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News from the Sandbox - BassPro77 checks in from the war
gumbyfan
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I stopped at the post office on my way home from work tonight and saw that I received a letter from Bill (BassPro77). As some of you know, he was deployed to the war back in August. In fact, he shipped out 24 hours before his cards in the group submission popped. He wrote to ask me if I could send him a list of his grades because he's curious. They don't have a computer there that works, so he can't look.
He said it gets pretty cold at night and of course, he works nights. He's building a runway from the ground up. He said it's a tiny place so there isn't much else to do and that one of these days, they may even get a toilet.
He sent the letter out on October 17 and it arrived today, so it looks like the mail is taking about a month. I'm going to scan his cards and send him color prints so he can actually SEE his cards, not just the grades. I'll probably throw in a few other things that he might appreciate.
I figure if I mail stuff out in the next week or so, he'll have it by Christmas so I wanted to post his address here in case anyone else wanted to send him some holiday greetings.
Here's his info:
BILL KALISZ
1 ERHG/REDHORSE
USAF
FPO AE 09373
He said it gets pretty cold at night and of course, he works nights. He's building a runway from the ground up. He said it's a tiny place so there isn't much else to do and that one of these days, they may even get a toilet.
He sent the letter out on October 17 and it arrived today, so it looks like the mail is taking about a month. I'm going to scan his cards and send him color prints so he can actually SEE his cards, not just the grades. I'll probably throw in a few other things that he might appreciate.
I figure if I mail stuff out in the next week or so, he'll have it by Christmas so I wanted to post his address here in case anyone else wanted to send him some holiday greetings.Here's his info:
BILL KALISZ
1 ERHG/REDHORSE
USAF
FPO AE 09373
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Ken
LeagueLeader; IJustLoveCards; Recbball; msassin; leathtech; lsutigers1973; Bosox1976; Dboneesq; Aric; Bkritz
Bill is a HUGE Cubbies fan.
I looked on the Internet and was able to get this info:
The Best Items To Include In Military Care Packages:
Deodorant
Shower to Shower body powder
Jelly beans
Disposable camera
Rice Krispie treats
Altoids or mints
Beef jerky
Snack mixes
Sunflower seeds
Chewing gum
Nuts
Long-distance phone cards
Little Debbie's snacks
Ziploc bags
Coffee
Gatorade
Jaw breakers
Poker game
Playing cards
Dice
Music CD's
Footbag/hacky-sac
Toothbrushes & toothpaste
Inflatable pillow
Cookies in individual packages (Big bags often fill with dust if not eaten right away.)
Dominoes
Pasta and sauce
Canned food items
Spices, salt, pepper
Smoked oysters and sardines
Squeeze butter
Pringles chips
Individually-wrapped licorice
Microwave popcorn
Ramen noodles
Macaroni & cheese
Disposable shower towels
Olives, pickles, peppers (Be sure to add lots and LOTS of bubble wrap around these items.)
Cereal bars/granola bars
Microwave pasta that doesn't need refrigeration
Hot cocoa mix
Soup mix
M&M's (plain or peanut)
DVD movies
Koozies to keep water bottles and cans cool
Newspapers
Magazines
AA batteries
D size batteries
Air fresheners (...like stick-ups, F'breeze.)
Canned air to blow dust out of electronics
Stress relief squeeze balls
Sewing kit
Baby wipes
Board games
Shoe laces for gym shoes and boots
Brown t-shirts
Boot socks
Underwear
Hand warmers
Inflatable seat cushions
Razors
Ink pens
Notepads of paper
Word Puzzle books
Icy/hot patches
Air activated heat wraps for sore muscles
Foot massager
Microwaveable plates, bowls, paper plates
Foot powder
Vitamins
Paperback books
Gift baskets filled with lots of useful items and packaged as a present
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
<< <i>Bill is a HUGE Cubbies fan. >>
...and a Bears fan, too, I believe. But let's not tell him how they're playing.
Ken
LeagueLeader; IJustLoveCards; Recbball; msassin; leathtech; lsutigers1973; Bosox1976; Dboneesq; Aric; Bkritz
Thanks for posting this Gumby.
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
I encourage everyone to at least send him a card. Takes minimal time and it would be greatly appreciated.
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
Apaprently the Lysol, shower to shower and choclates were a big hit. Shares a tent with 7 other guys so it gets a little foul. Very nice letter and worth taking a moment to send something out if you get the chance. The letter wasn't dated and surprisingly no post marks of any type on the envelope (in place of a stamp hand written is MPS (Might be a N for No)... thought it might take a month for the letter to get to me, but I think it was quicker, so there is still time to send something out...
Ken
LeagueLeader; IJustLoveCards; Recbball; msassin; leathtech; lsutigers1973; Bosox1976; Dboneesq; Aric; Bkritz
just got back today
just wanted to say thanks to all who sent me care packages.
its been a long 8 months, but its over.
scheduled to go back in February
sure i'll see ya all around sooner or later
looking for PELLE LINDBERGH's psa and 1960 fleer baseball psa 8 and up
sets in progress
R.I.P. Barstow 24 April 1999 - May 15 2009
Sam
I can never say this enough to all of our troops "Thank You!"
Sorry Bill ... didn't have a picture of you ... this soldier will have to do! LMAO
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
Just in time for Baseball too
Thank you very much for your service to our country!
I hope all the troops are getting everything they need
Enjoy everyday home
Go Cubs!
Mark
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NFL HOF RC SET
Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dodgers collection scans | Brett Butler registry | 1978 Dodgers - straight 9s, homie
Now, make sure you get that tax return in the mail before midnight!
Steve
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Ralph
Now where are our limited edition buzkashi trading cards? I need a Billy Goate rookie to finish off my registry set!
Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
Snorto~
"Molon Labe"
Bosox1976
<< <i>Welcome home! Time to drink massive amounts of alcohol! >>
i was passed out by 3pm yesterday
looking for PELLE LINDBERGH's psa and 1960 fleer baseball psa 8 and up
sets in progress
R.I.P. Barstow 24 April 1999 - May 15 2009
Once is more than enough and TY again for your service
Rich