Great to see you, Jim and Andy, at the 'Garden' Sure hope our flag issues can be resolved. Be sure to let all of New England know just how proud they should be for the support they show our troops. A special thank you to Mr. Hayes for his help in facilitating the event on Feb. 2nd, I'm sure it will spur more awareness and prayers and keep the hope alive!
Gordy
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Great job NECFOM! I am a a small business owner in Andover, Mass. I am very thankful for the sacrifice the men and women of our military give each and every day. It is through their sacrifice that I have the freedom to a have a business. For that, I am forever thankful.
-Peace,
Andy Kelley-November 11,2009
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My Son is stationed in Iraq, and I pray and support all of you men and women that are serving our country, we appreciate everything you do! Sincerly, Lisa
Lisa-November 2009
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Hi I just wanted to say a huge thank you to all of you that sent my husbands troop 2 very generous care packages.When I signed him and some members of his troop up a month or two back, I've got to say I didn't expect such a generous care package for all of the guys.My husband informed me that he had received two very big boxes from you all and he didn't know, I signed them up for this, but then I told him about you here online.They are extremely greatful for what you have done for them and so are us wives.My husband and I are from Lawrence and Methuen and it makes us very proud to say these packages came from our hometown.I love what you are doing for our men and women over there in harms way.If me or my FRG can be of any assistance to your program, please do not hesitate to ask.We try and do as much as we can for our Alpha troop, and we get everyone including the families involved as much as we can, even though they are so far away from us here in Hawaii.We take care of our single soldiers as well as our married ones.I just wanted to say thank you, the care packages are very thoughtful.Our guys thank you too, from the bottom of their hearts.Sincerely,Dawn Bean. Proud wife of a OH-58 pilot stationed in Iraq.
Dawn Bean-November 8, 2009
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I would like to extend my gratitude for your wonderful web site you have created for our "Soldiers" who are fighting for our freedom and of course their families too. My heartfelt feelings go out to all the families who have lost their loved ones or the ones which are now serving in our Military.
God Bless them and may God send them back to their families soon.
J Trainer
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Just wanted to say I think that what you do is fantastic. When I saw your booth at the fair today I bought my first ever magnet ribbon for my truck because I could tell the money actually did something for our troops, not for some store owners bottom line. My son is an MP in Baghdad, a fact that scares the heck out of me, but makes me proud all the time.
Keep up the good work!
Ken King
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Thanks from a soldier to everyone who participates in this work you do for us. We do appreciate it and thank every one of you who brings a little bit of joy to our lives over here no matter how small the contribution is.
Spc Matthew Katz
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Thanks for all you are doing! My step-brother is Byron Fouty, and I truly appreciatet the efforts and support you have for him and all the other troops who are protecting our freedom.
Erica,loving sister of Byron-missing soldier
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GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!! THANK YOU
Jerald Shubert, Jr.
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I am the proud mom of a USAF airman, who is currently serving overseas. I appreciate what you and your organization does in supporting the military men and women. It's such a great feeling to see all the flags and banners draped over the over passes. The military really needs our support. I am applying for my plates. Keep up the good work. God Bless You All!
Gail Smith
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GREAT WEB SITE AND GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS.WE ARE WITH YOU 100%
James Downey
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God Bless all the Brave men and women who are fighting for our country. Let's all pray for our POW's.
Thank you
Kerry, Methuen, MA
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Hello, my name is Ron, I am 34. I'm a 2nd class petty officer onboard the USS Peleliu (LHA-5). I was born and raised in Stanford, CT. I haven't been to Connecticut in awhile due to being over in Japan and other places for the last 7 years. Currently I am on a humanitarian aid mission. Just looking to communicate with people back in the New England area. Take care and God Bless and appreciate the support.
If anyone from New England wants to write to Ron please email us for his email address.
Ronald David
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We applaud all the hard work and dedication to all of our troops and pray they are returned to their loved ones and family. We are glad to help send donations that are so needed to our troops. God Bless Everyone. Thank you
Ray and Barbara from Methuen
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I am currently serving overseas in Turkey and am very grateful for organizations like this that help us out. I just wanted to say thank you.
