8/31
Dear Troops,
As the proud mother of a soldier in the 325/82nd Air I send
all of you my
good thoughts, wishes and prayers. I pray daily for all of you!
I pray for your
families left to carry on state side without you. The opening days
of school
are soon upon us in the US...unfortunately many of those children
spent their
summer vacation missing a loved one. Know that we support you and
pray for you
daily...my love to my son "Moose" in Afghanistan! Your
wife and kids, and the
new boo-boo due to join us in November are all doing well. We miss
and love
you....Love...Mom & Dad
----
August
25
Thanks! What
else is there to say. Your sacrifices to protect our freedom
is what honor is all about.
We pray for all of you and
for your safe return to your families.
Danovich Family
Tempe, Arizona
----
August 18
To all the men and women serving in our Armed Forces:
Thank you, on behalf of all of my family for protecting us. We
hope you
don't listen to the so-called "main stream" media because
they are not in touch
with America or Americans. We are all behind you and what
you are doing.
We're very proud of all of you!! Keep up the good work and come
home safe when
your job is done.
The BoBo Family
Fountain Hills, Arizona
---- August 17, 2005
Thank
you and God bless you. Thank all of you for your service.
Everyone is thinking of you and wish you a speedy return home.
Leona Galas
Sun City West, Arizona
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July 14, 2005
Dear Troops,
We would like to THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts for all
that you do for
us back home. We give you our 100% support and prayers. I have
put all military
personel on the prayer list at work. I work in a convent in the
office and all
the sisters always tell me that they pray for my husband and all
the military
troops. I am a wife of a SFC Army National Guard in Wi. and have
two children
and we are VERY PROUD of my Husband/their Dad, we miss him very
much and pray
for all troops to have a safe return home!! We can't Thank You
enough for all
the hard work you do for us and for putting your life on the line
for us. We
haven't forgotten the ones that have fallen and will always remember
them. We
don't listen to the negitivity on the news but we do spread the
good news to
everyone so they can see the good that you all are doing and that
your lives
are meaningful to us. THANKS AGAIN!!! GOD SPEED TO YOU ALL!!!!
Your Friend in Jesus,
Laura of Wi.
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July 3, 2005
Dear Troops,
As we begin our 4th of July celebration you are ever more in our
hearts and our
prayers. You are doing a job no one wants and yet you do it with
pride,
dignity and compassion. We remember that you have left everything
you know and
love to travel to a far off land to not only protect your homeland
but to help
serve the countries of the middle east. May God continue to guide
your steps
and keep you safe until you come home again. Many thanks to all
of you; for
your valor, courage and sacrifice. We think of you every day. God
Bless.
~The Fumi Family
Columbus, Ohio
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June 23, 2005 There is not a day that goes by that all of you are
not in my heart and my
mind...I thank you, and my family thanks you for the hard and noble
work you
are doing. It might be a "job" to you, but it means freedom
and life for so
many...THANK YOU and God bless you.
Sue F.
Tustin, CA
Proud Mother-in-law of an Army Sgt.
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June 15, 2005 To all
the Men & Women
fighting for our freedom....THANK YOU! Despite what you may hear
from the liberal media, the American people do support and appreciate
what you are doing for us. My prayers are with all of you for your
safety and for your families during your absence. May the Lord
bring all of you home safely.
Cheryl B. in Colorado Springs, CO
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May
31, 2005
SEMPER
PHI MARINE,
MY WIFE LIZ AND I PRAY EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN
COME HOME SAFE AND UNHARMED. WE HOPE IN SOME SMALL WAY THIS MISTER
MAKES YOUR LIFE A LITTLE
BIT EASIER. NONE OF US CAN EVER BEGIN TO REPAY YOU FOR YOUR BRAVE
AND SELFLESS EFFORTS TO PRESERVE OUR FREEDOM AND WAY OF LIFE IN
THESE GREAT UNITED STATES. WE
PRAY TO GOD EACH AND EVERY DAY YOU VANQUISH OUR ENEMIES AND RETURN
HOME SAFELY. RESPECTFULLY,
PAUL AND LIZ BLACKBURN
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August 21
Message:
good luck to all of you and God bless you! I hope this helps, and
thank you from the bottom of my heart for protecting my 9 year old
son and my family. I believe in our cause there and I believe in
all of you. Good luck and again, Thank you.
Amy S.
Peoria, Arizona
Proud American
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August 11
Dear Definders of Freedom,
There are no
words to adequately thank you, every single one of you, for the
devotion to duty, sacrifice, and hard work that you have done and
continue to do to keep USA free. You are serving the greatest country
in the world, The United States of America!
To know that
you have aided in giving liberation to so many in that part of the
world, while keeping the United States free must give you a sense
of pride, accomplishment, and honor. You are all HEROES.
I am sure it
is difficult to be away from your family and loved ones, during
that time your military family is there with you and for you. So
many people remember you and your families daily in prayer throughout
this nation.
Carolee, Ahwautukee,
Arizona (Sonoran Desert resident)
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July
27
Dearest
Troops everywhere,
Words cannot
possibly express the very deep gratitude and love and prayers we
send your way each and every day. Your bravery and patriotism cannot
be rivaled. We love you ALL very much and we want you to know you
are daily in our thoughts and prayers. Do not let the VERY large
mouths of the VERY small
minority that you hear about make you feel down or sad because the
MAJORITY is always behind you 110%. Unfortunately these minority
geeks get all the publicity. Everyone at home appreciates you!!!
:D
God bless each
and everyone of you,
Debbie & Family
MUCHO hugs to
you all!!!
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July
26
I
can not tell you how grateful I am for what you are doing. You are
helping make the world a safer place for my 3 children to grow up
in. You are heroes and my children know it. May God bless you and
watch over you.
