Remember Our Troops During the Holidays
Christmas and Hanukkah Are Approaching and Our Troops Have Earned Our Appreciation
It can be a time of loneliness for America's sons and daughters, but it also can be a time of hopefulness and joy as they celebrate with those that are experiencing the same feelings. The military provides many events to soften the affects of being away from home during the holidays. After almost 40 years I recall the late Bob Hope bringing an uplifting message of support to the troops in Vietnam during the Christmas of 1967. The USO was always there to uplift our spirits and let us know that America cared.
Now our troops are engaged in a war in Iraq and Afghanistan. Will you do a little to help them? Can you find it in your heart to send a card, message or small token of appreciation? You can be assured you that it will be appreciated and it will be remembered forever. You can send a gift or simply donate a few dollars to support our troops.
Here are some links to web sites that will send a gift or message to one or more of our soldiers. The familiar refrain, "it is better to give than receive" does not apply in this case as the recipient will remember receiving a gift during the holidays forever after. As I sit by the Christmas tree with family, I will always remember not only Bob Hope, but the small gift I received from America almost 40 years ago.
http://www.usocares.org/src/uso_home.htm
http://www.treatsfortroops.com/
Published by Clark Richards
Clark Richards is a retired soldier, business owner and teacher that has traveled extensively throughout Europe, South America, Asia and Australia. View profile
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6 Comments
Post a CommentThe best gift would be to bring the troops in Iraq home for the holidays.
Great post. Will pass this along. It makes me consider the Christmas my cousin, the marine, will be spending in Iraq this year.
Informative info!!
Excellent info Jack, consider this piece forwarded.
Thanks for sharing this valuable information. I will forward this along to all my friends. I think it is important that the troops know they are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless them each and everyone.
To All: A heartfelt thanks to any that might chose to remember our soldiers during the holidays. If you can, please forward the links to any that you feel may be inclined to donate or perhaps you know of other reputable sites that will forward a gift or message to our troops.