Angela
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My name is Sgt Nathan Edwards from Hartfield, Massachusetts area. I am currently stationed with USAS Co. 25th CAB, 25ID out of Hawaii as an Unmanned Systems Pilot. Thanks for all the support we get from you guys over here in Iraq. It may sound crazy in the news, but I can assure you the soldiers are doing the best we can over here. Thanks again.
Sgt. Nathan Edwards
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Thank you for your efforts on behalf of the troops.
Nancy C. Roberts
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It is wonderful how you support all of us here. Being here in Iraq, I see how much it means when a package arrives for a soldier who does not get mail. I hope all of you know how much it helps let the troops know that you are there for them. Thank you for all you do.
Sgt Connie Davidson
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We need to support our troops no matter what!
Diane M. Doria
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THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING YOU ARE DOING AND SACRIFICING FOR US ALL! A SAFE, SPEEDY, AND HEALTHY TRIP HOME TO EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU!!!!
Liz Thetonia-Feitelberg
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You all do great things, so from a OIF Veteran. Thank you and continue the good work. Look forward to working togethor in the near future.
SSG Kevin Moreira
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Dear James Sereigo-Wareing
Hello my name is SGT Michael J Slater and I am currently serving in Iraq with Echo company 1-12 CAB 1st Calvary Division out of Fort Hood Texas. I was born and raised in Western Massachusetts I currently recieved 72 of your fleece blankets which I handed out to the soldiers of my company. I would like to express our extreme gratitude to you and all of the volunteers of your organization. You are an american of the most outstanding character and a true american hero. It brings smiles to the faces of soldiers when they recieve things from perfect strangers who go out of there way to better our time here. It shows us that people really do care about us and that there are people that support us. I read the artctiles on your webpages about your flag displays I will be home on leave in Febuary me and my wife will be traveling to Massachusetts for a few days during my leave and I plan to see your flag displays these are one of the things that make you our hero you are not afraid to show your love of soldiers and you dont quit even when others try to stand in your way in that sense you are a soldier at heart you put your mission first and you never quit just like us. If there is any thing I can do for your organization please let me know I would be honored to help.
Sincerely, SGT Michael J Slater
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I just want to say, all the way from Iraq, "Thank You" to my family back in Connecticut for their undying love and support. I know I am missing so much, but always know that "I'm out here on the front lines, sleep in peace tonight, American Soldier, I'm an American," (Toby Keith). I love and miss you terribly. Love always, Jeni
Jeni
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I just want to say "Thank You" ahead of time. Every little thing that is sent is a HUGE deal here. I originally enlisted in the CT National Guard, then signed up for Active Army. I love New England and I can't wait to get home to my kids who are in CT.
JENNIFER GESSNER
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I just want to say, all the way from Iraq, "Thank You" to my family back
in Connecticut for their undying love and support. I know I am missing so
much, but always know that "I'm out here on the front lines, sleep in
peace tonight, American Soldier, I'm an American," (Toby Keith). I love
and miss you terribly.
Love always, Jeni
Jennifer Anne Gessner
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Thank you to all who wrote letters to our military members such as myself.
Military life can be difficult and therefore we appreciate your support.
A1C Henderson Aaron, U.S.A.F.
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I just wanted to say thank you on your efforts to make it a little better
for our troops. As a wife of an Army medic whom was over in Iraq, I
appreciate the help of getting care packages to them. The license plates
are a great idea. Thank you from an Army wife and Spc.Thomas Knight.
Hoorha!
Heidi Knight
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Hello, my name is John Sakowicz and I am a Marine currently deployed to
Iraq. I was a fortunate recipient of a beautiful Polarfleece Blanket
from a care package sent by your organization. I wanted to thank each
and every one of you for your support. After reading the letter enclosed
I realized what a small world we live in. All the places mentioned on it
were familiar. I was born in Lawrence and graduated from Central
Catholic in 1980. Ever since, I have chosen to serve my country as a
Marine. I am proud to be a Marine and just as proud of everyone who
supports us like you. Thank you and God bless.
John Sakowicz September 22, 2006
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I just wanted to thank you for the wonderful package that I received from
your organization! Everything was greatly appreciated! Glad to see an
organization out there, like yourselves, supporting us out here.
Especially from New England!