You are in My Prayers
Tammy B
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July 23
I want to thank
all of you from the bottom of my heart for all that you have done
to free the Iraqies and bring us hope that one day the evil ones
of the earth will no longer exist. I thank your families for their
support and
sacrifice as well.
I thank God
every day for brave souls such as yours and grieve for those who
lost their lives so that we can live free here at home. Their sacrifice
will not be forgotton by all of us who believe this war was right.
God bless you
Joan Gagne
Fullerton, Ca
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July
10
To Our Troops,
May God bless you and guide you in all that you
do for our great country. Your sacrifice from your families is appreciated despite what the liberal media wants
you to believe.
Without your actions we will have the terrorist’s
action here and I use to work for an airline that laid me off in December of 2001 and as far as I am concerned you have my full permission
of taking any action necessary to have the enemy be dissolved in oblivion.
May God Bless you all,
Robert N. A.
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July
09
To
all our troops overseas and to all our service men and women I say
thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Words cannot express my gratefulness to you all. I am a navy spouse.
I know also of the great sacrifices of the spouses and other family
members. My heart goes out to all the families who have to endure
these long separations. I really feel that we are doing the right
thing and sometimes doing the right thing is not always supported
by everyone.
I do believe that the vast majority do truly support what we are
doing. Don't listen to the liberal media and the Michael Moore's
of the country. What do they know!!!!!!!!!! you are doing the right
and honorable thing. The people of America are with you. We know
we have to take the fight to the terrorists in other parts of the
world to keep us safe here at home. And thanks to brave and honorable
people like you we are safe. THANK YOU
AND GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Karen
H.
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June
21, 2004
To
all of you brave men and women serving in Iraq: There are no words
to express the appreciation and admiration my family and I have
for you. Please don't pay attention to the minority liberal media.
They do not
express the majority of our great nation....which is heartfelt support
for all of you in harm's way. I pray to God to keep you all safe,
and for the joyful day when we can take down our yellow ribbons
because you
have returned home safely. We have experienced what your families
are going through. Our oldest son (37) served during Desert Storm
in 1991, as well as two of my nephews. My son and my oldest nephew
were in the Air Force stationed at the Central Command at Macdill
AFB in Tampa, Florida. My younger nephew was a Marine. I am very
interested in writing to as many of you that would like to be "pen
pals". Anyone who wishes to correspond with me can email me
at DSG_PAG@webtv.net. Keep up the great work! I am proud, and your
country is proud, of each and every one of you. God bless you all,
and God be with each of you, and protect
you, and safely bring you home.
Respectfully,
Patsy Green
Sarasota, Florida
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MESSAGES FROM 2003
Sept.
20
Thank You sounds so empty. Yet the words have not been invented
to convey My heart felt feelings for the job that you are doing.
I know that I am not able to be there with you, So I daily remember
you in my prayers. also the loved ones that you had to leave behind.
You are serving your country and YOU HAVE
MADE US PROUD>>>>> GOD SPEED AND TAKE CARE<<<<
SHERYL S., FAIRMOUNT IN.
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EVERY DAY I
PRAY FOR ALL OF OUR TROOPS ACROSS THIS WORLD. THERE IS NO FINE'
ER PLACE ON THIS EARTH,THAN THE BIRTH PLACE OF FREEDOM THE UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA. THERE IS ONLY ONE TRUE HOME OF FREEDOM. YOU ARE
THE DEFENDERS OF THAT FREEDOM &
I THANK YOU !
Let us have faith that right makes might, and in
that faith, let us to the end, dare to do our duty as we understand
it. - Abraham Lincoln
YOU THE BRAVE MEN & WOMEN OF OUR ARMED SERVICES ARE THE BEST.
I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Richard H. S.
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I RECEIVED THE EMAIL PICTURE OF YOUR TROOP FROM FRIENDS, AND WAS
VERY GRATEFUL FOR IT. THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU WHO ARE THERE PROTECTING
NOT ONLY THE U.S., BUT THE PEOPLE THERE ESPECIALLY. YOUR COURAGE,
BRAVERY AND COMMITTMENT TO SERVE YOUR COUNTRY IS BEYOND WHAT WORDS
CAN CONVEY. YOU ARE LOVED, THOUGHT OF WITH PRAYERS AND SO APPRECIATED
EVERYDAY. MAY YOUR LIVES AND THE LIVES OF YOUR FAMILIES BACK HOME
BE BLESSED RICHLY!!
Joy B.
Murrieta, CA
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Dear US Troops,
I cannot begin to put words to paper that describes
not only how thankful I am to have such a wonderful group of folks
defending us, but how proud I am of our Military Men and Women.
My husband and I pray for you all every night.
Thanks again and God Bless and protect each and
everyone of you!
Mrs. Randy D.
Near Tyler Texas
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Sept. 19
AS A VET I THANKS
YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND MY PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU FORMER
ARMY MEDIC US 52606905 GOD BE WITH YOU ALL.
Bernie W.
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To all who are serving their country-
Please know that your sacrifice is appreciated, that you are in
our prayers. We pray for your safety, for your peace of mind, and
for your families back home, that they may also have peace.
We pray that
God is with you always, and that His comfort will make life a bit
more bearable.
Russ & Gini
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Sept. 18
HI I AM JUST
A LITTLE BIT THAT PRESIDENT BUSH PUT OUR TROOPS OVER THERE, I DO
NOT AGREE WITH HIS DECISION, I DO BELIEVE WE NEED PEACE WORLD WIDE,
BUT SURELY THERE HAD TO BE OTHER WAYS, WE SO APPRECIATE YOU DON'T
GET ME WRONG, MY HUSBAND WAS IN THE KOREAN WAR, MY SON WAS IN GERMANY,
AND AS YOU CAN SEE THEY ARE STILL FIGHTING, YOUR GUYS ARE SO BRAVE
AND WE CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH, I JUST HOPE WE HAVE A NEW PRESIDENT
IN 2004, TO GET THIS WORLD STRAIGHTEN OUT, THANKS AGAIN FOR PROTECTING
US, AND YOU ARE THOUGHT ABOUT DAILY AND IN OUR PRAYERS,,, GOD BLESS
YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFT , AND WE WILL BE WAITING FOR YOU GO COME HOME
, WHERE YOU BELONG,
GERALDINE AND LYLE E.
