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Dec 1
Good morning guys:
My name is Joe Arms. I am Commander of American Legion Post 104 in
Pinellas Park, Fla & also
a member of The American Legion Riders. I
served aboard the USS John King DDG 3 from 1968-72. They don't want us
old men back in uniform so we do what we can on the home front to keep
you men & women in the public eye. Thank
you for your service to our
country. Until your return, we will keep the Harleys warmed up & the
brews on ice.
Oct 24
To All Our Guys Over There.
We are so happy to hear you will be home before long so be extra careful and keep your heads down.
Just to be united with your loved ones and families who have been praying for your safety and return will make my prayers
for all of you finally answered.
We are so proud of each and everyone of you and know how much we care. We think of what you are doing
for us and our country and never can thank you enough. No one will ever know but yourselves what you have gone through
for all of us back home but know how much we do appreciate and will never forget how you put your lives on the line for us.
Stay safe and out of harm's way and know you will be home on US soil soon. Dorothy and Joe MacVittie
(Nathan's grandparents)
Sept 11
To all the guys,
Hi, Grandma MacVittie from Syracuse, New York (Nathan's Grandma) to let all of our guys over there know
you were so much on my mind today as our country observed the sixth year of the attack by terrorists on the World Trade Center
in New York City on September 11. 2001.
Never have we felt safe since that day as we had before never knowing of another attack coming at any time,
but with all of you over there in Iraq it helps so much knowing how you care about all of us with putting each and every one
of your lives on the line for all of us Americans back home every day and night.
Just a simple thank you does not begin to express our gratitude and heartfelt love and affection for so
many of you who have left your loved ones in this country to fight against the enemy who do not understand our way of life
and freedom or they would not be fighting against each other and ending in so many lives being taken.
I pray this fighting will come to an end before much more time passes and more of our servicemen become
killed or casualties. Keep safe and take care of each other and know we are behind all of you 100%. Know you are in
our prayers daily and I ask God to bring you home safely to your families and loved ones.
Dorothy and Joe MacVittie
Aug 11
To Our Guys Over There--
Hi, this is Grandma MacVittie writing to you just to let you know how much I think of each and everyone
of you over there on the front lines fighting so all of us back home can feel safe and free every day that we wake up and
go to sleep at night.
Please know that Nathan is very frustrated that he is back in the US and cannot be with his brothers and
I know he must think of all of you guys all the time and knows what you are going through when he was over there with you.
I continue to pray for each and everyone of you nightly along with prayers for all of our servicemen and
women stationed around the world that this war will be over and all of you can come home to your families and loved one.We
will continue to stand behind you every day and night until your mission is completed and the people in Iraq can feel much
more at peace than they have felt for years.
God Bless all of you and know that we care and send each one of you a hug. Stay safe and take care
of each other.
Dorothy and Joe MacVittie (Nathan's Grandparents)
July 2
To all the guys,
As July 4th, 2007 approaches all of us in the USA will be celebrating our country's birthday and the independence
all of you soldiers in 3rd platoon put your lives on the line for each and every one of us every day. Just a (Thank You )
does not seem enough but know in our hearts we hold each one of you close as though you belonged to us.
You have been on my mind so much lately as we see so many recent pictures from Iraq of what is going on
there (something none of us over here could possibly imagine). I am so proud I live in a country where we do not have
to live like the people in Iraq with constant loss of family and loved ones all of the time and the fear of what will happen
next.
I pray that before too long the government in Iraq will be able to take over their country and all of you
can come home for good to your loved ones and families. Also I pray that all of our servicemen who have been KIA did not die
in vain and that your mission will be successful in memory of them.
Know my husband and I care deeply about our country and all of you and even though we probably will never
meet any one you we thank you for all you are doing for us.God Bless all of you and keep safe and out of harm's way.
Dorothy and Joe MacVittie (Nathan's Grandparents)
June 5
TO ALL OUR GUYS OVER THERE--
I just wanted all of you brother's in Nathan's platoon who are still over there in Iraq fighting for all
of us back here in the USA how very proud we are of each and everyone of you and can never thank or praise you enough. for
what you are doing for all of us back home. Even though Nathan is presently back home at Ft. Hood his family knows he
would rather be back with his brothers over there doing what he was trained to before he was deployed.
My thoughts were with each and everyone of you on Memorial Day when we honor all veterans who gave their
lives in the line of duty from the previous wars. Over time Memorial Day has become to so many just a day off from work
for a picnic or barbecue and not the true meaning of Memorial Day. My husband ( a WWII Navy Vet) and I were brought
up in a different generation where our flag and respect for our country meant so much more than we see today and our country
needs to get back on track and appreciate young men like all of you putting your lives on the line each and every day so that
all of us in our country can enjoy the freedom we have today.
I pray each night for each and everyone of you and all of our servicemen and women in all the branches of
the military that God will bring you home safely to your families and loved ones.
God Bless all of you and know that we care about you.
WE ARE BEHIND YOU, Dorothy and Joe, (Nathan's Grandparents) from North Syracuse, New York
May 10
Hey soldiers...
WOW alot has changed. i aint been on this site in awhile, its like a scared thing for me. All of you are
in my prayers.. I HAVE NOT FORGOT ABOUT ANY OF YOU!
So much to say in just a little paragraph.. I thank you all for what your doing. all of you are like my
brothers!! I dont want anything to happen to you, so your going to a new fob soon huh? thats cool.. yall be safe and keep
us all updated. I will be flying to florida in a couple of weeks to see charlie(brandens dad)! I am excited to go! Ill send
packages for you soldiers, whatever you need just let me know k.
Latley ive been stuggling in school, but not a biggy. since branden passed i basically gave up, my grades
droped, and i didnt care. because of this i will NOT be graduating this year. BUMMER I KNOW... but i will stay in school and
be a SUPER SENIOR YEA! haha. Just know all of you are in my prayers i think about you all all the time. Yall be safe!!
My brother will be flying to iraq in July, he will be a doc at the hospital there, so for all the hurt soldiers
my brother will be there to keep them strong. all of you are in my prayers. GOD BLESS YOU FOR WHAT YOU DO!
thank you so much guys ~danielle~
ps. THANKS FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO!
May 6
HELLO ALL YOU GUYS OVER THERE.
JUST COMING BY FROM ECHOS OF LOVE TO IRAQ SITE
TO SAY "HI", HOW ARE YOU? .
GEE, SO MUCH HAS CHANGED OR BEEN ADDED SINCE I WAS HERE IN JANUARY.
YOU GUYS ARE DOING A GREAT JOB OVER THERE.
PLEASE KNOW THAT ALONG WITH YOU GUYS, MY SON IS OVER THERE
IN THE SAND BOX WITH YOU --I PRAY FOR YOU ALL. JUST LIKE I TELL EVERYONE--HE IS ONE IN THOUSANDS--BUT HE IS MY SON.
ALL YOU MOM'S THAT READ THIS--KNOW I AM THINKING OF YOU TOO.
TODAY HAS BEEN KINDA TOUGH--WE ALL HAVE
THEM HUH??
MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL----
HOPE YOU FEEL THE HUGS I SEND YOUR WAY.
ALANA
P.S.
SO COME VISIT US SOMETIME AND READ SOME OF THE POEMS AND THOUGHTS OF LOVE THAT ARE MEANT FOR ALL
OF YOU--
COME VISIT AND SEND THIS TO FRIENDS AND FAMILYMEMBERS TOO. GOD BLESS--ALWAYS, IN ALL WAYS
Mar 19
To all the guys,
Just a note I heard about this web site and really enjoyed the information and photos. I would like to personal
thank each soldiers that is fighting for our country. A huge thanks go out to them and their families that have and are still
sacrificing.
Thanks,
Nancy Fricke
Mar 19
To all the guys,
Well, I told you last time to keep your eye on DC. We were there in numbers that cannot be ignored. Former
troopers and Marines in wheel chairs, walking with canes, and runing like it was PT time again. And believe me when I tell
you the moonbats took notice. Even though the media has tries to down play our efforts to support you guys, the truth is coming
out ALL over the net.
So feel secure that you all are loved, and supported here at home. Your efforts are NOT in vaine. And I
can't swear to it, but I think SOME folks on the "HILL" got the message. "Support the troops, let them gaine the Victory,
OR learn to spell "RESUME."
Blessings To ALL
Eagles Up
Semper Fi/Airborne
Rev Hawk
Mar 17
TO ALL MY BROTHERS IN ARMS!
HOW ARE YOU GUYS HOLDING UP? RECENTLY IVE BEEN CHILLIN HANGING WITH SOME FRIENDS YA KNOW. I WENT TO THE
LAKE TODAY.. WE WENT FISHING. LET ME KNOW WHEN YALL ARE ALL COMMING HOME, I WANT TO SEE YOU AS WELL AS CHARLIE(BRANDENS DAD)
DOES. CHARLIE LEFT OUT TODAY I MISS YOU GUYS SO MUCH! CANT WAIT FOR YALL TO COME HOME!
BE SAFE SOLDIERS! BE ALL THAT YOU CAN BE. AND THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING!! BE SAFE GUYS SERIOUSLY! GOD
BLESS YOU ALL! I KNOW ITS TUFF BUT I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS, AND I THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH FOR
EVERYTHING YALL DO! BE GOOD, DONT BE DRINKING YA HEARD!
LOVE YALL SOLDIERS! XOX
~DANIELLE CUMMINGS~
PS. CONTANCT ME SOMEHOW, AND TELL ME SOME THING THAT YOU REALLY REMEMBER ABOUT BRANDEN.. TELL ME SOME OF
THE LITTLE THINGS THAT HE DID TO MAKE YOU SMILE!
Mar 15
To SSG Saldivar,
hola mi amor nomas te keria decir k te amo mucho y te extraño mucho cuidate
Mar 10
Fellas,
I cannot begin to imagine the struggle that you have gone through so far. I know that you all are doing
your best and only give one hundred and ten percent effort always. Just wanted to say that I have not forgotten about the
mighty Apaches and the great memories we shared.
Continue the fight and God Bless.
v/r,
CPT Benjamin Polanco
Mar 7
To all the guys,
I just wanted to thank you all for your love and support to Danielle during the past few weeks. It's been
a tough time for her as i'm sure it has been for you all too since the loss of Branden. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
and pray for you all to stay safe. Keep your chins up and know that you are thought of every day!
We love and miss you all! Stay Safe!
Anna Dennull aka Momma D. as Branden liked to call me:)
Mar 4
Hello to Richard and his crew…..
This is your aunt Nancy…….Did you get the package that I sent out to you in January from me
and the people I work with? I surely hope you received it and you and your troop were able to use the contents of it.
Please let me know how you are doing……I miss you and love you very much.
Love, Nancy
Mar 4
To all of our guys/gals fighting for us and those who have parished doing so,
You all are true heroes in our eyes and the sacrifices you all are and have made for our country are greatly
appreciated and we truly THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts. Please know each and every one of you are in our hearts
and in our thoughts and prayers.
For the families who have lost a loved one for their many sacrifices for our country we pray that
God will see you through these most difficult times, you are all in our prayers for God to heal your broken hearts.
