9 Moons Ago

Several months ago I received an email from a friend, telling me that there was a care package being made up in the States that would soon be sent to the Troops in the Middle East. She asked if I would like to participate, and I was so glad to get the chance to help send a bit of love and support to the soldiers who were missing home and family. I offered to write a letter, which would then be printed up and sent along with the package, and was told that letters were among the most treasured items in the care packages. The mailing was a small-ish, private mailing and it made me feel good to have contributed to it.

Today I got a message from another friend (Thanks, Christina!) inviting me to post a website that makes it possible for anyone, anywhere to send a note of support to the troops.

Here is what she said:

“I was hoping you could do me a favor and post a website on your blog. It is Let’s Say Thanks

This website is a way that anyone can send a card with a message to troops in Iraq. I know that there are many feelings regarding the war and our (United States) involvement. But the truth of the matter is the troops are there from all over the world. I can not imagine what it is like being so far from home and my loved ones. This is a way to add cheer to their day and express your own feelings. ”

The site has card illustrations from children and children can also submit a design of their own for possible use in the future.
I’ll keep a link to this site under my family and friends section, as well.

One of my favorite quotes is, “We cannot all do great things, but we can do small things with great love.” …. this is one of those things that doesn’t take much time or effort and can make a world of difference to someone.

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