ALLEGAN MICHIGAN
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You are all
part of the finest fighting force in the world so Stay Tuff !!
All of you make us proud to be Americans. With the sacrifices all
of you are making my worst day is a holiday.
Keep up the great work.
JR
San Jose Calif.
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As a Navy combat veteran of Vietnam I want to first say thank you
for your service to our country, I appreciate your sacrifice, devotion
and dedication to duty, it's important to freedom loving people
all over the world and it makes me proud to be an American. My family
and I pray for your protection while in country and for your safe
return home.
To quote a great
American, "I
have full confidence in your courage and devotion to duty and skill
in battle. We will accept nothing less than full victory! Good luck!
And let us beseech the blessings of Almighty God upon this great
and noble undertaking." General Dwight D. Eisenhower June 6,
1944
God bless you
and God bless the United States of America!
Jim M.
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As a proud daughter of
a WWII Marine who was wounded in action on Okinawa, I am very proud
of our troops in Iraq and grateful for your sacrifice and service
- you are all heroes and we pray for your safety daily. Keep up
the good work, and may God bless all of you!
Pat
Memphis, TN
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Sept. 17
To the men and women
serving in our Armed Forces, As a former service member and the
son of a retired CSM in the Army, I just want you to know that I
am PROUD OF OUR TROOPS, and support you 100%, with my thoughts and
prayers. God Bless each and every one of you.
Ronnie L.
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Many Thanks for protecting our freedom.
God bless you and God
bless Americia.
Bill, Fort Washington,
Pa.
----
The support for all of you is so strong here, don't ever lose faith
in us. Be strong, be safe and know that we all hope to see you home
soon. Fight the good fight and remember - It's not the size of the
dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog.
Hang in there. Godspeed.
--
You kids are
in my prayers! Plase come home soon. Take Care.
Eugene R. C.
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Sept. 16
Thank you for your sacrifice, your courage and your
dedication. You have not been forgotten. Many people are praying
for you daily. We will keep praying for you until you all come safely
home.
God Bless and
Keep you!
With Gratitude,
Sherry
California
--
May God watch over YOU and keep your loved ones strong while you
are serving our country.
May the nations on which soil you are fighting and
giving the ultimate sacrifice come to realize that all of you are
there to help them.!!
You and your families are in my daily prayers.
THANK YOU!
A granny in Texas.
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My thoughts
are with you. There are no words that are enough to thank you. May
you come home soon and safe. You folks are our true heroes.
Linda M.
Ocean City Md
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Support for OUR Troops from; Taneytown Maryland
We want to take a moment to pay tribute to all the fine men and
women of ALLBranches of the Military fighting for our FREEDOM. We
in America are so very proud of our military!! Our hearts swell
with pride as we read of your countless acts of bravery, heroism,
and compassion. The victory of HOPE for the future of THE WORLD.
America's finest are taking the fight to the terrorists. WE ARE
WITH YOU! God protect each and every soldier and bring them back
home safely.
Semper - Fi
United We Stand
God Bless America
Former Marine and Family;
Bruce, Mary, Sean & Steve B.
"Once a Marine Always a Marine"
"OORRAHH"
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Sept.
15
It is so hard
to find the words to thank you for all you are doing for us. Your
sacrifice is so great. God Bless you all and may you come home soon.
My prayers will always be with you and your families.
"Life is
not measured by the number of breaths we take,
but by the moments that take our breath away."
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There is no way to express the feelings of THANKS for what you are
doing for our country. We are truly thankful for our troops and
the job they are doing.
You are TRUE
men of honor!!
May God bring
you home safely. We love you!
Jodie A.
Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S.A.
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Please accept
the thanks of a fellow American......thankful of the blessings of
this nation.....and aware of the sacrifices you all make to keep
our country free and safe. God bless you all.
Ron M.
Mount Joy, PA
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Hello! Beyond
any words or actions can state, I wanted to thank you, from the
bottom of my heart, for your bravery in protecting our freedom and
our country! My thoughts and prayers are with you all and also with
your families and friends! I love you guys!
Fran
New Jersey
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Thanks men,
we won't forget you guys either. God bless from Vandenberg Air Force
Base, California.
James B.
Contracts Technical
Representative
----
We are so thankful
for the job you are doing over in Iraq. We think about you and whisper
prayers for you often. We want you to know that: WE REMEMBER YOU
TOO!
With Love & prayer,
Mike and Jodi A.
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Hello To All Of You....My
Brothers and Sisters....My Sons and Daughters !
This is coming to you
from the Daughter-In-Law of a Marine, the wife of a Retired AF MSgt./Disabled
Veteran, and the mother of a former US Army member who served in
the Gulf War.
How well I know of the
sacrifices made...not only by the troops, but by their families,
as well ! Because of this knowledge, I find it imperative that all
of you who are still serving away from your loved ones, know Exactly
how much you are appreciated and loved, and how much Gratitude is
sent out each day...in the form of thoughts and prayers, and how
Desperately, we, as Americans need you, and need to thank you for
the jobs you are doing !!
Our gratitude and appreciation
knows no bounds, and words can never truely express those feelings.
So....I most humbly offer the sincerest, the most grateful "THANK
YOU" that mere words can express !