Thank you to all the many brave and courageous service men and women who are still continuing the fight
for all of us back home. May god be with all of you.
Much love, prayers, gratitude and support,
The Masters Family
Florida
Mar 3
To all the guys,
There's an old girl in Brisbane, Australia who is following you all the way. My prayers are with you all
as you stand firm for this particular issue. My brother was there with you in 'Nam with the 4th RAR. A very dear friend
is standing there beside you.
Go with God! Love and blessings...Cherry Connett
Mar 2
To the Cummings Family, PFC Griffith, SGT Nunn, SPC DeNeutte, and all the guys,
I read with great sadness that PFC Branden Cummings was killed in Iraq. My nephew, SSGT Daniel Morris,
was also killed in November. Please extend my condolences to his family. My heart still aches for Daniel and our
family painfully knows what this family is going through right now.
Thank you all for putting your lives on the line each day so that we can have the freedoms we enjoy each
day! I am proud of each of you and you are always in my prayers. I know that Daniel believed in God, Family and
Country above all else and that he is now with our Lord. He was very proud of the unit he served with.
Also, please let the 3 soldiers that were with Daniel when he died know that they too are in my prayers.
I hope that they continue to heal.
May God Bless and keep each of you safe and home soon with your family and friends!
Linda Morris
Mar 2
To all the guys,
This is Grandma Murphy, here.... WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU!!!!
PLease know that my arms, and the arms of my entire family, are around every one of you that are protecting
us here!!! Thank you so very, very much!! Our family wants you to know that all you do for us in the dangerous theatres
of your tours of duty is very much appreciated. We have 3 children, 7 granddaughters and 1 grandson...ages 16 to 6, and we
understand the need for America to make inroads in this war to protect our interests and establish middle eastern stability.
Will you contact me in Northern California so that if you live here, and when you return, our family can
personally show our appreciation? Let me hear from you!
Grandma Murphy
(any of Our Guys who would like Grandma Murphy's email address, contact Debra)
Mar 1
To all the guys,
God bless you and your families.
Merit Smith
Colorado
Mar 1
My Combat Brothers and Sisters,
I want you to keep your eyes on Washington DC on 17 Mar 07. History will mark that date as the beginning
of the second American Revolution. Because on that day hundreds of thousands of "True Americans" will be standing around the
WWII, Korean War and the Vietnam War memorials to protect those symbols of service and sacrifice made by men and women just
like you.
A Gathering of Eagles will be sending a message to those who would have you tuck tail and run before the
mission is completed, making your sacrifices null and void. We are saying NO MORE, Enough is ENOUGH. We know you are covering
each others back over there, we want you to know in no uncertain terms that WE HAVE YOUR BACKS here at home. Many of us Vietnam
vets were spit on when we came home, We are telling those who do these things that from 17 Mar 07 on, ANYONE caught doing
that to our men and women in unifrom WILL be fed a CURB SANDWHICH!
God Bless You All
Rev Hawk Chaplain
Chapter 776 Military Order of the Purple Heart
Scout/Sniper Vietnam 68-69
Feb 28
To all the guys,
Thanks guys, you’re the new great generation. Don’t let them get you down.
Drive on.
Dave
Woodstock CT
Feb 28
To all the troops:
We the people DO SUPPORT YOU! Don't let the defeatists get you down! We are behind you - we want to
win and we know you can do the job! Thank you for your service and your sacrifices - thank your families for their sacrifices
as well. You all are protecting us and our freedoms - thank you!
I think of you and prasy for you daily. God bless each and everyone of you - God bless your mission and
God bless America!
Pam Simmons Memphis, TN.
Feb 28
To the Cummings and Morris families:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It is impossible to know what the sacrifice of your loved ones
has done to change your families. It is only for us to say that we thank you for these fine young men. We pray
for you to receive comfort and solace. We will never forget their sacrifice nor the sacrifice of all those who serve.
To the Guys:
Thank you for standing up for me, my family, and my country. Your service is honored and will be remembered
for as long as there is an America. We pray for your safe return to your family and a grateful country.
Feb 28
To all the guys,
Thank god for the honorable and brave who stand for us against the enemies of civilization. Each and
every one is a hero even though I doubt any of them would call themselves one. the greatness of this nation shall endure
as long as there are great heros like you who stand on guard.
God bless you all.
The Magnuson Family, Georgia
Feb 28
Dear Brave Souls,
Thank you for your brave and heroic sacrifice from the bottom of my heart. Your deeds will never be forgotten.
Douglas Hardee
USMC 197-72
Vietnam 70-71
Semper Fi and God Bless you
Feb 28
To all the guys,
God bless you guys. Be brave. Be strong. Your sacrifice is very much appreciated.
Russ Onderko
Feb 28
To all the guys,
We continue daily to appreciate your service to our country and the sacrifices all of your families are
making during your absence.
Ken and Jane Shipley, Idaho
Feb 28
To you all, our great heroes,
God bless you all, and keep your heads up.
You are all in our hearts and prayers. Your service to this great country and to the Iraqi’s
will never be forgotten. Keep your heads up and your eyes to the sky because there is no limit to the support and love
that we have for you.
Lord, watch over our great heroes keep them warm and safe. Protect their commanders and their families.
Help them all to rely on you in every situation the come upon. Give them strength and courage to fight evil and give
them peace for rest. I pray this in your precious name, Jesus. Amen.
God Bless you and God speed.
The Hauenstein Family from Northwest Ohio
Feb 28
To all the guys,
Trying to come up with words that are profound, that express the sincere gratitude of my family for your
service to the United States, in helping to keep our nation, and, even if they do not realize it, the rest of the world, safe
from terrorism. Words are not enough, but words are all that I have.Thank You!!!.. May the Good Lord bring you home
safe.
David McWilliams and Family.
Feb 28
To all of the guys,
All of you are doing a great job out there. It is dangerous task. I hope you secure every block,
every street corner, every town you clean out. Keep your heads down and be alert. Take care. I want to see
you all back in good health.
ButchG
Feb 28
To all the guys,
As a vet (’64-’68) I understand the sense of duty and sacrifice you and your families go thru,
I just found out that my son-in-law’s brother will be shipping to Iraq in March, I am both proud and worried for his
safety. In my time we didn’t get much respect from our citizens, I hope your return will be filled with joy that many
of us did not get. We will not forget you or leave you to fend for yourselves, our nation and freedom ride on
the backs of so few that give so much.
God bless you one and all
Richard
Feb 28
To all the guys,
Thank you all for what you are doing. Don't listen to the voices of defeatism coming from the left,
they do not represent how the people of America truly feel. You are protecting us and defending freedom.
God Bless You All.
Steve Zeldow
Feb 27
To all the guys,
You are all in our hearts and prayers and we are with you always. Be safe and keep up the good job.
May God Bless you and yours always. Stay safe.
In friendship, Grandmother of two GI's
Feb 27
To All the Guys,
I found this site via Michelle Malkin's blog.
I am sorry for the recent loss of PFC Cummings. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you so much for your service to our country. Your strength, courage, and sacrifice are very
much appreciated!
~Tracy S. and family
Feb 26
To All The Guys,
I've been visiting this web site for a while, but just now got up the nerve to write to all of you when
I heard about Branden's death. Daniel Morris was like a son to my husband and me, and we met Branden when he came to
church with Daniel in Killeen. I can hardly believe it's three months ago today those two men in Class A's knocked on
our door and we learned of Daniel's death, and now our sorrow is multiplied. I never imagined things would turn
out like they have for all of us, but the Lord knows the way we take, and your work over there is not in vain. You are
all our heroes because you are willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for someone else's freedom. "For scarcely for
a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die. But God commendeth his love
toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us."
God's been my comfort through these trying times and I pray He will be your comfort too, especially to you,
Danielle. We are praying for you guys over there and the rest of your loved ones back home. I've given
up trying to understand why things have turned out this way, but one thing I do know is that God *IS* in control and we can
still put our lives in His Hands.
Thank you for all you do and for all you sacrifice. You are our heroes.
Debbie R.
Feb 19
To all Our Guys Over There--
I am Nathan's Grandma from Syracuse, New York (where all the snow is now) and both my husband (who is a
WWII vet) and myself want to send all of you our deepest sympathy upon hearing about Branden Cummings being killed in action.
We were very saddened as we were about Sgt. Morris's being killed in November and we want all of you to know how we are praying
harder and harder that there will be no more of our guys being killed.
War is hell as you know and our hearts go out to each and every one of you with what you are going through
at this time. We are praying that God will protect all of you day and night and know there are so many Americans that
are behind you for laying down your lives every day for us back home that we may enjoy the freedom that so many of our men
and women have given their lives for in past wars.
It is so sad to know there are so many Americans that just take things for granted that we enjoy every
day and do not appreciate all the sacrifices our military men and women make for them every day and night and long to be home
with their loved ones instead of in a foreign country for us.
My husband was only 17 when he joined the USNAVY right out of high school and he loves his country and his
flag. We have a big flag pole and fly Old Glory every day. He served in the South Pacific during WWII and saw
plenty of action and is very proud to be an American.
God Bless all of you and bring you home safely to your loved ones who are waiting for you.
Dorothy and Joe MacVittie
Feb 18
To All The Guys,
We would like to send our sincere thanks to all of you serving America in the armed forces. It is
sad to hear we lost another soldier....PFC Cummings. We also live in Florida and our heart goes out to his family and
loved ones and to all the soldiers that have been lost. But please remember all of those serving now that no matter
what you hear or read that is negative about the war....please know that there are many that appreciate and respect you all
though you may never hear of it. Our prayers go out to you all. Stay safe... our son has enlisted and is
training Signal in Ft. Gordon and will most likely end up over where you are. He is our son but remember all of you
are like our sons and daughters...
Rafael Tirado...(SFC Retired)
Lisa Tirado...(Army Veteran)
Bianca Tirado our daughter
Feb 16
Everyone,
This has been such a hard time for me to comprehend, but ive been gathering thoughts and so much. I'm going
minute by minute, day by day. Things right now have been tough but we are all going to get through this. I thank you all for
helping me soooo much! cause without all of the support everyone has given me, and my family as well as brandens family we
all are so proud and thankful for everything!
Branden died a hero! He died doing what he loves! He is great-hearted, and is such a great man! he may be
so young,but he had a great head on his shoulders. He'd give a helping hand to anyone in need! Branden is such a great guy!
I want to thank you all again, for all the support that everyone has given. Please try to keep your chins held high, and think
of what Branden would say! He loves all of you so much, i know that!
GOD BLESS YOU ALL! Your all in my thoughts and prayers, but for now i have to go!
I LOVE BRANDEN TONS NEVER FORGET IT!!
~THANK YOU~
Danielle Cummings
Feb 15
To all the guys,
Hello, my name is Bill and my wife Pia and I have been the ones mailing
a lot of the packages to you. I just happen to be the one that suggested adopting the Platoon. The reason is to
show that we all appreciate what you are doing for us back home and that you are thought of every day. I am very proud
of our club that agreed to adopt you; there was not one single person who disagreed with this suggestion.
I just would like to tell all of you that your sacrifice is not forgotten.
