Here are some recent notes from soldiers in Afghanistan, particularly a large contingent from Ohio and Michigan. If any of you have decorations from Ohio or Michigan that would brighten up their living quarters and guest rooms, please let us know.
"Oh, and this is an odd request since y'all are out Texas, but of course my unit is made up of mostly people from Ohio and Michigan so they are asking for Ohio State and Michigan University type stuff."
"Yesterday we had received the additional mattress pads and sheets and we've probably already given out half of them. We also gave out more fleeces and blankets because cold and snowy weather has hit us again. And yes, the chocolate and gummy worms everybody loves ..."
Other items asked for were bungee cords, yoga mats, and a computer projector that can be used for yoga classes and other presentations.