KGS, Alabama
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I am proud to be an American and know that the men and women defending
our rights and freedom will not go unnoticed. May God bless and
see you home safely.
Mari in Maryland
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I wanted to let ya'll know I pray for each and everyone of you to
come home safe. May God be with you and your families.
Becky
--
Thank you for all your sacrifices you have ALL given so selflessly
for all of the rest of us at home-and the rest of the world! Come
home Safely and soon!
Jim Z.
Arlington Wa. USA
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Sept.
14
THANK YOU GUYS
FOR THE JOB YOU ARE DOING. WE APPRECIATE YOUR CARE AND GOD BE WITH
YOU ALWAYS, AND BRING YOU SAFELY HOME TO EACH FAMILY REPRESENTED.
LOVE, AND PRAYERS FOR YOU,
VELORA F.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you everyday.
We stand proud of all your work and of the challenges ahead. Never
doubt your purpose for you will certainly make a meaningful difference
in our world in search of a safe and peaceful tomorrow.
Your fellow patriot
--
This came from
the "Baker " company and I had tears in my eyes when I
read this. I also want to share with you, my oldest brother was
with the BAKER BANDITS many years ago and his name was Lt. Col Phil
Dierickx. He was known to his troops as "THE OLE TOP, "
He is gone now, and we all miss him, but I sure he is watching out
for all of you guys. Take care, and you are all in our prayers.
Terri E., Elephant Butte NM.
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Thank You very much! Just wish we could take out
saddam and bin laudin get our guys and gals back here with us! Notice
those two pigs names are not capitalized, they don't deserve that
sort of respect! How anyone can forget that day that they killed
all of our innocent people is beyond me but some Americans are very
fickle. They loose their anger and forget what they saw! That will
never happen here those horrific images are imbedded in my brain
and heart!
What you are doing is a wonderful thing. Keep it up!
Thank You,
Wanny
Newark, Calif
---.
Sept.
13
We haven't forgotten our thoughts and prayers are
with you. I worry as much about all of you as much as I did about
my brother during desert storm keep safe and find the creeps that
did this to us. Don't worry about the Democrats politicians here,
nobody listens to them anyway. I'm very proud of all you.
Mel K. A.F. VET
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To every one of our troops,
Thank you for
your gallant service and sacrifice. We love you, and so appreciate
what you are doing. Top Jobe, thanks for the wonderful 9-11 tribute.
All of you are making a critical difference. The other terrorist-harboring
nations are feeling the heat.
Remember, the
louder the liberal "news" media squeal, the more effective
you've been.
God bless and protect you,
Don H.
3rd Marine Air Wing, 1974-1977
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Dearest Marines,
My brother Jim
email-forwarded the photo of your beautiful, powerful, personal
display for 9/11. Thank you so much. Brother Jim is a FDNY hero
(he wouldn't admit it) and so was his brother-in-law, Orio Palmer,
a FDNY Chief who someday will be noticed as the true "Audie
Murphy " of 9/11.
After almost
a year of not knowing what happened to Orio, in late August 2002
we heard Orio's words on a tape that was published by the NY Times;
we learned that he had made it up to the 79th floor where the plane
hit the South Tower - a site of great carnage. Because he was great
at his job, and fit (a marathon runner), he was able to get up there
m(a miracle). We heard him giving instructions on how to save the
hurt people, and the last transmission, where he was instructing
felllow firefighters about how to get up to where he was to help
the wounded, well, that last trnsmission was 20 seconds or so before
the first, south tower fell. F--K. He didn't make it. I think he
was a great hero, and he would probably tell me that I was overstating
the case.
I wasn't. I'm not.
Thankyou for the beautiful memorial, for doing it
even in the midst of all you are going through. Keep up the wonderful
work. Hang in., Come home and be safe again. Join us back home here
where we need you to keep building a better and safer America. We
love and appreciate all of what you're doing.
Thank you so much. Be safe. God bless.
With appreciation and love,
A fellow American,
Mary Ann M.
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God Bless each
one of the troops who are giving of their time and their experience
to protect our country, the freedoms we enjoy and our families as
well as their own families.
We have not forgotten you and we are praying for
you and your families and for your quick and safe return. We know
you are making a great sacrifice to help others have the same type
of freedoms we have and even tho they may not yet appreciate it,
we do and we know that eventially they will also. God Bless you
each and every one.
Jim C. (a Viet Nam VET) and Cheryl C.
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Great tribute
and great photo of Baker Company. For the many, many of us civilians
back here who revere you and all our armed forces in Iraq for what
you are doing,
Sincerely yours,
David A. B.
Washington, D.C
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There are no
words to express to all of you men and women in uniform how much
your protecting Our Country and our families mean to me. The news
is all hype........we love you all dearly, just wish I was a bit
younger so I could stand and fight right next to you. Thank you
again for doing what you have to do to protect OUR GREAT COUNTRY
AMERICA! I shall never forget the day of September 11, 2001. I watched
as someone invaded our land, and I thought to myself, how can anyone
be so ignorant as to take on this fine Country, well they were and
we can't just sit back and let them continue. I will also never
forget the men and women in uniform who have died over there in
that hell hole making
sure that we are all kept safe! I'm right at your sides in heart
and soul.
Love You All,
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I first have to say THANK YOU !!! Then secondly,
THANK YOU AGAIN !!! You all make us proud to be Americans !!! Look
the word up in the dictioary, your picture is there !!!! I have
little to offer you, but I want you to know that all of you are
in my prayers daily !!! We're looking forward to your home coming
!!! ADIOS from TEXAS, U.S.A. !!!!!!
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Just to let you know that not a day goes by that
my husband and I don't pray for you. My husband is like the Johnny
Appleseed of praying for you. If we visit a church and they don't
pray for you, he stops the pastor as we leave, and sets him straight.