You are keeping us safe and doing a lot for the Iraqi people.
Thank you for serving.
Bill Given
MSGT, USAF RETIRED
Feb 14
To All The Guys,
I want to wish you all a Happy Valentine's Day. I know it must be
really hard for you to be away from your wives and girlfriends today. All of you, your wives, and your girlfriends are
in my thoughts today.
Thank you again for the sacrifices you are making for me, my family, and
our country.
Debra
Feb 14
To All Our Guys,
There is no time or distance
Our hearts are there with you
Across the miles of courage
Our nation's
love shines through
For each of you the hero
That gives yourself each day
In every moment danger
For
freedom's light displayed
Prayers and love are with you
Our spirits now unite
We pray that God will
Bless you
Within His greatest Light
And love that's overpowering
Within this Valentine
It comes
from grateful nation
Whose proud to call you "Mine"
Each day our hearts are gathered
With every step
we trace
A moment of your journey
We never shall erase.
Judy, FAC
Jan 31
Dear Nathan,
Dear Nathan, I didn't get to write to you over the weekend so I thought I would drop you a line and
let your Mom forward it to you. It was so good hearing your voice over the phone when you were home and the articles in the
Fulton Sun were great. What a celebrity you are getting to be and the one article in the paper where you were being interviewed
gave us a lot of a better idea of what you are doing over there. Your Mom sent us the pictures from Bek's of the party
they had for you and it looked like a good time was had by everyone. We thought about you on your trip back to Iraq and can't
wait for you to come home for good.
We will be sending you another box soon when I find out from your Mom just what you need at present. Or
you can email us and give us some ideas.
We love you Nathan and our prayers are continuing for you and all of your platoon and know with everyone's
prayers all of you will return to your loved ones before too much longer. Keep safe and take care of each other.
Love, Grandma and Grandpa
Jan 3
To
all the soldiers,
A hello to all of you from
Indiana. This is my first time to this website and it stirs up many emotions as I am reading
through it. I am Roy's 33 year-old
cousin Elaine, and also a former Sailor (6.5 yrs). Anyways, I just wanted to
let all of you know that I...along with many others, appreciate your dedication and service.
You are all serving a purpose far greater than what you may realize, and I pray that God keeps you safe and in the
palm of His hands. Be safe and be alert in your missions each and every day and
know that you are thought of and prayed for by many.
Sincerely,
Elaine Martinez
Jan 1
SGT
Owen Stonelake
Hey, Bro! I'm sitting in
New Zealand right now, here in the rainy ass city of Dunedin,
but better than back home, from what I hear. I'll be back there in a week anyway. I
had to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and to send you and all your troops the best of luck, ALL
of Gods mighty power and Grace to be with you all, and I pray for you all continually! Keep up the GOOD work, stay alive,
and remember us! I thank YOU for my freedom, brother! I do. Thank you! And
Thank you to all you guys stationed and fighting with my brother, keeping each other safe...
Andy Stonelake
Dec 28
Hello
Everyone,
Eugene is doing well.
I see him everyday here in CT. He is walking around alot and his rehab is going good. He is feeling much better and we are
all happy to have him home with his loved ones. Happy New Years and I hope u
all come home safe!
Beth
Dec 25
***To all the soldiers***
HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS!
GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
KEEP YOUR HEAD UP!
Branden Cummings is home,
im having a pretty good christmas! im so happy hes here. i hope all of you are doing okay, and get to see your loved ones
soon! ill chat with you all later, i got to go and open some presents now. be safe. keep your head up!
stay out of trouble!! Love,
Branden And Danielle Cummings~
Dec 25
To All the Guys,
We wanted to wish y'all
a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Eugene sends his best also.
The Kaup Family (Chet, Susan,
Julie and Alan)
Dec 23
Dear
David and Company,
Your Hawaiian family sends
you best regards for yours and company's safe keeping. Our prayers go out to all of you. Come home safe.
Bless you all,
Grandma Grayce and Afalla
Ohana
Dec 22
To Everyone
I want
to let everyone know how Eugene
is doing.
Eugene
got to Connecticut on Thursday and will be staying in the VA hospital there
for awhile to begin his rehab. He gets up and walks everyday for about 30 minutes and they have him riding a bike to build
the strength in his leg and increase the range of motion. His arm is looking really good he has begun picking up little things
and they started stretch it to increase the range of motion. He in really good
spirits and can not wait to get back to lifting weights.
Julie
Dec 21
SGT REGIS!!
THANKS SO MUCH FOR YOUR
CHRISTMAS CARD! I GOT IT IN THE MAIL
TODAY! IT WAS REALLY PRETTY, I HOPE YOU HAVE A GOOD CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEWS YEARS TOO!
BE SAFE AND KEEP YOUR HEAD UP! THANKS FOR DOING WHAT
YOU DO! KEEP MY SOLDIER SAFE, AND YOUR HEAD HELD UP
HIGH. IM PRAYING FOR YOU! I WAS SURPRISED WHEN I GOT THE CARD
IN THE MAIL, I SAID AWWW! BRANDEN IS SUPPOSE TO BE FLYING IN TODAY, SO I HOPE TO SEE
HIM! I WILL SHOW HIM YOUR CARD, AND
THANKS AGAIN! HAVE A GOOD NEW YEARS, AND A MERRY CHRISTMAS,
I HOPE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE!!!
THANKS AGAIN SO MUCH!
BRANDEN CUMMINGS GIRL DANIELLE
CUMMINGS
Dec 18
To Roy Martinez
Unlce Roy - Happy Birthday,
be safe on your missions. I love you- Sammy
Unlce Roy- HAPPY BIRTHDAY
UNCLE ROY- DO A GOOD JOB
ON YOUR MISSIONS, GOD BLESS YOU- AMBI
Uncle Roy- Happy Birthday-
Kick their butt- Love Mia
Roy
- HAPPY 34TH BIRTHDAY!!!! May you have a very blessed birthday, take care of yourself and I'll see you soon. Take your angels with you! Love your fav. sis- Becky
RRRRRRROOOOOOOOYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Happy Birthday bro!! Be safe and see ya in April!!!
Dec 13
Greetings
from Washington
State,
I just wanted to send you
greetings from CPL David Butcher's neck of the woods.
And, woods is what we've got. As I look at the pictures on your website,
the lack of GREEN is evident. Being so close to the holidays I'm sure you miss
the decorations that represent this season.
I wish I could package those
smells, sights and sounds to all of you. I pray for your safe return home and
days of peace amongst the chaos.
David, you should receive
a package soon from me. It's got a little bit of the holidays, some whimsy and
some goodies. Please be safe and take care.
I love being able to see what you are doing and seeing the pictures keeps you ever more present in my heart. Would love to see more of you, David, in the platoon's group pictures.
Much love and God Bless
All of You.
Brenda Carlstrom, David
Butcher's Aunt
Washington
Dec 12
Dear
Roy,
I am so proud of you! I moved to San
Antonio just days before you were departed. I am thinking
of you always, say prayers for you and carry you close to my heart. God will
take care of you and your brothers and will bring all of you home safe. I would like to send you a package. I need an address and ideas of what you need or miss.
I love you Roy
Your freind always,
Elizabeth Treiber Sandoval
Thanks to all of
you for the wonderful gift of FREEDOM !
HOOAH !
Dec 11
To all who
worked with Daniel,
I am so touched to have found
your website and see all the wonderful comments that are made. It is nice to put faces with names. I have been so worried
about the 2 soldiers who were injured in the IED incident with Daniel. I have prayed and will continue to pray for your healing.
I constantly think about what you are going through and everyday realizing more and more of how difficult it must be. You
are all Hero’s in my book and please let me know how you are doing.
Daniels Aunt, Mary Black
Florida
Dec 9
To all of
you,
My name is Pat Comkowycz and I
am PFC Jeff Comkowycz's mom. He told me about this web page so I could see all of his fellow soldiers. As a parent of a soldier,
I have felt so disconnected from my son and all of you over in Iraq.
Now that Jeff is in the States, I want you to know that I have not forgotten all of you. I worry about all of you constantly
and keep you in my prayers.
The tribute to Staff Sgt. Morris
looked honorable and quite emotional. Although I never met the man, I can see through your eyes that he was a top-notch soldier
and a highly respected, awesome individual.
Thank you for what you do every
day. The people of the United States are rallying behind you,
sending love and prayers. So many of them want to help you guys out in any way
but just don't know what to do. Let me know if there is anything I (and they) can do.
I am often asked how to send packages to the troops and what they need. If there is anything (and I mean "anything")
that I can do or send to you, please, please let me know. My husband and I both work at public schools as teachers and we
both have huge support groups to help us get anything you guys want or need.
God bless you all and thank you
for all that you did for Jeff (Comchek) while he was part of your family.
Much love,
Pat Comkowycz
Dec 7
Hey Roy!
This is Pastor Nathan Murray from
FCC. Your dad gave me this web site to contact you. The church and all the Pastors prayed for you last night. You are covered by the blood of JESUS. This prayer
is for you and all who are on this web site and all of our brave soldiers in Iraq.
Heavenly Father, In the name of
JESUS we come before you and we thank you for these brave men and women who are laying down their lives for freedom. Father
we plead the Blood of JESUS over all these men and women. Keep them safe and
their families. Let their be no fear, but let the Peace of GOD rule in there hearts, in JESUS name, AMEN!
Roy,
I will see you soon at FCC. Email me anytime you want. GOD BLESS YOU!
In CHRIST,
Pastor Nathan Murray
Dec 3
To Everyone
About Eugene
I saw Eugene
last night I was really excited to him. He is now at Ft. Hood
after very long trip to get here due to winter storms on the East Coast.
Eugene
looks good. They have not put his arm in a cast yet and they said his leg wounds would just take time to heal. He is good
spirits glad to be back in Texas already asking for me to bring him cookie and
music.
I saw Carver last night also and
he is good spirits
We do not have an address yet
so I have been having people send stuff to my address and I will deliver it him.
Thanks Julie
Note: We do not put mailing addresses on this site. If anyone would like a mailing address for SPC DeNeutte, you may use the contact us link and I will send it to you. - Debra
Nov 30
To Sgt Owen
Stonelake
Owen, I am so proud of you! It's
hard to put in to words what I am feeling or what I am thinking... But I will try. (NO TEARS EITHER) When sitting at home,
all I feel that I can do is pray for you and the rest of your guys. There probably isn't anything greater than having someone
ask God to keep you safe. When praying for someone, you are literally being lifted up to God. That person is asking God to
watch THIS person, keep them safe and under God's watchful, loving eye. What an amazing thought! But yet, somehow, it doesn't
feel like enough! You and your guys are doing such an amazing thing! So monumental and praying feels like such a small token
for what you are doing. So thank you! I hope that you know how special you are to me. I know i don't write very often or get
to talk to you on the phone much... but I want you to know that I think of you every single day! No matter what goes on in
my little life, you are always at the forefront of my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself! With lots of love!!