Sgt. Charles Glass-July 8,2006 (former New Englander/Caper Codder
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I wanted to say that license plate idea is a great one. I have seen other
org's doing the same thing, breast cancer, firefighter's,etc. Keep up the
fine work and my check is going out soon. God Bless our troops and the
U.S.A.!! "Semper Fi"
Sharkey-July 1, 2006
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From a Cape Codder and fellow soldier here in Iraq....Keep up the good work! It is not going unnoticed! HOOAH!
Sgt Glass, Charles
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What you have created is wonderful! Working with the Weber Foundation and it's FREEDOM FUND, I know the hard work that goes into fundraising etc. I am sending your website to the folks I work with, asking them to buy a numberplate and pass it on to their friends. I hope we can help you out. Sincerely, Alice (I met you in Whitman at the VFW event)
Alice Zinkevich
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Thank you for posting the list of items. Two friends and I started a drive at our school to send care packages to troops and we used the list of items for and idea of what could be donated.
Kevin Lampi
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Thank you for all that you do for the troops!
Family of SPC Johnathan E Johnston on March 12, 2006
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Thank you for supporting the troops here in Iraq. The packages are a great reminder of how the folks at home support us. Thank you on behalf of the soldiers for your Patriotism. It is greatly appreciated.
MSG Jason Oneail-Merrimack Valley, MA on March 12, 2006
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Thanks for the care packages and e-mails. The magazines are great. Again thank for being an American and thank for supporting the troops. It really does mean a lot to us.
SFC Michael Cawley-Seabrook on May 23, 2005March 12, 2006
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Thank you for the flag display on the bridges in Medford.
Mea-Medford, MA on April 22, 2004
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I am the proud mother of a Marine stationed in Fallujah, Iraq. I wanted to thank you for the magnificent display of flags on the route 93 over passes here in Medford, MA. Although I am legally blind I am able to see the flags very well. My heart is filled with such pride and gratitude each time I pass them. Your dedication to the men and women of our military is monumental.
Debra -Medford, MA on April 21, 2004
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Thank you so much for doing that tribute to all the military people serving in Iraq. My boyfriend has been out there for 3 months now and it is always nice to know that there are people like you supporting them. I hope you have a greta day and God Bless, thanks again.
Stacey on May 19, 2004
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Thank you for all the hard work that your organization does as it really is fantastic and it boost the morale of the families and the soldiers.
Randi Mayfield on Original post July 7, 2004
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I just wanted to say thank you for the e-mail and thank you for the article, you made my Father's day awesome even though I am in Iraq. Keep up spreading the American Spirit. Thank you.
Jim Barry June 20, 2004
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I just wanted to thak you again for everthing your doing for the troops.
CPL Alex Santiago USMC on January 9,2005
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Thank you so much for mailing our care packages to Iraq.
Janet Labrecque on April 23, 2005
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I am Sgt. John Lenotte's wife and I just wanted to thank you personally and your organization for your kindness with the care packages.
Jen Lenotte May 23, 2005
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I just wanted to thak you for the way that you have decorated some bridges in NH. These bridges strike me each and every time I either drive by or under them. Thanks so much for doing this. On behalf of my own family members serving over there in the Middle East, thank you and may god bless America!
Laura Browning August 18, 2003
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Just a note to let you know that my son Jim was pleasantly surprised when his wife forwarded him your photo of his 'yellow ribbon' displayed on the bridge. It made him feel real special!.
Jean Travers on January 6, 2004
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First I like to thank you and your organization for all you have done for our military. Thanks for all you have done to keep up the morale. It's been a long year.
Mike and Pam Bertrand on March 8, 2004
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I heard from a friend about the decorated bridges and just wanted to let you know I am very grateful that there are people out there that care about the soldiers even after the war. Thank you so much.
SPC Paradis, Christopher, U.S. Army April 22, 2004
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I wanted to say thak you for the care package and for the yellow ribbon displayed of the Rt 213 bridge. I am sad to say the salsa and chips didn't make the journey to well here to Baghdad. But I licked the cheese and salsa off the football and all is well (go Pats). Scouts Out!!! John
Spc John Lawton February 13, 2004
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the incredible support and generosity you gave throughout the year and with our homecoming. I was very touched and proud that someone had devoted the time and effort to show support for the men and women of the Armed Forces. The bridges decorated and the banners welcoming us back home were awesome! Also, I greatly appreciated the folder with the pictures,letter and card. It's nice to know someone back home supports us in the manner that you did.