:o) We are so very proud of the way you are handling your mission
and representing America. God bless each and every one of you.
Ruth O.
San Diego
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Dear Marines,
Thanks you for your service and sacrifice. You are a long way from
home
and families protecting my home and my family. I appreciate what
you
are doing and think of what you have done.
You have added a chapter of glory in war and victory for America
and the Marine Corps.
Well done, well done. I wish you all the best; I want all of you
to
come home safely soon.
Sincerely,
Gilbert B.
Southfield, MI 48076
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Dear Troops:
Just a note to say all of us in Mid-America have
not forgotten 9/11 and have not forgotten our valiant Troops in
Iraq and other parts of the world. Our prayers are with you each
night as we safely go to sleep in a Country that is strong because
of our Military and the commitment we have made to make the world
a better place for all peoples. God Bless you all and Let Freedom
Ring!
Dale and Lorraine P.
Sunrise Beach, Missouri
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Saw the photo via link from National Review Online. You guys are
unbelievably
awesome.
Kristy
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I want to thank our troops abroad for putting their
lives on the line for freedom, for justice and for the preservation
of America. America is a blessed country founded by God-fearing
men, a country which will only survive with the blessings of God
and the brave acts of men and women like you. May the Lord surround
you with a wall of protection and allow you to succeed with victory
over evil.
Peter J. P, M.D.
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To all of our brave men and women serving overseas,
I wanted to
take a few minutes out of my busy "normal" day to say
thank you for all of your brave service. I realize now that you
all must deal with a tremendous amount of adversity, difficulties,
privations, and that you suffer want of many luxuries that we have
back here in America.
Thank you, dear sons and daughters of America and
freedom for all of your faithful service to our nation.
Sincerely,
David R., from Iowa
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I want to take a moment to pay tribute to all the
fine men and women who are on the FRONTLINES OF FREEDOM. We in America
are so very proud of our military!! Our hearts swell with pride
as we read of your countless acts of bravery, heroism, and compassion.
Iraq is a victory, you gave US as well. The victory of HOPE for
the future of THE WORLD. America's finest are taking the fight to
the terrorists. WE ARE WITH YOU, if only to whisper a prayer of
thanks, and God's protection of each and every soldier.
Laura in Tampa Fl, home of CENTCOM.
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At least three blogs have now publicized your wonderful picture
of the troops remembering 9/11: Little Green Footballs, National
Review Online and Andrew Sullivan.
Thank you.
Maria H.
a Canadian living in Warren, RI
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Sept.
12
To every warrior for
peace and freedom,
Don't believe the newspapers
or other news organizations, especially the BBC. We love you guys
(and gals) and we are 100% behind you. My God, how could we be anything
less than that when you are 100% in front of us?
Be safe, be strong and
have faith in us as we know we our faith in you is a blessing we
don't really deserve. How could anyone deserve the tremendous sacrifice
you are all putting up with for us? What you are doing over there
will be remembered in history as a turning point in civilization
for all mankind. My neighbors here in Michigan, my Iraqi neighbors,
fly the stars and stripes and tear up when we talk about what you
all are doing.
I sat with my sister's
family on Sept. 11, 2001 (sorry, 11 Sept. 2001) and I'll never forget
the moment we heard a FDNY captain being stopped on the street by
a reporter while the ash cloud still hovered and the muffled sirens
still wailed, and he said, "I can't talk to you right now,
we've got over 250 men missing." My sister, a rather controlled
women, burst into tears, knowing immediately the meaning of what
he said, and said, "These are our finest citizens." That
moment was raw and pure and I'll never forget it as long as I live.
But I have to say, with all due respect to the heroes of the FDNY
and NYPD, not to mention many others, I think our finest citizens
are either in Iraq, Afghanistan, many other places we haven't learned
about yet, or are getting ready to go there. And so are their families.
God bless you all and
know that tens of millions of us don't close our eyes at the end
of the day until we give thanks for each and every one of you. Work
hard, stay safe, and please come home to a grateful country.
Barry
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Hello Troops!
9/12/03 - made it through another anniversary. Just wanted to send
out a big thank you to all of you for your efforts and sacrifice.
I lost my cousin, Liam Callahan, on September 11th - he was a PAPD
police officer. Yes, the cops and fire firefighters were true heroes
that day, but our troops are our day-to-day heroes now and I wanted
you to know how much we appreciate you.
All the best,
Maura C.
Irvine, CA
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Stand Proud.
I served 23 years in the USAF, during an unpopular war (Nan), We
won't let that happen to you. Every generation has it's hero's and
our military people are certainly the hero's of this generation.
On the contrary to what the media may put out, we admire and believe
in what you're doing for your country. Our prays are with you and
with your loved ones. In the USAF we say "Aim High", the
Marines, Army, Navy, and Coast Guard have their sayings and mottos.
I salute each and every one of you.
Stay safe, and Godspeed
George A. V., SMSGT, USAF (Ret.)
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To 1st Sgt Dave Jobe
and your fellow troop,
You tribute to 9-11 was awsome and very touching. I cannot extend
the gratitude I feel to all of you placing your life on the line
daily for us back in the U.S. I hope you stay safe and are home
soon.
You all are in my prayers,
Lucinda S.
Sacramento, CA
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We will always remember that tragic day of 9-11, we will never forget
how it change our lives and our country.
At the same time, we back home will remember, all you brave men
and women in Iraq, some who have lost their live and those who are
still there. You make us proud to be American's.
We pray for your safe return home everyday and we honor you.
Thank you for being you, PROUD AMERICAN SOLDIERS.
Julie
Florida
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Sept.
11
I'm glad that you recieved your personal
misting systems. My school had a
fundraiser to help get them to you. Having us do that brought our
school, and
friends together. Thank you, to all of our troops in Iraq.