Your sister, Gina
Nov 30
Hey All,
Not sure if it really matters
for you to hear from a college girl way in the sticks of Minnesota.. but I've
been hearing all about you through Missy, Owen's girl, who is going to school with me. She claims she's too shy to say anything
on here-riiight Owen?? Request from Mis-someone please go hug Owen. But yeah, I'm not an English major so I can't think of
the right way to say what I want. I am thinking of you and of your loss. It can't be easy to continue on with your daily duties
when you are grieving. Remember you each have two shoulders, they still work even if they're soaked with eachothers' tears
so go ahead and use them.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you
-- You are remembered.
May God hold you in the palm of
his hand-Lisa
Nov 27
Dear Soldiers,
How are you guys holding up? I
hope your doing alright! I want you to know that even tho things happen, it happends for a reason. We may want to stop everything
just to protect everyone, but we can only do so much!
Im so proud of you all, you are
all a great insiration to many of people. People like you are called heros, for making our lives free! what you do for this
country is a honor, and i cant wait for you all to just come home. Ive done alot of praying, and i pray so much for you all!
To: Sgt. Morris, You will be remembered
not only in my heart but 100's of others as well. Your in a good place i know that much, you could be dancing to hip hop music
with ballet shoes on. You never know what you can do in heaven. I know your a great guy, thanks for what youve done wtih this
country! god bless you all! Hey i had a xmas card for you by the way, branden has it in his room, he gave it to you at your
memorial, remember me, and come past me sometime, ill say hi to you i promise! Hey do you rememebr when i brought you some
of my moms food when you was on cq? you wouldnt eat it cause you just had some of your wifes dinner, i just want you to know
that i remember you said you would eat it and you didnt! thats what makes me smile is thinking about that!
To Sgt. Nunn, Your a strong man.
You a great buddy to me, ive whoop your butt in xbox, well i didnt but branden did. get ready for some fight night when you
come home! i hope your doing alright, i cant wait to hear from you soon! be safe on your way home buddy! your really speacial
to me, and thanks for always being my friend. I remember pickin on you all the time! you are one hell of a guy, keep your
chin up!! LUV YA!
To Denuette, Hey when i first
met you we both didnt like each other much, but then as time went on we got to know each other and we became closer. I remember
when i went on vacation to ohio and branden had gotten into trouble. When i
came home branden told me you said something. WHen you told me thanks for always keeping branden out of trouble, thats when
it felt good to have you as a friend. Just cause i didnt hang out with you 24/7 doesnt mean i never stuck up for you! thanks
for being strong! your a really good guy, and i hope your surgery went well. I hope your doing alright right now! You are
a great person, thanks for being my friend!
To the other soldiers:
Thanks so much for keeping your
head up, put a smile on your face, everything will be okay! You are all like my brothers i know all of you like the back of
my hand, its like having 34 children, and knowing each of your personalities! you are all great people! thanks so much for
being my big bros. you are all great to me, sometimes that is when you aint pickin on me! You are all my sweet hearts!
Branden: I love you so much, stay
strong and keep head up! Roads aint always smooth ya know, sometimes they get real bumpy. remember what ms. A said, they could
be dancing right now, and putting up all their xmas ornaments and stuff, and gambling. you know im so proud of you. Stay in
there, and keep your head in the game! i love you tons, with all my heart!
God bless you all!
~THANKS SO MUCH FOR DOING WHAT
YOU DO! BE ALL THAT YOU CAN BE!!
~DANIELLE CUMMINGS~
Nov 23
TO ALL
THE SOLDIERS:
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
TO YOU!
I WISH YOU ALL
A GOOD THANKSGIVING! I WISH YOU COULD ALL BE HERE AND
UNDERSTAND WHAT OUR THANKS IS FOR! TODAY I PRAYED AND I PRAYED AT OUR FEAST FOR YOU ALL!
I HOPE THE BEST FOR EACH OF YOU! WISH YOU WERE HERE, COME HOME SAFE, AND
THINK ABOUT US ALL! WE ALL WISH YOU THE BEST THANKSGIVING!
ENJOY YOUR DAY TODAY GUYS! NEVER GIVE UP, KEEP YOUR CHIN UP, AND
STAY STRONG! BE ALL THAT YOU CAN BE!
THANKS SO MUCH! HAPPY
THANKSGIVING!
PS. Branden mom and dad wish you
were here with us. i wish you a good thanksgiving! we all miss you and cant wait for you to come home! daddy told me today,
he wishes the whole family was here, including you! i really miss you! cant wait to talk to you soon!~ Forever yours branden,
Danielle Cummings~
Nov 21
To the guys:
Hey it was awesome seeing your
faces on cam today. you guys seem to be in good spirits. i wish i was as strong as you! you really do make this country proud!
im proud of all your hard work. Watch over branden for me! dont let others get to you k? trust me, we are all waiting for
you guys to come home safe and sound! Soldiers, be all that you can be! stay stong! i know you may run into some bumpy roads
but all will be okay! Youll be okay i promise! i pray to god daily praying for everyones families, i pray that each of you
have a safe home to come to when you return! we all are here praying for you guys in our prayers! Stay cool! Just think, time
is flying by, and youll be home before you know it! Be careful, keep us posted k? let us know what you guys need, and well
do our best. Sorry no chicks can go in the mail! JUST KIDDING! Seriously tho, be safe,
and keep you chin up and stay strong! you are all a team, and as a team you work hard and show us that what you do for a living
isnt the easiest job! Its not a easy job here too! we all worry about if your okay, or if everything is alright! Thanks for
saying hi to me guys. i know i was crying and boo hooing, but remember i can whoop you in combatives. In a rear naked choke!
I enjoyed seeing a smile on your faces, i know branden is okay! keep him safe for me. I pray for you all! thank so much for
all that you soldiers do!
~Danielle Cummings
Nov 21
To Branden
HEY BABY! HOW ARE
YOU? Latley its been pretty rough. as you know ive been pretty down lately. i miss you so much! Your all i think about! My
box hasnt gotten there yet huh? i hope its there soon! i love you so much branden! im so proud of you!! you are doing a great
job! i love you so much! today it was really nice being able to see you on cam. It was cool seeing everyone else too. I thought
it was cool how yall seem happy, yall are able to put smiles on each others faces! you are my world branden, i cant live without
you! Be safe in Iraq, be careful, im serious! i love you so
much! Your friends promised me they'd take care of you! i pray to god every nite and wish for the best for all of you! i pray
that you come back home in my arms again, safe! i pray that you are okay, and that god is protecting you! i shed thousands
of tears a day thinking of you! i hope you are okay baby!! if you need anything let me know im here for you!
i love you with all my heart,
remember that. it may get tough, but the tougher you are, the stronger. Ignore what people may have to say, and think of it
like this, its me and you not us and them. no matter what branden im always goign to be your baby girl!
i love you tons~ forever yours
kisses and hugs to you!! Danielle Cummings
ps. BE SAFE
and I LOVE YOU!!!
Nov 4
To Branden
Cummings
Hey baby! how are you doing? i
miss you so much, i cant wait for you to call me again. i know youve been busy latley, i just wanted to tell you HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
I havent been doing much latley. Just thinking about you constantly is my main focus. I sit and wonder what are you doing,
or what your thinking about, or if your scared? But i know i cant worry about that, cause all it does is try and stress me
out. Im doing okay, i just wish you were home. I love you tons baby! i cant wait to kiss you on your lips again. HURRY HOME
BABY! be safe, write me lots of letters, and try and call me as much as you can. i love you. i will talk to you later
FOREVER YOURS BABY DANIELLE CUMMINGS
Oct 28
To All the
Men,
I may not be as articulate as
some of the other notes posted, but we are so very proud of each and every one of you.
My husband and I come from families who have a long history of serving in the military.
My husband's great-great (maybe even another great) grandfather served in the entire Civil War. My husband got interested in genealogy because of the military aspect and has traced everyone in
his family. His father was in the Merchant Marines as a very young man, I believe
17 years old. He had one uncle who served in the Battle
of the Bulge,and many more throughout the family. My family also served in World
War I and World War II (Navy and Army infantry).
Anyway, we deeply appreciate
what you're doing for our country, you can always be proud of that. For those
of you who are married, I can relate to the hardship it places on you and your family.
My husband and I were married right out of high school. He went to college
and upon graduating joined the Marine Corps and served in Vietnam. I am so proud of him. He is a very patriotic
man. We will be praying for all of you and think of all of you often and your
safe return.
Maureen (and Drew).
Oct 27
Dear Branden
Cummings,
Whats up white boy? This is your homie from the riverbreeze Amanda. I am trying
to figure out how you are going to get a e-mail but I guess its possible. How
are you holding up over there? Well that is probably a stupid question it has to be the scarriest thig you have ever done
in you life? I hope you get to stay in contact with Danielle b/c I know she is what would will keep your spirits up and keep
you strong. I also hope she is doing alright besides missing you more than anything. If you can have her keep in contact with me so I can know what is going on. I don't know her e-mail addy or I would just write her myself. I
talk to your dad all of the time and he is so proud of you. I am also proud of
you and don't forget to show all of your buddys over there you famous move that always made us laugh. Well I hope to here from you or Danielle soon.
Homies-4-Life
Amanda & Girls
Oct 27
To All The
Men,
I send this letter to all of you
serving our country who will be away from your family and loved ones for such long periods of time. I have one son-in-law who just returned this month from his second 18 month tour in Iraq who is also in
the army and my other son-in-law who is in the AF will be leaving in Dec for somewhere over there. I am so proud of them and you all.
My husband, brothers, and father-in-law
all served and defended our country. I don’t think there are any words
to truly express how proud I and my husband are of the men and women who have chosen to defend our country.
We will keep you all incur prayers
daily. I have a list that hangs on the wall next to my bed with a list of prayer
requests and I am changing that list tonight and placing your unit at the top of the list!
I also want to tell the person or persons responsible for setting up this web site, thank you. I have often wondered how I could reach out to other soldiers overseas and didn’t know how to go
about it. This is wonderful.
If any of you wish to write to
me or need anything that I can send over to you to make your tour a little easier please feel free to contact me either by
email or my home address. My husband is a minister to the bikers as well as a
(new) truck driver so we are on the road a lot so the easiest way to contact me is by e-mail.
We were full time RV-ers for the past 4 years and he has just recently gone back to work to pay off some bills so that
we can get back out there on the road attending the motorcycle rallies telling others about Christ.
God bless you each and every one. I pray for God’s hedge of protection around each of you night and day. God Bless. ~Melinda Bear Arizona
Note: It is against our policy to publish addresses on this site. Any soldier wanting Melinda’s email address can email through the site and I will give it to you.
-Debra
Oct 19
Dear Brad
Griffith,
My name is Cindy Schulze and I
am from your hometown. Your Grandfather, (big Doug) shared your unit's website
with me. The mom who put this together for you guys is really great! If you attended Davis High, you might know my son. My son
is Matt Schulze. He is a year younger than you and he is a Marine. He just returned from his second tour in Iraq
the end of August. Matt is stationed in the San Diego
area. You will be surprised to know that there are several military families
here in town. I have been gathering a list of families who have kids in the Military
and so far I have over 35 families and counting. If you grew up here you probably
know several of them.
Doug tells me you are just now
arriving in Iraq. I
wish you the very best. I know it will be hard for you, but remember we at home
are praying for your safety and are so very proud of you. Without our Military
we would not be the great country that we are.
