I have read several posts here about sending Christmas cards to Walter Reed hospital. Those living here in Texas will recognize that the 2nd busiest hospital for the wounded soldiers of the gulf war is Brooks Army Medical Hospital.
My main concern as a founding member of the Texas Chapter of the Coalition to Salute America's Heroes, I can tell you that the hospitals have a lot more Christmas cards and gifts than they need. Not that this is a bad thing. But I would like to see if we can come up with some other ideas that could be more meaningful to show our appreciation.
So, how can we lift the spirits of our heroes?
TSGT Dan Vargas(retired) with the United States Air Force is a friend of mine and is also a member of the Coalition to Salute America's Heroes. He has a direct connection with a soldier on the ground in Afghanistan. And they could use some Holiday Cheer from us guys back home!!!!
KEVIN WOLFE
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This is it.... a simple package to Kevin Wolf who is stationed in Afghanistan. He is putting together a Christmas party for the boots on the ground in Afganistan.
So, what should you send?.... well, it gets even better.... LOL
They are looking for 'gag gifts' wrapped up by Americans. To build up the morale of the troops there....
I am sending a Pet Rock. And Tsgt Dan thinks that this may just be the perfect gift!!
So.... what have YOU got? Some lint from the vacuum cleaner? Maybe some sand from the back yard.... HEY, that would make them feel really at home by having some local sand.... LOL.
Seriously guys.... These heroes KNOW that we love them and they KNOW that we respect them and they KNOW that we LOVE them for protecting our way of life.
Can we at least send over a box of rocks or maybe a broken remote control to our television set?!?!?
Of course.... it might be a good thing to throw in some 'phone cards' for the guys/gals. They love to call home and it is a great reminder of why they are fighting!!!
If anyone has any questions about the 'Coalition' or generally want to help the troops.... please let me know. I can put you and your group in touch with people who know where the needs are and what is appreciated.
Tom Burris
DallasLoanGuy.com
Dallas, TX
"A Home Loan For Every Texan"
Edited to add: It has been asked WHY the gag gifts(sounds mean)?
Well, these guys get moved around a lot and cannot carry much with them. The gags are meant to provide a smile.... they will be discarded soon. If it is not consumable like flavorings for their canteens or phone cards, they just don't have a lot of need for it..... So, a little gag gift with a short note of appreciation(and maybe a phone card) will be right up their alley!!! Remember, this is what they asked for.... so let's let 'em have it!!!!
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