I hope that folks will be encouraged to participate at whatever level their own resources allow.  More than anything else, troops ask for letters of support.  A letter or card sent to Iraq or Aghanistan from the US requires only a regular postage stamp.

Also, as llbear has been telling us, photos of those sending letters or care packages are highly prized.  I'm going to take some photos of the people here in my small town, Berea, OH, that make this a great place to live - the guy who runs my absolutely favorite coffee shop - a real character who looks like he should be playing in an alternative band, the lady who makes the best sub sandwiches at the spot that is also a laudromat - who keeps asking me when I'll be ready to do some repairs and alterations for her customers, the cashier at the store I do most of my regular shopping - she's an elder with still beautiful blonde hair, wonderful earrings and the loveliest, kind eyes and smile, the crew at the Walgreens who always allow me to buy as much as I want of sale items inspite of the stated limit - they know it's for my soldier boxes and they are happy to help.

I'm getting a pootie on Tuesday, so of course I'll add some pics of my new buddy.

Prints from Walgreens are $0.19 full price, and they often have specials at $0.15.

If we send nothing else, but a letter and some pics, we have sent absolute gold to a soldier hungry for some support and news of the normal back here at home.

Bless you, CSI.  I appreciate your suggestions and support.

Peace.