Take care of yourself and stay
safe,
Sincerely,
Cindy Schulze
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Nov 30
Hey, hi guys,
My name is Kaatcya. I am a singer for
the Lord! I am sending you all a Psalm 91 and I will
be
including you all, including your loved ones, in my
prayers beginning tomorrow.
Much love in Jesus, Kaatcya
Oct 19
greetings all...
just a note of thanks...for that is all i can give in this email... in addition i always give my prayers
for your safety and periodically donate to current and past vets organizations to help you and your famalies.
I just want you all to know how proud we are of your service and sacrifice and how your famalies must survive
without you .... God Bless all of you and may you and thanks for keeping us safe !
Aug 22
To all the guys,
First, thanks for your dedication and commitment to this great country of ours. We are truly blessed
by individuals like you and your fellow soldiers. I don't know anyone personally who is currently active in the military.
I was trying to find someone I could contact and e-mail with, and maybe to send some items to.
Please feel free to post my e-mail for correspondence. Thank you, good luck, be safe and God Bless.
Karl
kmkkobz@aol.com
Aug 14
Hey all my brothers in arms,
Things here in the great hood area are getting better. Its much hotter here, and i just recently got
a job. Im workin back at SONIC yea.
How are yall doing? Know that i am here praying for yall all the time, yall are constantly on my mind. charlie(brandens
dad) he will be here for thanksgiving. He is even thinkin bout moving here, i hope he does. I miss branden alot, and i want
all of you to know that i think bout yall constantly. i got a video of branden playing with our fish tank. Its neat.. i said
on there this is branden and it stopped then i said "keep going" and it started back up as if he was talkin to me. its nice
knowing he is around. I know he is watchin over you all.
God bless you all for doing what you do, i am SO SO SO proud of yall for everything! you guys are my inspiration,
and i couldnt have asked for better friends, brothers, and soldiers in my life! thank you all so much for everything from
the bottom of my heart.
God bless you and Thank you again. Let me know how all of you are doing. ill talk to you later! ~DANIELLE
DENNULL~
July
4
To all the guys,
Just wanted
to drop in and say "THANK YOU ALL" for protecting me and mine! Thank you for your service to this great nation. Stay safe
out there and we all look forward to your safe return. God Speed! This Day - Independance Day - Is for all of you....and YOU
ALL are in our hearts, minds & prayers!
There are hundreds
of thousands of PROUD AMERICANS who are so very thankful for all that you do - for your service to this great nation and your
constant selflessness!
It is because
of you that I get to lay my head down in safety every night, and take in breath with each new sunrise & choose what I
want to do or not do every moment of the day!
You are all
my heart & soul!
May God's hedge
of protection be about each & every one of you. We stand in awe of you, and will fly Ole Glory proudly in your absence...until
each of you return home to U.S. Soil.
God Speed all..
HighSalute
(Asha - Alabama)
July 2
SGT Saldivar,
Hey carnal, How have you been? Im at work right now on my break.I just wanted to say i love you and that
i pray for you every night before i go to bed. Please be careful out there.Call me when you get a chance. Josie should still
have my number. I got to get back to work. Please careful and watch your back out there.
always in my thoughts
Pete Saldivar
June 21
Hey SOLDIERS..
I miss you all like crazy! i will be leaving on the 8th to head to florida, i will be visiting branden alot,
i really miss him. I cant wait for all of you to come home, its been crazy in texas i mean its been raining alot and
peoples houses are being flooded. the other day we had a tornado in Coperas cove. Nobody died tho which is good. I miss yall
so so so much. CHarlie wants to see yall when you get home, he wants to honor all of you for your great doings. As well as
id love to be there too! I love you all like brothers, you all mean so much to me. i still pray for you guys, be safe and
know that i am always thinking about you! i couldnt have asked for better friends! thank you all so much for everything, thank
you most of all for being all you can be. God bless you guys, and know that you are in my constant prayers.
Forever your guys lil sis,
Danielle Dennull Cummings!
PS. Drop a line by when ever you want i love hearing from yall. GOD BLESS~~~
May 8
DEAR GUYS,
HI, MY NAME IS JAN AND I, AM A MEMBER OF FRIENDS AND CAMPERS (FAC). DEBRA, NATHAN'S MOM, AND I ARE
FRIENDS. I JUST WANTED TO SEND YOU MY FAMILIES APPRECIATION AND LOVE FOR ALL YOU ARE DOING. YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS
AND PRAYERS EVERYDAY.
I JUST LOOKED AT THE PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE AND YOUR PICTURES OF FAMILY AND YOUR KIDS ARE JUST BEAUTIFUL.
I KNOW IT IS STARTING TO GET VERY HOT OVER THERE SO WE WILL BE GETTING SOME "COOL STUFF" TOGETHER TO SEND
TO YOU.
PLEASE STAY SAFE AND KNOW YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN.
HUGS JAN
April 30
To SPC Brian Reeves
Hey baby,
Well you have been gone from R&R for 3 days now and I am missing you like crazy! I will be soooo
glad when this deployment is over. Me and the kids need you more than ever. It gets really crazy and hard around
here without your help. I hope you are doing okay. I am so glad you made it back safely. Having you here for the
birth of our son was so wonderful. I am so thankful that you were able to be here. I am so blessed you to have
a husband like you. The girls miss you like crazy. They walk around saying, "DaDa" all the time. It's so
sweet but yet it cuts me like a knife everytime. I hate that you are going to miss alot of Lance's 1st year of life
but hopefully this will all be over soon. I am praying for you and the guys and I hope each of you stay safe the rest
of the tour. I love you baby and please stay safe and keep your head down.
All my love, Your loving wife Cara xoxo
April 14
To David Butcher and Gang,
Was grand seeing more pictures on the site. Love seeing you, too, Dave.
It's finally Spring here and the weather here in Washington has actually been nice. Everything is
in bloom causing most sinus issues.
Dave, your cousin Brenner will be going to Springfield, Massachusetts on April 19th to the National Hoop
Shoot Contest. He represents the Northwest Region (Alaska, Washington, Oregon, and Idaho) 10-11 year olds. Out
of over 3 million boys and girls, he's one of 72 competing in the Nationals. If he wins, he'll be in the Basketball
Hall of Fame.
I miss you and pray for your safety and that of your fellow platoon. Hope you all come home soon.
Brenda Carlstrom
David Butcher's Aunt in Washington Stes
Mar 16
Dear Roy,
Just dropping a note to let you know that I am still thinking of you.
Love,
Elizabeth Treiber Sandoval
Mar 24
Hey MY PROUD SOLDIERS!
How are you? Ive been thinking about yall alot. yesterday even i was holding a convo about memeries i remember
the most. Little things that made me laugh! I think about you all all the time! i never stop! i constantly pray that you all
come home safe, and pray that branden is watching over you! i pray that i hold you on strong and that ou are talking to your
loved ones all the time! I miss yall so much! Im so proud of you! when i first met you it was like "oh my god".. but now im
thanking him for everything. Im so glad i got to know you all, and im glad i got to share some laughs too! You guys make me
so proud, thank you guys for everything you do! and thats from the bottom of my heart! seriously, weve had some rough times,
but look how far weve come. Im always going to be here for you to talk to, just to pick on, or even cry on a shoulder. im
here k buddies! imma stick with you just like you stuck with me!
Thank you so much! God Bless You Soldiers, FOR EVERYTHING! THANK YOU!
KISSES AND HUGS~COME HOME SOON~
Your baby sister, Danielle Cummings
ps. Keep your head in the game, Your Chin up, And your head ducked low. God Bless!!!
Mar 23
Hey guys,
How are you doing? I talked to a soldier yesterday and all of you know who he is! His name is Battles. Yea..
some rough memories i know.. but hey he just found out about branden yesterday when he called me. Hes comming back. And one
of the sargents told him hes got to get transfered.. so he is. I want you to know he took it hard yesterday but he did well.
Him and branden were best friends ya know!
How are yall doing tho for real? Be safe okay, i want all of you to come back home. i aint been keeping
up on whats happening there, i do want you to know tho you are in my everyday prayers, and thank you for everything. Thank
you for always being here when i needed you most.
God bless you soldiers~ Ill talk to you later yall, I MISS YOU~ COME HOME SOON!!!
~your baby sister Danielle Cummings~
Mar 20
Hey guys!!
I MISS YOU! well these past week is getting pretty rough now, i just got some news that im not ready for
the challenge yet. My brother RICKY is getting sent to iraq in July. Everything that just happend with branden and stuff im
just not ready ya know. Well he said hes going to a green zone, so hes suppose to be okay! hes a doctor in the army,
and he is only 24 years old.
I just wanted to stop by this early morning and tell you all that i love you guys so much and thank you
for everything! thanks for keeping us back home safe. Thanks for everything youve done for me. thanks for all your support,
its really helped me through alot.
How you are you men doing? are you growing hair on your chins yet? :-) I want to tell you thanks, and i
cant wait for yall to come home. Please and i beg you to please keep a smile on your face! NO MATTER HOW ROUGH YOUR DAY MAY
GET, AND HOW BAD IT MAY SEEM, KEEP A SMILE ON YOUR FACE, IT REALLY MAKES YOU FEEL BETTER! 'CUZ ONCE YOU SEE SOMEONE ELSE SMILING
IT MAKES YOU FEEL TEN TIMES GREATER, AND MAKES THEM HAPPY TOO!
STICK TO THE CHALLENGE AND NEVER GIVE UP, IVE GOT YOUR BACK BROS~ IM ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU, AND ALWAYS GOING
TO BE. THANK YOU GUYS SO MUCH!
write me sometimes darlings, I MISS YALL SO MUCH
AND THANKS FOR WHAT YOU DO!!!!
~your baby sister~ Danielle Cummings
Mar 4
HEY MY BROTHERS IN ARMS!!!
how are ya'll doing? Ive had better days but today is my day to appreciate everything ya'll do! ive written
some letters to a few of you, and through this stuggle ive relised how great and powerful you all are. We started at 34 soldiers
in 3rd platoon, now were down to 32. I dont want this to stop you from doing your job guys! im always going to be your little
sister, and im always going to be here if you need someone to talk to! i appreciate everything yall have done for me, but
this time i have to show you that i aprrecitate what you do for everyone! You all have just lost the love of my life,
your brother in arms... but dont stop smiling. I told charlie the way to make your day brighter is to put a smile on
your face and keep your chin held high.. god gave us a challenge, and if he didnt think we could over come this challenge
he wouldnt have given it to us. You are all true heros in my eyes. Doing what you do, fighting for our freedom thats a hell
of a job i couldnt do, thats why im so PROUD of each of you! I pray at night for you all, and i bless the fact that ive gotten
the chance to know each of you! Sometimes its not the easiest days, and i just start to cry, but i want you to know something,
during that moment of tears branden is right beside me for a shoulder to lean on! You are all heros in my book no matter what
anyone says! you give me strenghth to become a better person. Do your best in everything you do! God bless everyone of you
soldiers for being here for me and the family, but god bless the fact that your a soldier. Thank you so much for all your
hard work! Thank you just dont describe how thankful i really am! but seriously without yall i couldnt have made it, and without
all the support. I thank you all for everything. Keep praying at night, and bless what you have okay! i love you all like
my brothers and never forget it guys! You are all really a TRUE AMERICAN HERO! GOD BLESS YOU!
