thinking of doing...I will call everyone right now! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #10 February 9, 2005 Feel free to send me good stuff. I'll post my address when I know it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #11 February 9, 2005 You think they won't wonder why you're getting 3 big bottles of Listerene every week? Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #12 February 9, 2005 Quote You think they won't wonder why you're getting 3 big bottles of Listerene every week? Who cares..........as long as I get them. Rosa........in another thread someone said to make sure and put "This is a bonafide gift to a US soldier" on the customs form. Do NOT list the contents. It'll keep them safer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian425 0 #13 February 9, 2005 SOme things that went over pretty well when we sent my friend a package were sunscreen, chapstick with sunscreen. Small bags of chips/pretzels, etc. "Apple juice" Car/motorcycle/etc magazines Just stuff from home is good. Also smaller seems to be better. Seems to shp quicker. The only time you should look down on someone is when you are offering them your hand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #14 February 9, 2005 Thank you for the suggestion. Actually, seriously, I am not sending alcohol or anything. I am sending him letters, little gifts, snacks that he LOVES...stuff like that. Clay, PM me an address for where you wil be...if you can. Or, at least an e-mail address, ok? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #15 February 10, 2005 QuoteClay, PM me an address for where you wil be...if you can. Or, at least an e-mail address, ok? I should have a physical addy next week I think. I'll PM the email. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnealtx 0 #16 February 10, 2005 If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know....Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #17 February 10, 2005 Quote If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know.... From what I hear I'll be getting a "DEERS" card. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SkiD_PL8 0 #18 February 10, 2005 QuoteQuote If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know.... From what I hear I'll be getting a "DEERS" card. Don't think anyone here but me realizes your particular situation. Greenie in training. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites wingnut 0 #19 February 10, 2005 QuoteDon't think anyone here but me realizes your particular situation not paticular but i can guestimate on some things......... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #20 February 10, 2005 Ro, the zhills folks have a person over there right now. We received an email describing a "typical" day and what people wanted/needed. Some of it was based on what they were doing. They spend a lot of time traveling and carry snacks with them. Trail mix, cheese crackers, chex mix, beef jerky, things that take up little room. Some soldiers have access to a dvd player in their off time. This person really misses skydiving and would like some skydiving dvds. A non-skydiver may not be interested. My basic point is this. People are doing different things in different places. The items that bring them comfort are special to the circumstances of that individual. It may work best if we ask first. That way, you know you are really making a difference. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bbarnhouse 0 #21 February 10, 2005 QuoteI set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material Yes..well don't forget the other items we spoke of. LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Frenchy68 0 #22 February 10, 2005 Quotewell don't forget the other items we spoke of I sooooooooooooo don't wanna know... "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #23 February 10, 2005 I've asked him many, many times what he would like, of course. Spencer doesn't tell me that he wants or needs anything. He always just tells me that he wishes more than anything that he could be with me right now. I am sending pictures and letters, etc. because they won't let me send myself. DVD players...yes, he took a portable mini one with him. I'm sure that it's boring, though...he is a really active guy. He would much rather be doing something, rather than watching videos, I'm sure. (See attached.) He did take his Academy DVD movies. (His father is a voting member and gets all the newest "in consideration of" submissions sent before voting.) Anyway, he packed everything that he thought that he needed for himself before he left. He's done this before. He was in the Persian gulf War, then, he was out of the military for about 13 years. When I first met him (we've known each other for 8 years), he was not in the military. After 9-11, he was asked to return. After much thought, he went back in, but he's not a "soldier". Thanks for the suggestions! He will be there until August. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites randomdude 0 #24 February 10, 2005 This sort of came up at work today-my deployed friends asked me to send them nonscented baby wipes, nonscented insect repellent, fast food packets of condiments, Gold Bond Medicated Lotion/Ointment and a few more technical things. For those of you who were considering "Any Soldier" packages, try this site instead: http://americansnipers.org/ 100% good to go, I am not affiliated but they're doing a good thing and your donation is tax deductible-check em out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Frenchy68 0 #25 February 10, 2005 Oh! Them rocks! Somehow, I was mistakenly expecting the attachment to be more "edgy"! "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0 Go To Topic Listing
