What military support looks like in DJ Emery country
October 15, 2008|
Folks who read milblogs with any frequency will know who Sgt. D.J. Emery is. The latest news on DJ is found here.
In addition to the support from milbloggers, DJ's own home community is marvelous in their support for him and the vets who live in their area of Pennsylvania.
I received this in my inbox today from a lady who has been a big supporter of the Emery family as they go through recovery with him:
SPECIAL 'THANK A VETERAN' REQUEST: A friend of mine has been named the chairperson of the Veteran’s Day program sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary at the State College American Legion, Post 245. As part of the program, she is looking for people to write a letter to one of their Legion veterans so that each of their veteran attendees will get a letter of thanks that day. The letter can be written to anyone – male or female and should be addressed: Dear Veteran,. Contents of the letter can include special thanks to the veteran for our freedom, their dedication, sacrifices, etc. She asks that the letter be signed with your name and age - prefers that the letter is handwritten and not typed if possible. Please share this information – the letters need to be received no later than October 25, 2008.
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Now I think this is a great idea!! It could take only 5 minutes or so and the cost of a stamp to let a vet know that you appreciate their service. Not to put pressure on any of our wonderful readers but this lady has only received 10 letters so far.
Please think about it and if you are so inclined to write a letter of thanks, let me know in comments and I'll send you the address. You all will understand why I am a bit leary of just putting the address up.
SFW - please Xpost on PZ! This would be a great way for parents to get involved as well.
LAW
Posted by: liberal army wife | 10/15/2008 at 19:57
Email me the address, please! Thanks!
Posted by: Marine Wife | 10/15/2008 at 22:23
I'd like to send one, too. Please send email the address also!
Posted by: Ann M. | 10/16/2008 at 09:18
I am the lady looking for the letters. I would certainly appreciate receiving some, not to mention our veterans. They do not get the credit they deserve! Thanks to everyone for all the help you can give me in obtaining letters.
Posted by: Kathy | 10/16/2008 at 13:04
Would love to have the address!Thanks!
Posted by: Kathi | 10/16/2008 at 16:40
I definitely can't pass this up! Please send me the address. Thx!
Posted by: Kat in GA | 10/17/2008 at 15:55
Okay I know I'm a little late on this but I haven't been on here in a while...I would like the address as well!
Posted by: Erin N. | 10/18/2008 at 08:16
I would LOVE to join in and send a note! I have the utmost respect and appreciation for our men and women in the military, and am happy to do what I can to give them support. Please let me know the address to send it to.
Posted by: Judi | 10/22/2008 at 09:51
Please send me the address so myself, friends, and son can write a letter of thanks.
Posted by: CJ | 11/11/2008 at 21:05