Shauna
Cave Creek, AZ
----
My daughter and I would like for all of our marines
and army men and
women to know that we are praying for you all to be returned home
safely....My husband is over in Iraq and has been away from home
for
nine months now and this has been one of the hardest things we have
gone
through but we are proud of the work that all of our service men
and
women are doing......Keep up the good work that you all are doing
and
know that God is with you all and you have so many praying night
and day
for you all........God Bless You All!!!!!
Becky ( OK )
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TO ALL OF OUR TROOPS IN IRAQ......I JUST WANTED
TO SAY HOW PROUD I AM OF ALL
OF YOU AND YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS EVERYDAY...I HOPE
SOON THAT
ALL OF YOU CAN COME HOME TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
GOD BLESS YOU AND AMERICA, WE WILL WIN THE FIGHT FOR FREEDOM BECAUSE
GOD,
LOVE, JUSTICE AND HOPE ARE ON OUR SIDE.
LOVE YOU ALL,
TERESA
PHOENIX, ARIZONA
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Sept
3
Hi, we are a family that my husband
served 4 years in the Navy and 16 years in the Air Force. Our oldest
son and his wife are also active duty Air Force. My husband retired
in 1987 and now is a disabled Veteran.
We are extremely grateful for the service you are
providing to our great Nation. We pray for you every night and day
as a family. We pray also for your families here in the States,
that they are well and keeping all together while you are away from
them. Please know that most of your fellow Americans feel gratitude
for your service. Keep up he good work and know you are appreciated.
Sincerely,
Jim and Judy J.
Fort Worth, TX.
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Remember, this
War is NOT Over until all our men & women come home! Let us
pray, Lord we ask that you protect our loved ones and friends in
the military as they are apart from us and be with them until they
return to the safe harbor of home and family.
Amen
Sheri S.
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Sept.
1
As
a mom of a son who is now training to become an Army MP I now know
the full scope of sacrifices you make to serve this country of ours.
It is an honor to be able to make your life in Iraq a little easier
and
perhaps cooler for you. You are true American heros setting aside
your own safety and well being to protect and defend the freedom
of the Iraqui people. As a mother I want to hug you all and wish
you well on
your journey. I pray for your safe return home to your loved ones.
Even though I don't know you if you read this, this mom from New
Hampshire sends her Love and Best Wishes.
(((((HUG))))'
From a mom in NH
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Aug.
28
Hi-God Bless each and every one of
you. Ask your Guardian angels to watch over you and your fellow
soldiers-they really do!!!! Thank you so much for the job that you
do-and know that there are so many Americans that appreciate our
wonderful military! You are in my thoughts and prayers daily and
I hope and pray that you all get to come home soon.
God Bless each and every one of you,
Dianna P
Phoenix, AZ
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Your are in our thoughts and prayers every day. Please know that
we realize this war isn't over and we know that you are all having
a tough time over there and that you are not forgotten. Your efforts
are very much appreciated by us back here.
God bless you all,
Linda
and David F., Phoenix, Arizona
Aug.
27
You
are all in my prayers everyday! Come home soon. I cannot express
my appreciation for all you are doing and going through. Keep up
the excellent work.
GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!
Joanne
E. H.
Phoenix, Arizona
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Aug.
25
Although
it is currently hot here in Phoenix, I'm sure it is not as hot as
where you are. I am an ESL and Spanish teacher at Glendale Community
College in Glendale,AZ ( suburb of PHX), and today was our
first day of the new semester. Everyone is complaining of the heat
in the classrooms and offices. At least we have air-conditioning,
even though it isn't working like it should. We are very proud of
all of your efforts in Iraq and pray for your safe return. Please
believe that I personally am proud of what you are doing there.
If anyone would like to write back, I will try to answer each email.After
my last class, I am headed to a Bank One to donate money for your
misters!
God Bless and Stay Cool!
Jane C.
Phoenix
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Aug.
18
From
the halls of Montezuma, to the shores of Tripoli! We
will fight our country's battles in the air on land and sea...!
Semper Fi!
From the daughter
of a Marine...'63-'69.
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Aug.
17
We
will never forget you and we will never stop thnking of you and
we pray for your safe return every day. We also think and pray about
your families. Thank you seems not enough so we try to send money
and support when we can. Thanks. You are each and every one a HERO!
We also do all we can to be sure that people who are not supportive
don't get the upper hand. Rest assured they won't.
Thanks again.
Dirk P.USN (1966-1970)
E-5 and Family
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Aug.
15
Hello From Gilbert Arizona,
I am honored
to be able to convey my thanks to all of you that are serving in
the Middle East. From the day that our President announced that
our troops were going to battle with a madman, I was worried about
all of you..I have two brothers that are still active duty. One
was aboard the U.S.S. Constellation and the other serving state
side. He had been in the first gulf conflict..This war on Terrorism
is a totally different type of war, and for each of you that is
sacrificing your time and energy, I thank you so much..I know that
when this
is all over, the efforts that you have made over there, will uncover
much that was kept secret by Saddams party.. The brutality of this
man has been made obvious, and you have saved many people from terror
and barbaric acts. May God Bless all of you, and keep the faith.
There are more Americans behind you than
what the main stream media likes to play up..Stay focused, stay
strong, and come home..
May God Bless all of you, and keep you in the safety of his love.
Sincerely
Mrs. J. K.
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I
just returned a couple of months ago from Qatar. So I know how rough
it is for you troops. Just take it easy, and get back to us safely.
SRA H.
Luke AFB, AZ
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Aug.
14
Theres
never a day that passes that something isn' t mentioned on the news
or in the news about the mess you guys are having to deal with each
day. i always have you on my mind and in my heart, because i wish
you could all just come home. i know some of you went into this
with open minds, some of you didnt
realize what you were getting into. either way, i'm sure the condition
of things must be devastating. i pray for an end to it all very
soon and that you all get to return to your homes, family and a
decent meal.
susan b
Good Morning,
We wish to say thank you so much for serving your great country.