Mark Fiorentini December 26, 2003
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God Bless you and your organization for what you all do for the troops.
The Daigles 2004
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Thank you and your organization for your devoted service to the troops.
H.J. Orchard 2004
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I just wanted to thank you for the great care package you have sent me. I received it yesterday and the treats are great, especially the Gold Fish snacks. they do not sell them here in Germany. I am glad to know that there are people an organization like yours from my hometown that are supporting us here and abroad defending our American way of life and assuring the rest of the world has the capabilty of having the same freedoms that we have now!
SSgt Shawn Hollins 435TH LRS/LGRFIR on Feb 2, 2004
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First off, thank you! I received your magazines. Words can't describe how greatful and appreciative we are to have organizations like New England caring for our Military supporting us out here.
We have been out here for sometime now and we are constantly in conditions of incertainty.As soon as we get letters and packages in the mail from ordinary or I should say extraordinary people like from your organization it puts us back in touch with why we are here and what we are fighting for. The support we have back home is very uplifting and satisfying and something I never would have imagined. Thank you for your support.
Sgt. Sydney Cox, HSC368th ENCBT BN (M) on October 27, 2004
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I have recently received some of the packages you forwarded here to Iraq. I can't thank you enough for your gracious support of the troops that are stationed here. We have all been amazed by the level of support and commitment demonstrated by the people of our country.
Fortunately, my time here is theater is nearly over and later this week I will begin the long process of pulling out and rotating back to the states. It's been nearly a year since I was last there. I ahve ensured that the items and materials that you sent are distributed amongst the soldiers that are replacing us. Thanks again for all your support and help.
Major Tony Ricci on Feb 3, 2004
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I have recently received some of the packages you forwarded here to Iraq. I can't thank you enough for your gracious support of the troops that are stationed here. We have all been amazed by the level of support and commitment demonstrated by the people of our country.
Fortunately, my time here is theater is nearly over and later this week I will begin the long process of pulling out and rotating back to the states. It's been nearly a year since I was last there. I ahve ensured that the items and materials that you sent are distributed amongst the soldiers that are replacing us. Thanks again for all your support and help.
Major Tony Ricci on Feb 23, 2004
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My name is Cpl Robyn Winsper and I am with Alpha 118th ASMB (area support medical battalion). We are stationed here in Taji for the next 10 months. I received your package and I thank you. I've placed your package you sent and it's contents in our medical center for my fellow soldiers. I belive this way you will get a response from a variety of soldiers from all over.
My finacee' Sgt Joe Wheeler and I have been in the country for three months. We are both residents of Methuen and have seen the Howe Street bridge and it's all beautiful on a daily basis. Again, we thank you for all your time and efforts to show us the support we have back home. It's such a wonderful feeling to know that there are organization and people such as you making a statement and passing on the message for all of us.
Cpl Robyn Winsper and Sgt Joe Wheeler on April 25, 2004
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I appreciate everything you are doing for the soldies, the bridges look beautiful. I showed the pictures to all the Marines and it motivated them. I thank you so much for the magazines and the phone cards. It was greatly appreciated. I am looking forward to meeting you when I get home. I should be coming home in mid-December then I am doing active duty at Fort Devins for 3 months.I appreciate everything you have done for me, Thanks again.
Sgt Brian Vitale-USMC-!st BN,25th MAR H&S CO, on Oct 27, 2004
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Thank you for what your organization is doing for our servicemen and women.
Original post 2003
Mrs. Downes on March 11, 2006
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I have received a few packages from you and want to thank you all very much for your gifts. They really help out us troops alot and lift up our spirits in the worst of times when we receive packages. THANK YOU ALL!
SPC Keith Demers on April 15, 2006
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We are so greatful to people and organizations like yours. Thank you for your support.
E-5 Susan Jerrim on April 6, 2006
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Thank you for all your support. You'll never know how much it means to us.
E-3 Charles Reddy on April 6, 2006
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Thank you for letting these men and women know that they are not forgotten!