freeflir29 0 #15 February 10, 2005 QuoteClay, PM me an address for where you wil be...if you can. Or, at least an e-mail address, ok? I should have a physical addy next week I think. I'll PM the email. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnealtx 0 #16 February 10, 2005 If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know....Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #17 February 10, 2005 Quote If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know.... From what I hear I'll be getting a "DEERS" card. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SkiD_PL8 0 #18 February 10, 2005 QuoteQuote If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know.... From what I hear I'll be getting a "DEERS" card. Don't think anyone here but me realizes your particular situation. Greenie in training. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites wingnut 0 #19 February 10, 2005 QuoteDon't think anyone here but me realizes your particular situation not paticular but i can guestimate on some things......... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #20 February 10, 2005 Ro, the zhills folks have a person over there right now. We received an email describing a "typical" day and what people wanted/needed. Some of it was based on what they were doing. They spend a lot of time traveling and carry snacks with them. Trail mix, cheese crackers, chex mix, beef jerky, things that take up little room. Some soldiers have access to a dvd player in their off time. This person really misses skydiving and would like some skydiving dvds. A non-skydiver may not be interested. My basic point is this. People are doing different things in different places. The items that bring them comfort are special to the circumstances of that individual. It may work best if we ask first. That way, you know you are really making a difference. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bbarnhouse 0 #21 February 10, 2005 QuoteI set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material Yes..well don't forget the other items we spoke of. LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Frenchy68 0 #22 February 10, 2005 Quotewell don't forget the other items we spoke of I sooooooooooooo don't wanna know... "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #23 February 10, 2005 I've asked him many, many times what he would like, of course. Spencer doesn't tell me that he wants or needs anything. He always just tells me that he wishes more than anything that he could be with me right now. I am sending pictures and letters, etc. because they won't let me send myself. DVD players...yes, he took a portable mini one with him. I'm sure that it's boring, though...he is a really active guy. He would much rather be doing something, rather than watching videos, I'm sure. (See attached.) He did take his Academy DVD movies. (His father is a voting member and gets all the newest "in consideration of" submissions sent before voting.) Anyway, he packed everything that he thought that he needed for himself before he left. He's done this before. He was in the Persian gulf War, then, he was out of the military for about 13 years. When I first met him (we've known each other for 8 years), he was not in the military. After 9-11, he was asked to return. After much thought, he went back in, but he's not a "soldier". Thanks for the suggestions! He will be there until August. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites randomdude 0 #24 February 10, 2005 This sort of came up at work today-my deployed friends asked me to send them nonscented baby wipes, nonscented insect repellent, fast food packets of condiments, Gold Bond Medicated Lotion/Ointment and a few more technical things. For those of you who were considering "Any Soldier" packages, try this site instead: http://americansnipers.org/ 100% good to go, I am not affiliated but they're doing a good thing and your donation is tax deductible-check em out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Frenchy68 0 #25 February 10, 2005 Oh! Them rocks! Somehow, I was mistakenly expecting the attachment to be more "edgy"! "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0 Go To Topic Listing
