Starbucks Becoming A Tradition

We heard from Chris today and all is well at COP Cashe. Today was a long day but was relatively quite so it was a great day. He was very excited that he got the Starbucks package from the Middlebrooks yesterday. He said the guys have started a tradition of sharing a round of Starbucks before their shift is over. They are thoroughly enjoying the coffee and now look forward to their daily Starbucks ritual. The troop is so appreciative of the coffee and says it really keeps them pumped!

He said he had another gourmet favorite besides the Top Ramen. He is really enjoying the Hormel Completes, his most favorite being the Chicken and Dumplings. It makes me feel so good to know that the things he's getting in his care packages really seem to be things he likes and looks forward to. I know he enjoys the magazines he gets periodically and even had to go back and read some of them again recently when the mail got detained. He also received the flag that was flown over the capitol in their honor. He had not put it up yet but had already picked out a perfect place to display it. He also said that he would make sure that the flag returns home with him so he could proudly display it at his new home. I think I enjoy sending the weekly care packages as much as he enjoys getting them. Right now, sending him things is about all I can do to show him how much he is loved and missed.

It is always so wonderful to hear from Chris and when he is so upbeat and bubbly it is even better. I thank God everyday that Chris has such a positive attitude. He is so blessed to have so many people in his life that care so much. Thanks again to everyone that is standing behind him and helping him to get through this deployment.

Just a reminder for those that are in need of packing supplies...

The United States Postal Service is offering free packing materials to spouses and families of military members who are deployed overseas.

To take advantage of this service call:1-800-610-8734 and press 1 (for English & then 3 for an operator), alternate direct line 1-800-527-1950 and they will send you free boxes, packing materials, tape and mailing labels. These products are to be used to mail care packages to service members. Make sure you ask for CARE KIT 4.

You will receive:
5 - 7"x7"x6" boxes
5 - 12"x12"x8" boxes
1 - Roll of tape
15 custom forms
10 address labels
5 - tyvek bags (water proof and non tear)
Call this number to order: 1-800-610-8734 (Press 1 for English and then 3 for operator).