One of the members of the West Springfield Rotary Club has a son in the USMC serving in Afghanistan. When he mentioned at one of our club meetings his son advised him our troops needed "supplies" we went to work to solve the problem. They got 'em and sent us lots of pictures opening the boxes. By the looks on their faces I have no doubt we can say with certainty 
At a meeting we packed 19 boxes weighing 240 pounds - this was all the assorted snacks, candy, food, books and magazines they requested. I wrote a post about the effort - We’re A Supplier To The Marine Corps
Village Properties of Mineola, LLC - Mineola, NY
Great blog. Great pics. Great cause. Good luck too yo and everyone involved
Oct 07, 2011 01:05 AM
Envoy Capitol Realty Inc. - Toronto, ON
Envoy Capitol Realty Inc., Brokerage Toronto
Oct 07, 2011 01:10 AM
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
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Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage (Jacksonville, NC) - Jacksonville, NC
Camp Lejeune, Jacksonville, NC
Thank you for your service to those that serve. I have no doubt those smiles from the Marines receiving things we take for granted everyday are a combination of excitement, appreciation, and gratitude. Their way of life makes them appreciative of a lot of things not even noticed by others.
Oct 07, 2011 02:19 AM
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Crofton, MD
Crofton MD Real Estate, Annapolis MD Real Estate
Karen,
What an outstanding way to give back to the community. As someone who has served overseas in the past, there is nothing better than getting a package from home. It shows on their faces.
Rich
Oct 07, 2011 03:53 AM
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
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Great post Karen, I have been involved in several "box" missions, and they are fabulous. The troops deserve all of the support we can provide. Have a wonderful weekend!
Oct 07, 2011 04:59 AM
State Wide Realty Co. - Farmville, VA
Veteran Owned & Operated
Great post Karen, the troops deserve all of our support. So often we as Americans take their service for granted.
Oct 07, 2011 06:29 AM
Charlottesville Solutions - Charlottesville, VA
what a great event!
It is really fantastic that you all were able to do this
your friend in Charlottesville
Oct 07, 2011 10:35 AM
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
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RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"
Resource Network, LLC SFR, AHWD, ACRE, SMAR Board Director - Chesapeake Beach, MD
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I see you back there in the 2nd picture working away. What a wonderful thing to be a part of. You've got to love our servicemen and and servicewomen. Wonderful. :)
Oct 07, 2011 02:20 PM
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
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Gail Let me assure you the satisfaction I received will always be a fond memory
Oct 08, 2011 02:28 AM
Boardman Realty - White Bear Lake, MN
REALTOR Serving Mpls/St Paul North & East Metro
Karen--Don't you just love the feedback you get from the service men & women! We adopted a few "soldier's angels" and sent packages over. We did receive one thank you note from one soldier for toys/treats he requested to hand out to the children in the area. For the others we received the best thank yous...It came from the program administer when the soldiers were sent home safe and sound to their families! Great photos of the work and the recipients!
Oct 08, 2011 04:15 AM
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
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Teri You only have to try it once and you are bitten by the "bug" I can hardly wait for our next "customer." They are so appreciative of the fact those of us back home remember them. It really is a very easy way to say, "Thank you for your service."
Oct 08, 2011 08:47 AM
Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper REALTORS® - San Antonio, TX
San Antonio REALTOR, San Antonio Homes For Sale
Karen-There is nothing like a box from home when you are forward deployed, away from civilian friends and family. I know the troops appreciated the effort, as you can see in the last photo from the wide-eyed Marine.
Oct 09, 2011 09:07 AM
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
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Wayne It is an honor and pleasure to do whatever is necessary to thank our troops for their service to country
Oct 09, 2011 09:12 AM
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