mnealtx 0 #16 February 10, 2005 If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know....Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #17 February 10, 2005 Quote If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know.... From what I hear I'll be getting a "DEERS" card. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkiD_PL8 0 #18 February 10, 2005 QuoteQuote If you need any "PX sh*t" (depending on where ya are, of course) lemme know.... From what I hear I'll be getting a "DEERS" card. Don't think anyone here but me realizes your particular situation. Greenie in training. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #19 February 10, 2005 QuoteDon't think anyone here but me realizes your particular situation not paticular but i can guestimate on some things......... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #20 February 10, 2005 Ro, the zhills folks have a person over there right now. We received an email describing a "typical" day and what people wanted/needed. Some of it was based on what they were doing. They spend a lot of time traveling and carry snacks with them. Trail mix, cheese crackers, chex mix, beef jerky, things that take up little room. Some soldiers have access to a dvd player in their off time. This person really misses skydiving and would like some skydiving dvds. A non-skydiver may not be interested. My basic point is this. People are doing different things in different places. The items that bring them comfort are special to the circumstances of that individual. It may work best if we ask first. That way, you know you are really making a difference. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bbarnhouse 0 #21 February 10, 2005 QuoteI set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material Yes..well don't forget the other items we spoke of. LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Frenchy68 0 #22 February 10, 2005 Quotewell don't forget the other items we spoke of I sooooooooooooo don't wanna know... "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #23 February 10, 2005 I've asked him many, many times what he would like, of course. Spencer doesn't tell me that he wants or needs anything. He always just tells me that he wishes more than anything that he could be with me right now. I am sending pictures and letters, etc. because they won't let me send myself. DVD players...yes, he took a portable mini one with him. I'm sure that it's boring, though...he is a really active guy. He would much rather be doing something, rather than watching videos, I'm sure. (See attached.) He did take his Academy DVD movies. (His father is a voting member and gets all the newest "in consideration of" submissions sent before voting.) Anyway, he packed everything that he thought that he needed for himself before he left. He's done this before. He was in the Persian gulf War, then, he was out of the military for about 13 years. When I first met him (we've known each other for 8 years), he was not in the military. After 9-11, he was asked to return. After much thought, he went back in, but he's not a "soldier". Thanks for the suggestions! He will be there until August. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites randomdude 0 #24 February 10, 2005 This sort of came up at work today-my deployed friends asked me to send them nonscented baby wipes, nonscented insect repellent, fast food packets of condiments, Gold Bond Medicated Lotion/Ointment and a few more technical things. For those of you who were considering "Any Soldier" packages, try this site instead: http://americansnipers.org/ 100% good to go, I am not affiliated but they're doing a good thing and your donation is tax deductible-check em out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Frenchy68 0 #25 February 10, 2005 Oh! Them rocks! Somehow, I was mistakenly expecting the attachment to be more "edgy"! "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
bbarnhouse 0 #21 February 10, 2005 QuoteI set LouDiamond "mouthwash" and "reading material Yes..well don't forget the other items we spoke of. LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #22 February 10, 2005 Quotewell don't forget the other items we spoke of I sooooooooooooo don't wanna know... "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #23 February 10, 2005 I've asked him many, many times what he would like, of course. Spencer doesn't tell me that he wants or needs anything. He always just tells me that he wishes more than anything that he could be with me right now. I am sending pictures and letters, etc. because they won't let me send myself. DVD players...yes, he took a portable mini one with him. I'm sure that it's boring, though...he is a really active guy. He would much rather be doing something, rather than watching videos, I'm sure. (See attached.) He did take his Academy DVD movies. (His father is a voting member and gets all the newest "in consideration of" submissions sent before voting.) Anyway, he packed everything that he thought that he needed for himself before he left. He's done this before. He was in the Persian gulf War, then, he was out of the military for about 13 years. When I first met him (we've known each other for 8 years), he was not in the military. After 9-11, he was asked to return. After much thought, he went back in, but he's not a "soldier". Thanks for the suggestions! He will be there until August. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
randomdude 0 #24 February 10, 2005 This sort of came up at work today-my deployed friends asked me to send them nonscented baby wipes, nonscented insect repellent, fast food packets of condiments, Gold Bond Medicated Lotion/Ointment and a few more technical things. For those of you who were considering "Any Soldier" packages, try this site instead: http://americansnipers.org/ 100% good to go, I am not affiliated but they're doing a good thing and your donation is tax deductible-check em out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #25 February 10, 2005 Oh! Them rocks! Somehow, I was mistakenly expecting the attachment to be more "edgy"! "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