There are not good enough words to express, I know. We are glad
to be able to do a small part by sending care packages as often
as we can and filled with assorted goodies so others may also enjoy
them. What we are able to send may seem rather little compared to
the great sacrifices that have been given. Our hopes and prayers
are with you all, in these dangerous times. Each and everyday, we
think of you and hope and pray that you all will return soon and
return home safe, to your home and loved ones. We believe in what
you are doing. Come home soon.
With
Warm Regards,
Ray and Karen H. Family
Seattle, Washington
----
None
of us can truly understand the sacrifice that not only you, our
troops, but
also your families must endure. Please understand that our prayers,
hopes and best wishes are with you constantly and that you will
never be out of our thoughts until you are home safely.
We are very proud of you.
Robert
C.
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Aug.
13
To
the brave men and women of the US Armed Forces...you are not forgotten
and greatly appreciated. I am a bit "in awe" of the magnitude
of your jobs and thankful for the fact you all protect and defend
the liberties that are enjoyed by not only the people from all nations
living in the United States but American citizens everywhere in
the world. On a lighter note, I now know of at least one place that
is "hotter" than Arizona! :)
May God bless and keep each of you
in the palm of His hand!
Respectfully,
Mrs.
Kathleen C.
Peoria, Arizona
--
To all our servicemen and women,
Thank you for your service to our country.
My wife and I appreciate your efforts to protect us, especially
under the brutal weather conditions (we live in Phoenix, so we know
what it's like to be hot). Keep up the good work, and thanks again.
Oh, and if you happen to see Sadaam, say 'hi' for me - with a round
or 2 from a heavy weapon!
M. Ramsussen
America will do the job no one else is willing to do. Good going,
guys!!
Jon M.
Aug.
13, 2003
You
American Service people out there are doing it tough, you have done
and are still doing a great job, which is greatly appreciated. My
prayers and thoughts are with you all, and may you all return to
your homes safely. There is no way I can thank you enough for what
you have sacrificed for us.
I applaud you.
Anne (downunder)
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Greetings from
Nebraska!...thank you so much for all the sacrifices you are making.
make no mistake...you ARE appreciated. my prayer is that you all
stay healthy and come home safe to rejoin your lives.....watch
out for each other while you are away. my family, for one, will
always have your back!
love, Karen
W.
Gothenburg Nebraska
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Aug
12, 2003 The war isn't over in my mind until every one of you comes
home! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Know that America
is with you in spirit and admiration for your courage and bravery.
Monica M. W.
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Just
wanted to let our troops out in Iraq know that we have not forgotten
them back here in the U.S. and they still have our support and concern.
Thanks to them for doing such a dangerous and important job, not
only for us, but for the rest of the world.
Hope the "Cool Our Troops" campaign is bringing much needed
relief from the heat to all our boys.
Trish
E.
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Dear Service
Members, Thank you for serving our great nation. You do make a big
difference in my life allowing me freedoms others are denied elsewhere
in our world. As a nurse battling a rare medical condition I continue
to battle forward for all of you by sending letters of support.
I share responses with students and teachers to make all aware of
your value and all the sacrifices you and your families make for
us. If you are in the Mesa, AZ area or have family members that
are they may want to check out the patriotic flag painted
on the wall displaying photos of loved ones serving our great nation
here in east Mesa. I have experienced 15 neurosurgeries but I have
to say it is all of you who keep me fighting my own battle. I realize
the pain I experience could never compare to what all of you must
endure. I salute you today and your efforts in fighting this war
on terrorism and keeping us safe on the homefront.
Mrs. Rebecca T., Mesa
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Aug.
11 I was in the Army for almost 10 years and know what the heat
is like in the full gear that all the Soldiers and Marines are having
to wear for their safety. I cannot express how appreciative all
Americans are of the sacrifices that you are making in both your
personal comfort, seperation from family, seperation
from the little things that we all take for granted, like 7-11 stores,
and for putting themselves into mortal danger daily. It is these
sacrifices that allow ALL Americans to live free. You are all in
our prayers. Come home safe.
Kurt
P.
Phoenix, AZ
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Aug
7, 2003 I just wanted to say thank you to all the troops for making
this a safe place to live. I am the wife of an Army SPC. who is
currently away from home right now too. Although times are very
difficult here without our loved ones, we stand behind you and are
very proud of each and everyone of you. You are an amazing group
of men and women who have given up a lot so that we may live the
way we do. You will be in our prayers and thoughts until the very
last soldier is returned to us safely. God Bless America and our
Troops!!!!
Becky
and Tyler K.
Glendale,AZ
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Aug.
5, 2003 You are the BEST this country has. I thank you for your
sacrifices to make our country safe. We support you, pray for you
and your safe return to your families, and we pray for your families.
I watched the buildings of The World Trade Center fall from my window
in NY. I believe in what you are doing to prevent another tragedy
equal or worse for our country. You are our heroes and we thank
God for you.
Marsha Sullivan
NY City, NY
USA
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The
war may be over but we haven't forgotten all of you who are still
doing your job every single day. It might not be a glamorous job
but we all know it needs to be done and we do appreciate your dedication
and bravery. When you're tired and frustrated and hot and homesick
please remember that you ARE making a difference. I certainly remember
it. I pray for the situation to stabilize so that you can all come
home to your families. THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!
Mona
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You
continue to be in my thoughts and prayers everyday. I'm so thankful
for what you all are doing and also for Sue and Susan and their
true commitment to you. I'm lucky Dylan is home but until you are
all home and safe with your families you will stay in my prayers
and heart.