Forever your baby sister, ~Danielle Cummings~
ps. Branden Cummings--- You are My shining armor, my best friend, my everything, i think about you every
day and every nite, you got so many friends buddy, and i miss you like hell, but forever youll be in my heart, and i know
youll aways be in all your brothers in arms' heart too! god bless you baby, I MISS YOU, and I LOVE YOU! thank you so much
branden for everything~ XOXO KISSES!
Mar 3
To all the guys,
WE CAN NEVER REPAY FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO OUR COUNTRY. MY HEARTFELT THANKS AND PRAYERS FOR YOUR
GREAT SACRIFICE.
Mar 3
To all the guys,
Thank you so much for your service. My prayers are with you. Without you, our country could
not survive and we are forever in debt for that.
Mar 2
To all the guys with Appreciation and Gratitude
The day does not pass without a thought of your service and sacrifice. Regardless of how shrill the political
debate becomes never, never doubt that a solid majority of your countrymen are aware of what you do and why you do it.
The fight you are in will not end when you are triumphant in Afghanistan or Iraq but will shift to some
other theatre; this is a long war and we must understand that bleak fact. Your strength of arms however is made effective
by your resolution to see the task through to completion.
Your fellow citizens rely on you to be mentally tough especially when the "chattering classes" back home
are vicious in their critique of the war. I for one sleep soundly because you don't and, with sincere gratitude, thank you.
J. Moore, USN-Ret
Mar 1
To all the guys,
Thank you so much for your courage and dedication, for your sacrifices and heroism, for your clear-sightedness
and your patriotism. We do not forget you, and you are in our prayers.
Linda Bell Carlson
Mar 1
To all the guys,
You all have my sincere gratitude for the sacrifice and courage you've shown overseas. Our military
makes America proud and gives us peace at home. I hope someone has been able to articulate how deep our thanks runs.
Mar 1
To our Troops in harms ..........
We've heard all we want to hear from the anti-war, anti-everything America crowd........they will be challenged
on March 17.......their free ride is over.......if not now, then when??
Enough is enough ........"we've got your back"............ "We will"
Harry Riley, COL, USA, Ret
Gathering of Eagles Co-Coordinator
Those who wait on the Lord...shall mount up with wings like Eagles" (Isaiah 40:31)
Feb 28
To all the guys,
Without your wonderful dedication and devotion to our country, our freedom, our families, our way of life----we
would descend into a life that none of us could even fathom,,,you are the salvation of this country as we know it today and
we say a prayer of thanksgiving and appreciation of your effort on a daily basis----God bless you all----and stand tall.
Lee Clapp Florida
Feb 28
To the Cummings and Morris families,
God bless you and your families. God bless your sons who gave all to keep our country safe and free.
I have twin daughters who are 8 years old and don't quite understand all that our nation is up against. I just want
to thank you and your sons for being there and giving all so that my daughters will never have to experience the terror that
these lifeforms wish to inflict on us. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Lawrence Kent
Encinitas, CA
Feb 28
To all the guys,
God bless and watch over you.
Thank you. Military Brat and Vet’s daughter.
Terri Wagner
Feb 28
To all the guys,
Thank you for your bravery and dedication, may God bless you and your families for you honor and commitment
to duty. Your selfless actions are an example to all. You are true heroes.
Feb 28
To all your wonderful guys and gals,
I sincerely THANK YOU each one for your bravery and commitment. You are the BEST!!
To the families of the fine young men that gave all they had..... may God comfort you and
bless you with all the sweet memories of your loved one.
GOD BLESS AMERICA !!!!!
Feb 28
To all our fighting men and women,
May God bless and keep you until you are home again. Thank you very much for your service.
E F Downs
Feb 28
To all the guys,
There are no WORDS than can express my thanks to all of you for the sacrifices you make every single day.
Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you and a thankful America says GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Ceil Sposato and Family
Feb 28
To all the guys,
We thank God for you and for your families. You are the best of us, and there would not be a United
States of America without you. You are in our hearts and in our prayers.
The Ben Carnes family California
Feb 28
To all the guys,
I can only say thank you for your many sacrifices all of you make on a daily basis. Having had my oldest
son and oldest daughter active military for over 14 years I know how a parent and a family feels.
Our troops and their families are in my prayers. As Ayn Rand said, "The evil of the world is made possible
by nothing but the sanction you give it." Please, give no sanction
Cliff Duluth, MN.
Feb 28
To the guys and their Families,
THANK YOU and may GOD BLESS YOU!
Glenn W. Sleeman
Feb 28
To the Cummings and Morris families,
As a naturalized American who immigrated from a country liberated by the United States, I sincerely thank
your brave sons for making the ultimate sacrifice. I am so proud of them and all of the men and women fighting for us.
They are the beacon of hope. Their light will always shine in my heart. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Thank you, J. Boudreau
Feb 28
To all the guys,
UN Secretary General, Dag Hammarskjold said, "In our era, the road to holiness necessarily passes through
the world of action." Thank you for your actions in defending the world from terrorism. God bless you and keep
you all the days of your life.
Prayers for your safe return are being said daily.
Peace and blessings,
Anne Carney, mother of an OCS candidate
Feb 28
To all the guys,
I want to thank all of you who serve our country as members of the US military. I appreciate your
conviction and dedication to duty. Many of our elected leaders don't have a clue about the impact of their actions.
The more they talk the more it is clear that they are blindly playing politics without any regard for the impact of their
actions. You people deserve our utmost respect. I, for one, applaud you. Our prayers are with you and I hope someday,
people will recognize the good work you do every day.
Richard Allison
Feb 28
To all the guys,
God bless you You will remain in our prayers.
A proud parent of a SOLDIER,
Rick Mikesell in Ohio
Feb 28
To the families,
My prayers of gratitude go out to the families of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of
freedom.
Eileen, Proud Mom of a Young U.S. Marine
Feb 28
To the guys and their families,
I can't say much else other than thanks. Thank you for your courage and I am sorry for your
loss. Thank you for raising such heroes.
I hope tomorrow is better.
Bruce Caldwell
Feb 27
Hello brave and courageous soldiers,
I thank you for your wonderful sacrifice and service. I am 100% behind you and your mission. I see how
hard it is to carry out your mission in Iraq. You are battling terrorists and insurgents over there and politicians,
media, liberals, etc. back here in the U.S.
Please know there are millions of the silent majority who know you are building a foundation for good
people in Iraq. No one wants war and conflict, but the change coming to the people there is long over due.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Lynn Christensen
Feb 27
To all the guys,
Enough can't be said about you who serve our country as members of the US military. I honor you, but more
importantly I appreciate your conviction and respect you more than anybody. Our elected leaders don't have half the conviction
and strength of the most diminutive grunt, and those who have served and wholehearted support you, I support and applaud them.
Others who claim to support you yet with every word from their mouths tear down the commander-in-chief and proclaim we've
lost the war, I rebuke them harshly. I'd like one of these spineless twits to make these statements in the presence of a soldier.
Though respect and decorum would prohibit a response, I'm sure the jaded pigs would think twice before slandering our military.
I won't stand for anybody attacking our troops or bad-mouthing the US. You people deserve our utmost respect. I, for one,
applaud you.
God Bless You.
Scott Smith Boulder, CO
Feb 20
TO OUR GUYS,
GOOD MORNING, MY NAME IS CRIAG CULLEN. I UNDERSTAND WHAT WAR IS LIKE. I AM AN VIETMAN VETERAN.
I WAS WONDERING HOW I COULD GET IN TOUCH WITH YOU GUYS. I SAW THE DEATH OF PFC BRADEN CUMMIMGS IN THE PAPER.
MY WIFE PEGGY AND I SEND OUR PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY. HE WAS FROM TITUSVILLE AND WE ARE FROM ORLANDO.
MY WIFE AND I PRAY FOR ALL OF YOU EACH DAY. YOU ARE DOING THE RIGHT THING AND WE REALLY ARE BEHIND YOU.
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU IF YOU IF YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO. MY E-MAIL IS BEING SENT TO YOU IN THE REAL MAIL VIA THE WEBSITE.
GOD BLESS AND MAY GOD KEEP YOU ALL SAFE.
CRAIG
Feb 18
HEY GUYS,
I JUST GOT MY SUNDAY PAPER AND
I AM FROM ORLANDO FL.SO I GET THE NEWS FROM
THE AREA. AS YOU ALL MUST KNOW IT IS NOT FAR FROM TITUSVILLE
AND YOUR FALLEN COMRADE Pfc., BRANDON CUMMINGS.
MY
PRAYERS GO OUT TO HIS DADDY IN TITUSVILLE AND
HIS BESTEST GIRL IN TEXAS. WHAT THEY ALL
DID AT CHRISTMAS SURE GOT MY HEART PUMPING AND TEARS
FALLING. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY
HEART. YOU GUYS ARE HIS FAMILY TOO IN ALL
WAYS THAT COUNT.
NOW
I WILL INTRODUCE MYSELF. MY NAME IS ALANA HODGES AND AS I HAVE SAID I AM FROM ORLANDO
FL. I HAVE A SON IN THE U.S.M.C. STATIONED NEAR BAGHDAD.
HE IS TRAINING THE IRAQI MEN SO THEY CAN TRAIN THEIR MEN PROPERLY. HIS HOPES
ARE TO GET THEM TRAINED SO THEY CAN TAKE CARE
OF THEIR OWN SO OUR OWN CAN COME HOME SOONER NOT LATER.
HE IS MY SON
AND I AM AT HIS BACK. I PUT HIM IN GODS HANDS
AND SUPPORT HIM JUST AS Pfc.CUMMINGS DAD BACKED HIM
AND MOST OF YOUR FOLKS SUPPORT THE REST OF YOU. I AM ALSO HERE TO LET YOU KNOW THAT THERE
IS A SITE SET UP FOR ALL MILITARY AND
I WANT TO GET THE SITE SENT TO SOMEONE THERE TO GET
IT GOING. THERE ISN'T A BETTER PLACE IN THE WORLD RIGHT NOW
TO LET ALL OF YOU KNOW YOU ARE LOVED AND
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU==== EACH AND EVERY DAY.
SO IF SOMEONE COULD GET BACK TO ME I WOULD LOVE TO GET
THIS SITE TO YOU AND GET
Pfc..CUMMINGS SHOWCASED PLUS THE REST OF YOU. MY SON
IS THE ONLY ONE RIGHT NOW AND
HE IS LONELY.
MY PRAYERS TO Pfc. CUMMINGS DAD AND
FIANCEE'. I DO HOPE THIS GETS TO THEM.
HUGS AND
PRAYERS TO THE REST OF YOU.