Family of Kerry Ebueng on April 5, 2006
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I would like to thank everybody who supports us. Thank you
SPC Kalene Nieves on April 4, 2006
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I want to say thank you for everything that you do. It is because of programs like yours that help us here get a taste from back home again.
Thank you.
PFC Dalila Perez on April 4, 2006
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Thank you so much for all that you are doing for the troops here and abroad. God Bless you!
Nicole Pace on April 4, 2006
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Thank you for all you do! Your support and caring is greatly appreciated!
Sgt Brock Budash on April 4, 2006
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Thanks in advance for anything you can do for us. We appreciate your support and it is nice to know we are loved while we are away from home.
Donna Kinder on April 4, 2006
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Dear Sir/Madam
Thank you for all the support that gives us a huge energy in the battle field, at the same time we feel that there are people that also care about us.
Redouane on April 4, 2006
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Dear Sir,
We returned from Iraq in Jan after a year long tour of duty.
Words cannot describe how grateful and how much it meant to my troops and myself when we received the care packages. It meant alot to us and please accept our thanks for you generous support.
May God bless you all and it's folks like you that make our duties worthwhile.
take care and
GO RED SOX !!!!
SFC Pierre Pion on March 22, 2006
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Just wanted to let you know that we appreciate the time, money and effort your organization has spent in sending us items to share with the children of Afghanistan as well as with the American troops here in Southern Afghanistan. Your donations are received by a small team of U.S. soldiers tasked with training and mentoring the Afghan National Army (ANA) units, with a goal of assisting the country of Afghanistan in building a truly professional and self-sufficient military organization. In this role, we have a rare and amazing opportunity to interact with rural Afghans on a regular basis and thus able to deliver your donations directly into the hands of many children. I want to ensure you that your donations are bringing many smiles to some of the most impoverished communities in the region, if not the world.
We continue to receive an extremely generous supply of food items, clothing, toys and school supplies every week from individuals, businesses, and organizations across the globe. Our team will continue to do our best in making sure these items are delivered to those most in need. Thanks again and please share our gratitude with anyone who has helped with this charity.
Captain Andre Sison on March 21, 2006
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Thank you for all you do for the troops! They must not be forgotten and neither should their families.
Herbarina on March 21, 2006
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Words can't express our gratitude for all you do for our service men and women. Truly amazing! Thank you for the reminders on the bridges, the care packages and all the other supportive measures helping not only our military personnel but their families too.
Artie, Joyce & family on March 21, 2006
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Thank you for your support that give us a huge energy in the battle field, in the same time we feel that there are people also care about us. These our Address in the Combat Zone if you would live to send care packages for all my fellow soldiers. We really appreciate your effort and your help. Thank you 0ur regards (all my fellow soldiers)
SPC Taouil Bouchaib on March 15, 2006
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We all appreciate the support we receive from back home. Thank you.
SrA Tobias Salloum-Akron Ohio on March 15, 2006
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We are thankful for all that we received.
SSG Velma A. Jones on March 15, 2006
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Was home last spring and got to go to a Fenway game. After game drove from Boston to Vermont to see parents and realized how much I miss New England.
SFC Pierre Pion on March 15, 2006
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Thank you for your support.
Senoir Airman Matthew Ritchie on March 15, 2006
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We as soldiers get thanks but it is you as civilians, family members, friends and relatives....just people going out of their way to do something nice for the sake of seeing that a person far away from home and the comforts of it are taken care of and loved. I want to say thank you to you all because if not for you, I don't think we would be able to perform our mission with as much hope as you give us. Thank you!
PV2 Samantha Jo Ruth Garand on March 15, 2006
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We all thank you for your support with the troops here in Iraq.
PFC Kody Land on March 15, 2006
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Our unit received thier packages, thank you so much.....
Sgt Johnnie Clark on March 15, 2006
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We received your care packages today. Thank you so much! We had a good time opening the boxes and looking through them. We enjoyed eating treats that we cannot find here. Thank you again!
Received February 18, 2006
SSgt Stephanie M. Goe on March 15, 2006
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I want to thank you for helping out our troops.
Family of Spc Keith Demers on March 12, 2006
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