Hi guys,
here are ways to feel and spread that Christmas spirit
you can write checks or actually go shopping
I’m sending a package to Ginnyjulie’s nephew; I’m sure he’d love to share extra packages or

Anyone else want to add their deployed loved one to receive cards?

other suggestions

https://usowishbook.uso.org/templates/landing-product.aspx?cid=193&rid=0

http://www.operationshoebox.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=30&Itemid=2
****scroll down a bit to get to the grid box with different options for helping

There are numerous other worthy agencies such as Wounded Warrior Project

Involve your kids!

and let’s not forget needs close to home also: United Way, Salvation Army, Marines’Toys for Tots,
I know things are tight for most everyone, they are for us, but think of something you could maybe give up; super sizing lol, magazine off the shelf, that 3rd beer at the pub, fancy pre made bows for your packages, IDK WHATEVER, even 5 bucks is put to good use!!!!

http://www.give2thetroops.org/items.htm list of items suggested for soldier’s gift box

http://www.ustroopcarepackage.com/ another list also includes items for Walter Reed Hospital

http://www.adoptaplatoon.org/new/pdf/care.pdf a really good list with restricted items ie no pork etc… and mailing tips

shoot, while perusing , I did see one organization that emphasizes(sp?) soldiers who are in more remote areas and not just in Afghanistan, Can’t remember which one! I’m way too heavy lidded to go searching again. Maybe someone else knows which organization it is and will post.

Anyhoo, just a reminder that time for timely delivery is counting down

thanks everyone!