ALANA HODGES
Feb 17
Owen and Fellow Soldiers,
Hey, Owen, all you amazing and extremely courageous souls in Iraq! Thank you so much from the bottom of
my heart for the incredible service you are doing ME!! My freedom!! I mean this next question from the depths of my abilities,
what can I do for you? I will continue to pray for all of you, I will continue to ask for prayers from complete strangers
for all of you, and I will continue to uphold this front and stand up for your freedoms and rights and RESPECT!!
On the wake of the news of Pvt Cummings death, we all grieve for his family, his friends, his fiance, and
all of his brothers in arms!! You are ALL in our prayers, we call upon God to deliver you all from harm, to protect you all
from all of the enemies ways and wiles and attempts. We call upon God's Righteous Anger and Awesome Power to free those fighting
the good fight and seeking to make this world a better place! Only God knows the ends of this war, and only He can give success,
take it away to learn a lesson in humility or sacrifice, and only He knows the outcomes of each and every one of you! He loves
you and wants your support!! We all support you, but we are here on earth to support Him!! By standing up for God's ways,
God will stand up for yours!! In the wake of so much agony, can any of us say we are ready? Its so easy to turn away from
God and Jesus Christ, a forgiveness of every evil done, but so much harder to turn to Him. Christ is so much bigger than any
force on, above or below the earth. So quit tellling God how big your storm is, how big your trial is! Instead, tell
your storm, your trial, how BIG your God IS!!!!
May God bless you all and keep you safe. Thank you again for your service!!
Andrew Stonelake
Feb 16
Dear Guys,
Just wanted to send this to let y'all all know how much we appreciate what you are doing. Words are
inadequate for the sacrifice you are making for our freedom. I am the teacher of the Omega Class at Newellton Christian Academy.
Each week we have Chapel, and we say a special prayer to the Lord to keep all of you safe and that you each return soon.
I am also SPC Brian Reeves mother-in-law and by the way no bad mother-in-law jokes haha! Anyway we are all sooo
proud of all of you. The children are always interested in what each of you are doing and pray for you all the time.
To my son-in-law stay safe and come home soon to your family, the girls miss you and Cara is going
nuts without you. I am enjoying my time with her and the girls, but wish it was under different circumstances and you
were here too. Just think when you get back I will cook whatever you want!!!! Gumbo, etouffee' etc.....,
Oh and by the way the lake is waiting on you Brian.
Love, Ms.Rhonda and the Omega Class
Feb 14
To All The Guys,
Wanted to wish you "guys" happy Valentine's day. Not only today but
every day you are loved and thought about. Thanks for all the great things you do in making me and mine free.
Susan
Feb 9
dear ssg wilson,
i was so glad 2 find pics of u on this website i am so glad u r doing ok
theres nothing new at home except 4 its very cold here that sucks. i am going 2 try to call caroline in a few days to see
how shes doing.
i love and miss ya bunches jen and doug
Feb 1
Bradley,
Hey baby this is your wife Samantha just wanted to say hi and i love you. Please come home safely. We all
miss you. Hope to hear from you soon. I love you with all my heart.
Jan 30
To All The Guys,
Hi, Guys, This is the Old Queen Mother Hen of the Red Hattie's. Just wanted to tell you , that you guys
are Wonderful. So proud of you for what each and everyone of you are doing. You are in my prayers every night
to keep you safe and bring you home soon.
Also, I wanted to send you all a Big Valentine Hug, So here it is. Huuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuug.
For each and everyone of you. Plus, XOXOXXX, hope your wife or girlfriends don't get jealous of this old lady sending you
hugs and kisses.
Let me know if there is anything you need, I will get the gals together and get it to you. Bless you all,
Queen Mother Hen
Jan 19
To All the Guys,
Hi, my name is Amy Morris, Daniel's mom. I really don't know what to write except to let you
know how proud I am of all our heroes. Even though I lost Daniel, I know that he firmly stood for this cause and he always
said that if he died, then he died doing what he loved. Daniel was a very strong Christian and I don't just say that because
I'm his mom. Everyone says that he carried his Bible on every mission. If there is anything I can do to help our
soldiers please let me know.
Thanks Amy
Jan 10
SPC Reeves,
Hey baby, just wanted to leave you an email on the page and say that I love
and miss you more everyday. Hope you are doing okay and the girls miss you like crazy!
Stay safe and Come home soon to us.
Love, Cara and the girls
Jan 3
To:
LT Ortega
Hey I just got home and i recieved
your letter in the mail. Your welcome for the card. Yes branden is home. He will be comming back soon! we just returned from
Florida
yesterday, and we are now back in Texas. thanks again for the reply. i will
talk to you later.
Be safe soldiers***
Brandens Cummings Girl,
Danielle Dennull Cummings~
Jan 1
To all the guys,
Wanted to wish all
the guys a happy and safe new year. Thanks for all that you do for our freedoms.
Susan
Dec 26
Dear Nathan,
Grandpa and
I were so happy to hear from your Mom that you would be coming home for two weeks on R&R and wished we lived closer to
Missouri and that we could see you when you arrive. We will call you when we find out exactly when you will arrive so we can
talk to you.
Thanks so much for the Christmas card and nice note you wrote to us--it meant a lot and to think you are over
there fighting for all of us back home and you took the time to write us a card. God
Bless You Nathan. I sent a Christmas Card to Eugene down In Texas as since he
was wounded and sent back to the States I knew he wouldn't receive the card we sent him to Iraq. It is good to hear he is
doing better and hopefully in time things will look up for him.
Thank all our guys for what they are doing for us Americans and we pray
each night for all of them and their safe return to their families.
Love, Grandma and Granpa
Dec 23
To SSG Saldivar
Hey bro sorry i have not e-mailed
you yet. my computer had a virus. Well i just wanted say I love you and that I am praying for you everyday. All is fine at home, my wife is good. My son Adrian is great. He is already two and a half talking up a
storm. I think he looks just like me. Its a good thing there’s a sexy gene in our dna. My
daughter Destiny is in 6 grade and is almost as tall as me. My poor baby girl. That trips me out. I to am doing o.k., I trying
to get ready for nursing school in May. I play my guitar everyday to try to ease the stress of everyday life.
I called your wife a couple of
times just to find out how you are. I try to keep up with current events in Iraq, but sometimes it’s hard to take in. Please be
carful Anthony when you are kicking down doors, and stay strong mentely bro. I love you bro. I have a little bit of internet
access at work. I will e-mail on Saterdays or Sundays.
Have a safe Christmas and a safe
new years. Got to get back to work.
love your carnal
Pete Saldivar
Dec 19
To Roy Martinez
Happy B-day Roy ,say hi to
MR.Hajji for me.Hope you like your mail see you soon Bro...love you holmes...
Dec 19
To Roy Martinez
Okay, so we're a day late. Its the thought that counts right? Happy
Birthday from your favorite brother and his wife. Of course you know its Tony. Nicolas says Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Alex says beat the bad guys. We hope all is well with you. Be safe and keep in touch.
Love ya! Tony, Jess, Nicolas,
Alex and Daniel
Dec 18
Hey
Branden Cummings,
How is my sexy hubby doing
today? well, im getting more and more anxious. just a couple more days and i get to see you! ahhh.. im getting so impatient.
Ive been hanging with Adam and Marcella alot latley! its been pretty cool, we've all just been doing alot of christmas shopping!
Hey you know that big present i was telling you about, its comming in the mail, i found out yesterday that i dont know if
it will be here the day of christmas or a couple days after. Its a great present i know youd love it!! hehe. So you excited,
to bring you booty here to the big TEXAS.
Hahaa... well baby i will see you soon just thought id stop by to show some love for you on this page from little ol' me!
hehe
Forever Yours Your Princess,
Danielle Cummings
Dec 17
Hey
Evan!
We're thinking and praying
for you and all of 1st CAV.
We're going to be putting up the tree in a little while, drinking some egg nog & decorating it- doesn't feel the same
without you here but because of what all of you are doing, we are able to do these simple things here that we tend to take
for granted!
God Bless you!
Love, Mom
Dec 12
Hi
Everyone,
Just a few words to say
thanks for taking care of business for all of us at home. It is raining outside
today on the west coast where I am. I hope your weather is tolerable. My wife and I pray for you and all our men and women that are not with their families this Christmas Season. We have never met any of you, but I would love to.
It takes a very special person to do what you do. We hope that your Holidays
are safe and sound for all of you. God Bless You!
Phill Hoxie
USCGR (ret) E-9
Dec 11
Guys,
Thanks for making me unafraid
of flying, of hanging an Amercain Flag, for worshipping the way I choose, for expressing myself any way I want. I am gld that there are "guys" that do this for me. I honor and thank you for the sacrafice you make for
me and the rest of America.
We are very, very grateful.
Thanks,
Susan
Dec 9
**HEY
BRANDEN CUMMINGS**
How are you doing today
on this freezing morning? Well im doing alright just holding up, doing my best to keep
my chin up! :-) So have you been workin on pool latley? are you whoopin any butt yet? Well Lemme tell you whats up...
I played marcella in pool yesterday and i whooped her. i knocked all my balls in, and she had 4 left on the table! you better
be practicing like their aint no tomarrow, cause get ready for a butt whoopin in pool baby! you are my world! i miss you so
much! i cant wait for you to come home, just for me to wrap my arms around you and hold you tight! I stayed at marcellas last
night, she made some spanish food, it was really good. her rice looked like gritz tho, but thats besides the point. it was
really good! what do you want me to cook you as the first meal when you get home? Spaghetti, lasagna, ramen, schnitzel, mashed
potatoes... lemme know! well hey baby imma let you go for now, just wanted to drop by to tell you that i love you with all
my heart!! FOREVER YOURS, YOUR BABY GIRL, DANIELLE CUMMINGS***
Dec 8
Hey
Branden,
How are you doing? How aer
you holding up? im doing alright! i miss you so much! i cant wait for you to come home! How is it there.. is it cold yet?
It droped down in its teens last night, it was FREEZING here! Ive been doing lots of Christmas shopping and getting things
together for our ScrapBook. Its all turning out really nice. Ricky will be here December 18th to the 3rd of Jan.
SO... how are you? So are
yall ready for christmas? Tell everyone i said hi! I miss you so much baby! you are everything to me.. my best friend and
all! Im so proud of you! Keep your head up, smile, and keep me proud baby! i love you tons, think about me.. I PRAY FOR YOU
AND THE SOLDIERS! GOD BLESS YOU! FOREVER YOURS,
DANIELLE CUMMINGS!
Dec 7
Hey
guys!!
well today was the first
time ive seen Denuette since the guys left to iraq. He is
in good spirts. I cried a little, but we had a good talk! we talked about branden, and about what happend. I did see his wounds
and he is doing okay! they arent as bad as i thought people made it sound! but he is doing good! they reconstructed his face,
i felt the indentions of when they pulled the stuff out. He is doing really good
tho. i just got home, i was there for like an hour and a half, just talkin. he is now takin a nap. He is doing really good
tho! He asked me about sgt. Morris, and Sgt. Nunn and how griff and caudle were holding up. and i told him as much as i know.
He got that christmas card from me.. and something that really made me question is when he asked me why was i visiting him.
