shovelgrrrl
6 years ago
Believe it or not, I'm still alive and kicking here in NM. I'm getting more troop requests that I can personally fund, so I thought I'd give a shout out to any of you who might want to contribute. I'm also going to post the Troop notes of appreciation here, too, instead of having two separate threads that don't get topped very often. PM me here or email ABQBetty AT Gmail if you need my address/cell or have questions or want to ask about Prickly Pear Jelly that's available (or what to talk dirty....[-x 😳 😳 or whatever).

Repeat Requests:
Coyote Brown THORLO thick padded combat over-the-calf socks (sizes M, L & XL)
Dip - Esp. Copenhagen Wintergreen, which seems to be the most requested
Slim Jims
Protein bars



Thanks from Troops who received OpFTH boxes from me:

Beth, As always your boxes are amazing. It just arrived today. Can't wait to share with the cigar club. We meet every Friday and Saturday night here. Thanks again. SFC John O.

(June '19)

Ma'am, Thanks again for all the cigars and goodies I just got the first package and am really grateful. My soldiers are enjoying the cigars and pipes as well. Very Respectfully, SGT Jaymz S.

(April '19)

To the Team at Operation From the Heart, As I reach the end of my tour, I wanted to provide one final thank you before heading home. While I still have a few weeks left, it has been incredible to receive the two packages from your organization. I cannot describe the immense pleasure and satisfaction it has been to share these packages with members of our team from all over the globe. With the cooler weather here in Iraq we gathered almost nightly to enjoy the snacks, cigars, and pipes around a small fire. Being able to share something with each other, and savor small luxuries was an immense joy and distraction from the normal day. The corn cob pipes were actually quite a hit, as many people didn't realize that they were an actual thing. Regardless, it was a true treat, and I wanted to let you know from the bottom of our hearts here in Iraq how much it meant to receive them from you all. So from Matt, Si, Dave, Z, Jake, Phil, Al, Todd, Laurence, and many others. Thank you! MAJ. Matt B.

(From 2018, but I don't think I posted it at the time)
Cigarlady7
6 years ago
I can get a box out for the requests this upcoming weekend.
shovelgrrrl
6 years ago

I can get a box out for the requests this upcoming weekend.

Cigarlady7 wrote:



Fabulous - thanks so much! We SOTL are the bomb!
CelticBomber
6 years ago
Are baby wipes still a big thing too? Do you have a list of things needed? I understand those are the most requested but is there anything else we can grab? Reading materials etc?

Also, for the Copenhagen do they want the pouches or the loose long cut? My wife is going to see if the Men's group and Women's group at Synagogue can put a drive together when they get back in session in September. I know they won't buy dip, but the sock's and other necessities plus cash for shipping they might be able to swing. I'll pm for some other details.
USNGunner
6 years ago
I've been sending stuff, but I'd be glad to pitch in here.

PM sent.
zitotczito
6 years ago
I was going to ask the same question on the Copenhagen.

I got the Slim Jim's covered.
zitotczito
6 years ago
Beth says they want the Copenhagen long cut.
zitotczito
6 years ago
Cigars and 25 tins of Copenhagen out to Beth today.
shovelgrrrl
6 years ago
Zito has been hammering me like crazy! (Uh, with troop donations). The boxes have landed, and here's a thank-you. I sent another package to these guys yesterday. Requests: Cigars, cigar cutters, humi-packs, smokeless tobacco/dip (any kinds are appreciate, Copenhagen long cut seems to be popular by request),slim jims, and protein bars are always appreciated. Socks in men's M & L (coyote brown) are always a requested item. This time of year chocolate doesn't fare well, except for M&M's, although the guys eat it regardless.

Thanks for your generosity! -B

(to [email protected])

Hello!

My name is IT3 Huerta and I am onboard the USS Boxer currently on deployment.
Right now we are in the Middle East waters and it is hot.
I received your care package of cigars and dip and I appreciate it so much!
The ship offers Cigar Night every other Friday at a high part of the ship so we can enjoy the sunset with cigars.
Thing is, not many of us packed cigars. I don't think we have any besides the ones you sent.
We would love to get another box of cigars and dip! Copenhagen Mint and Wintergreen are the favorites.
All I ask is for whatever you would like to send. We appreciate it so much!

We return hopefully during the end of December 2019.

Thank you!

Very Respectfully,
IT3 (IW/AW) Huerta

dstieger
6 years ago
Way to go, Zito and Beth!!! Thank you very much!
shovelgrrrl
6 years ago
Thanks all for your donations. I still have requests for coyote brown boot socks, in M, L & XL, if anyone has access to something like that. Thanks! -B
zitotczito
6 years ago
What would be a good mix of sizes?

Example:

1 pair-M
3 pairs-L
1 pair-XL
USNGunner
6 years ago

Thanks all for your donations. I still have requests for coyote brown boot socks, in M, L & XL, if anyone has access to something like that. Thanks! -B

shovelgrrrl wrote:



I'm going to the arsenal exchange this week. I will score as many as I can swing.
zitotczito
6 years ago
I am on a site that has them on sale for $11.55 a pair so I was interested in what a good mix of sizes would be.
USNGunner
USNGunner
6 years ago
Beth, the uniform shop at the arsenal has 3 packs of boot socks for $6.21. They're an OD green though, which is the Army's standard. Those good?

I'm drumming up for folks that want to kick in and i"ll go buy a bunch to get out on Tuesday.

Vince
shovelgrrrl
6 years ago

Beth, the uniform shop at the arsenal has 3 packs of boot socks for $6.21. They're an OD green though, which is the Army's standard. Those good?

I'm drumming up for folks that want to kick in and i"ll go buy a bunch to get out on Tuesday.

Vince

USNGunner wrote:



Sounds great - I'm going to be working off the grid with no email access for a couple of weeks, but my staff will pick up the mail every day so everything will be safely waiting for me when I get back. Thanks! -B
USNGunner
6 years ago

Sounds great - I'm going to be working off the grid with no email access for a couple of weeks, but my staff will pick up the mail every day so everything will be safely waiting for me when I get back. Thanks! -B

shovelgrrrl wrote:



Would it be better to hold off on sending cigars then? That might work out as I have some cutters on order but not here yet.


shovelgrrrl
6 years ago
Either is fine, but everything will go right out after the 25th. Thanks!
USNGunner
6 years ago

Either is fine, but everything will go right out after the 25th. Thanks!

shovelgrrrl wrote:



OK. Got the target, we'll work that out on our end. :D

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