Jeanie
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I
know it`s hot, I know it`s frustrating duty, I know you`re ready
to come home, but just know that YOU are making history. You`re
bringing individual freedom to a region of the world that has never
known freedom. You have destroyed a regime that has threatened our
security. Now you must secure this area. You are making the world
a better place.
My
79 yr old father, a decorated and severely wounded combat veteran
of WWII, says a prayer at the dinner table every evening for your
continued progress and safe return. The sincerity of his words to
God on your behalf would make you very proud. Thank You !
N. Gillie
Brooklyn, MS
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Hello!
Just want you all to know I'm praying for you. And if by chance
you're using a DSN line, and calling Tinker, TALK TO ME! I'm operator
#17 -- and I place your calling card calls all over the U.S. We're
all pulling for those of you out there -- all of you! Looking forward
to hearing from some of you!
"Wendy"
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Troops you are
simply the best of the best!! We are so grateful for all that
you do to protect us and keep us free!! We stand behind you 100%!
We pray
daily for your safety ! We pray for your families during these hard
times!
YOU ARE AWESOME!!!!
Rhonda O.
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I really appreciate
all that you are doing for our country. God Bless you and return
home safe and soon.
Your Fellow Patriot,
Sue McCormick
Founder
Cool Our Troops
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Thank God there
are people in our country who have the courage and integrity to
serve this fine country like only you can do.
Susan Czubek
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Thank You! For
protecting freedom, and keeping us safe.
Love, Laura Kuligowska
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Thanks for all
that you're doing for us! We appreciate it and think of you. You
are in our prayers, Be safe and come home soon! Mike and Betsy Kohmescher,
Phoenix
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Special thanks
to the Drug Enforcement Administration from the Phoenix
office for donating $180.00
Now on to Saddam!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Thank You For
Your love of our country and freedom.
Carol Smith (Hi Rick)
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Thank you for
your dedication and commitment. We truly appreciate everything you
are doing! God bless you and may He return you home safely. We hope
the misty mates help make your sacrifices to our country a little
more comfortable.
Steve & Geri Utter
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My family (former
Navy Rats) would like to thank each and every one of you for representing
our country and interests in such fine fashion. You are all a credit
to our fine Nation. Thank you! Good luck all and stay cool,
Mark & Rainey D.
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From all of
me?..do your best and be great..THANKS
Ralph Tirrell III
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Keep up the
good work. We're trying to make sure we don't drink all the beer
before you get back. If you find a good beer pipeline, save it for
the USA!
Thanks,
Randy E
Jim S
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Proud doesn't
even begin to express how we here feel about all of you and your
dedication to keeping us and the rest of the world free. Keep yourselves
safe. Be as patient as you can. We're all hoping to get you
back home as soon as possible. A million thanks. Beth V.
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Thanks to all
of you guys over there that are doing such a great job. I always
looked up to pro athletes before this, now I know who the real heroes
are, You. Come home soon Rick, mom is getting on my nerves! Joe
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Hey guys, I
wish all of you could have come home to. I think about you over
there all the time. Stay safe and hope you get your Misty Mates
and keep cool. Semper Fi, Bryant
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I would like
to thank each and every one of you men and women for your bravery!
The courage you have is phenomenal. Thank you for being so self-less!
I wish you all the safety and pray for your safe return every night.
Thank you for your dedication to our wonderful country!
Be safe!!!!
Best to you?and
THANK YOU SOOOOOO MUCH!!!!
Vanessa
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Special thanks
to the 4th LAR Bn Camp Pendlton Hooorah
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Thank you every single one of you!!! You are the reason that we
are here!
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THANKS TO ALL
OF YOU, FROM A U.S.NAVY VET?ROGER ENRICO OF THE BAND KOKOMO
PLAYING @ MARCO POLO IN PHOENIX, AZ.
(They donated their time for the Cool Our Troops Effort)
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Much love to
the 233rd Military Police Unit from Springfield, IL. Bryan
Christie and Julie Christie send love to Chris Cunningham. Come
home soon.
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I want to tell
all of our troops stationed throughout the world that each and everyone
of you are true HEROES today. In an era when movie "stars"
(gag me) and sports figures parade around telling us how great they
are, I say it is the members of our armed forces who fight and die
for all of us to enjoy freedom, that are the true HEROES today.
We can survive without sports and movies but I believe life would
be a living hell without the protection our armed forces have provided
us.
My father-in-law
fought in combat in the South Pacific during W.W.II with the Fourth
Marine Division and was witness to many truly heroic acts. (Not
one of them involved an actor or athlete)
My brother served
with the Air Force in Desert Storm in 1991 and was fortunate enough
to live to retire so he could take care of his wife and raise his
young son.
Because communications
between the United States and where ever you are stationed is difficult,
you may feel your country has forgotten or neglected you. Believe
me YOUR COUNTRY HAS NOT FORGOTTEN YOU! Please be aware it is difficult
for us at home to know how we can help, particularly if we don't
have a love one serving who can tell us what you need.
For now, my
wife and I are donating money to "Cool Our Troops" to
provide some relief from the heat in Iraq.
God Bless and
protect each and every one of you!
Mark & Kim
D.
Glendale, AZ
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YOU ROCK OUR
WORLD!
There is no
other news worthy of note except for news of you all. We devour
every tid bit we can gather about your mission, your hardships,
your successes, your humor. Our lives are in your worthy hands and
I thank God for all those of you who serve us so well.
Sheila
Gilbert, AZ
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07.21.03 To
the Troops,
I just want to say thank you to all the troops still on deployment.
You are in our prayers everyday.
Im a wife of a Sgt. (USMC) . He returned home in June . Although
he is home we still think of all you everyday and pray for a safe
return home.
Thank you for making our country a safer place to live.
Gina
Phoenix Az.
Semper Fi
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