I said you dont want me to? and he said no.. that he was so mean to me that i was the least person he expected to come and
see him. he told me sorry and stuff and that he regrets whats been said that he said about me. he told me ive grown up alot
since we all first me. and i said no, im still the same. He said, no ive really turned into a great young lady. that made
me tear up. i told him about how me and branden just had our 8 month anniversary and he said wow its been that long already.
I was like yea...
He said that him and branden
had a good 45 mintue talk the day before this all happend. He questioned me alot about the guys as well as i questioned him
about how it happend, and what was he thinkin and stuff! he is doing good tho really!!
His leg looks good tho,
i mean its a good chunk that was taken out, but nothing major. its healing well that is! he will be going to rehab in a couple
of weeks. he said that he misses you all and hopes that all is doing good for you! he said he wants to come back to work but
that all depends on how long it takes for his body to work right. He is doing good tho.. which im really glad about! He had
me shed a few tears thats not what i wanted to happen, nobody did thats for sure. He is doing good tho, his arm is numb, and
he is now starting to get feeling back in it. its swollen, his elbow was shattered and its all back in place now. He said
he is sore, but doing better than yesterday. I told him he has to keep his head up! Me and Denuette have had some bumpy roads
together, but he is doing well and im glad i got the chance to see him! he is keepin his head in the game. if you guys could
please send me an email for denuette on myspace or something i will be sure to print it and give it to him! i know that would
keep a smile! Well thats it for now! thanks guys so much! TTYL~ Danielle Cummings
Nov 30
Brad,
Thank you for getting Eugene
to safety.
Thanks,
Susan, Julie's Mom
Nov 30
To All of the Guys
Thanks for taking great
care of Eugene! Our love thoughts and prayers are always with you guys.
Susan
Nov 30
To
all the guys,
Even though we have never
met, and probably never will, it's important for you to know how special you are to me! Every last one of you!! I thank God
EVERY DAY for you! I pray every night that you are all kept safe and God takes special
care of you! You are, after all, fighting with and for my brother, Owen. But even if that wasn't the case, you would still
hold a spot in my heart! God bless each one of you! Take care of yourselves and know you have a special place in all of America's
heart!
Owen's Sister, Gina
Nov 30
Eugene,
Happy thanksgiving! The
girls are getting along fine. Alan and Chet went to the new Bond movie they said it was good. Julie and I went shopping. I
know that I had a great time. Thoughts and thanks are with you and the guys.
Susan
Nov 21
Eugene,
I hope that your birthday
was as good as it could be.
Texas Tech played Oklahoma
State and because it was your birthday they won! It wasn't a pretty win but at
least they won. I think that we will get a bowl game now.
Molly and Coco
are getting excited to see Spice and Sugar. Hope that we have room for us with all four girls here.
I think that I am going
to Roswell New Mexico to see my nephew play in the band
for the semi-final four a championship in football.
Hope that you are safe,
well and dry.
Thoughts and lots of prayers
are always on my mind about you and the guys over there.
Susan
Nov 18
Eugene,
Happy Birthday. Hope it
is a good one.
We are going to cheer our
Red Raiders on today. They play Oklahoma State.
It is the last home game. I am sad.
Be safe warm or cool and
dry.
Happy Birthday and many
more.
Susan
Nov 16
Guys,
Watch the mail!! Coming to you from CPL David Butcher's family in Washington
& Idaho - 4 packages on 11/24.
I will be shipping two X-large
at 35 lbs each that contain filled personalized Christmas stockings and one large one at 20 lbs filled with stuff to munch
on and the last one weighing in at 25 lbs contains a stocking for “IED” and 144 pairs of socks!!
Happy Holidays & Enjoy!!
Betty (David’s Mom)
& Sisters, Lisa &
Nikese
Nov 16
Eugene,
While the kids are watching
Cars for the million time., thought I would let you know that I was thinking of you and your buddies.
We are going to the last
Red Raider game for the season this week end. Not sure if they are going to get in a bowl game. This has not been there best
season. But I love going to the games and watching them play. I never watch them or any game on TV. Hope that you are cheering
the boys in red on.
The wind isn't blowing as
bad today here.
Hope that you have all you
need to be safe, warm or cool and dry.
Thanks for all you do,
Susan
Nov 14
Eugene,
Boy is it windy here. It
is all most like spring. The wind usually doesn't blow in the fall here. The
drummer of the Randy Rodgers Band mother ask me to go to the concert. I sure had lots of fun. It was so great to see Julie.
She looks so good.I got you a tee shirt for your birthday that you get to see when you get home.
I showed the babysitting
children your picture. Now every person in a uniform is you. You and your fellow soldier's are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you for what you do.
Susan
Nov 12
Dear
Eugene,
I hope your doing well,
I miss u very much and please come home safe to see your lil sis, me, 8*) get married!
Thank you for all your doing for our country, your second family is all sooooo proud of u! I love u,
Beth
Nov 11
To
all the men on this special day,
Today is a day that we celebrate
and honor you as a veteran. It is a time for us to reflect on the many positive changes you have made in the world and a time
for you to reflect on your own accomplishments.
Many people will never understand
what it feels like to serve in the military. It’s a personal sense of pride and accomplishment. It’s the lump
you get in your throat when you hear God Bless the USA and
the respect you feel when the national anthem is played. Treasure it and reflect upon it, you may not think so now, but you
are very lucky to know what that feels like.
You are very young men who
bear the burden that most of will never bear in our whole life. Please know that our thanks are not limited to this day nor
are our thoughts or pride. We are very proud of you and thank you for your sacrifices.
Very respectfully and sincerely,
Nikese Swift (proud sister
of CPL Butcher)
Nov 3
Dear
Nathan,
Just a little note from
Grandpa and Grandma to let you know we are thinking of you and all of your buddies.
We are very proud of all of our servicemen fighting for what the USA
stands for--DEMOCRACY. Your are in our prayers daily and pray that God watches
over all of you and keeps you safe to return to your loved ones before too much time passes by. We think it is great how your Mom set up the website for you and your platoon but Mom's have a special
way of doing things for their kids. As you know Grandpa fought in WWII in the
Navy for all of us but as he told you before don't try to win the war single-handed.
Take care of each other and we all hope this will end sooner than later. We
love you and will write again.
Love and prayers,
Grandma and Grandpa
Nov 2
To
David Butcher
I love & miss you Dave. You
don't know how proud I am of you.
Love, Mom
Oct 31
To
Branden Cummings:
I just wanted to tell you i love
you so much and i cant wait for you to come home! im so PROUD of you! you are my world, my shining armor, you make me so happy
and complete. i love you so much, be safe there. call me when ever you can. Im trying to stay in contact with everyone back
home. I cant wait to hear your voice, and i sit at home waiting for a response from you just to know that you are okay. i
love you so much. Hurry home baby! Everyone here is so proud of you, and we are all waiting for you to come home. I think
marcella and kim are getting tired of me talking about you 24/7. i love you with all my heart baby! hurry home to me k! i
miss you tons, and bunches of kisses to you. FOR ALL THE GUYS: KEEP MY BRANDEN SAFE,
AS WELL AS KEEP YOURSELVES SAFE. I PRAY FOR YOU ALL!
HURRY HOME! I love you Branden. i love you so much, your are my world, without you im not complete. be good, eat healthy,
and keep in contact. everyone misses you, and we are all so proud. THINK ABOUT ME, DREAM ABOUT ME. dont forget to sleep with
sponge bob! i miss you. Forever and ever yours Branden
Your baby girl,
Danielle Cummings (Dennull)~
Oct 28
Nathan,
Hi Nathan, just wanted to
let you know we're thinking about you. We met your Mom & Dad this past year
and have really enjoyed their company. Talk about COOL
parents, you got em! We were really impressed with this website your Mom put
together, what a computer guru she is. Of course her love and concern for you
made it all come together so well. You're a handsome young man and we'll be praying
for your safe return to the good old USA. Gotta give your Dad a few kudos here...don't know if you know it, but that guy is a dancing machine. He's my favorite swing dance partner. We
can really cut a rug when we get out on that dance floor. And to boot, he has
a beautiful singing voice. Hope this doesn't embarass them too much. but thought
it would give you a little smile. Again, take care and we'll keep in touch.
Drew and Maureen (Ilinois)
Oct 28
SPC
Brian Reeves,
Hi Brian, noticed you have
twin baby girls, how wonderful. My niece had fraternal twins 3 yrs ago so I know
how busy you and your wife are. Our family didn't think we had twins in the family
until my niece got pregnant. My Mom started investigating and found out we have
33 sets of twins just on her side. Then my niece's husband found out they had
several sets of twins on his side. Needless to say, I guess they were destined
for those two little ones. Their names are Sara & Dylan, so cute and so much
energy. I love your girls names, Mia & Chloe, cute. Stay safe and we'll be praying for you.
Drew & Maureen (Illinois)
Oct 28
SSG
Saldivar,
Hello, loved your note on
the site where you share your love for your son. That's what it's all about...and
I know your wife and son feel the same about you. Take care and thanks for serving
your country.
Drew & Maureen (Illinois)
Oct 28
SPC
David Kirby
That is so great to have
a 4 year old boy with another baby on the way. Congratulations to you and your
family. Keep safe and we'll be praying for you.
Drew and Maureen (Illinois)
Oct 28
SPC
Nicholas
Tompkins,
Babies, babies everywhere,
congratulations on your new baby due in March. Guess you can tell, my husband
and I are grandparents and know how special those little ones are. Stay safe
and we'll be praying for all of you.
Drew and Maureen (Illinois)
Oct.
22
To
Branden:
This is just a short note
to Branden Cummings and all the other guys. Son, I am so proud of the man that you have become. Everyone here in Titusville
sends their love and are praying for you all.
Love Dad
Oct 18
To
Branden and all the guys:
This is just a short note
to my son Branden and all the brave soldiers he is with. God bless you all and I just want to say that when ever I hear the
name 1st Cav I stand just a little taller and prouder that I have a son in the best outfit in the army. I am so proud of each
and everyone of you. I hope to meet you all on your safe return home. I pray that God leads you all through this safely and
returns everyone to their loved ones.
Charlie Cummings, Branden's
dad
Oct 17
To
Pvt. Brad "Griff" Griffith:
Hi from Aunt Laura and Uncle
Alvin. Grandpa forwarded this link, and since we don't have a mailing address,
this is the next best thing. We
think of you and your buddies often. We haven't sent many funny cards, because
there were only two in town, and you have them already. Small towns, which you
don't know about. Is one of your friends really from a town called Toad Hop?
We've had our first snowfall,
but it is melting. Today it is about 32 degrees here, bet you have it a bit warmer. Stay safe. Luv, LA
Oct 13
Bradley,
Just wanted you to know that i
miss you so much. Im so proud of you and the man that you have become. Keep up the good work. I have faith in you Bradley,
be strong and hang in there you’ll be home in no time. Focus on you and what you are there to do. Don’t worry
about anything. Just know that your sister is here for you always and forever no matter what. You Da Man Bro!!! Nothing can
stop you now. You are always on my mind and i pray for you every day. Dad Loves you more than ever and wanted me to let you
know that. He couldn’t be more proud of anything or anybody than he is of you Bradley. We all love you. Talk to you
soon brother!
Stacy
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