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February 20 2012 11:46 AM September 15 2011 05:10 AM July 27 2011 05:57 AM May 30 2011 02:58 PM May 30 2011 06:12 AM May 26 2011 04:16 PM April 30 2011 01:14 PM April 03 2011 02:31 AM March 18 2011 03:47 PM January 14 2011 11:26 PM August 24 2010 02:07 AM May 19 2010 11:17 PM May 10 2010 02:45 AM January 24 2010 04:12 AM July 05 2009 09:38 PM June 24 2009 09:03 PM May 12 2009 12:42 PM May 07 2009 01:55 AM February 25 2009 12:33 PM Thank you for fighting for our country so we can be able to have freedom and so we can be able to go to bed safly at night. You are very brave. I hope you all stay safe. It is an honor living in this country only because of you guys. Thank You!!!!!!! Grace Terry, age 11 Merrick, NY July 29 2006 09:05 AM We pray everyday for all service members, especially thsoe "in harms way" tom USN 75'-79' wappinger falls, ny July 27 2006 01:37 PM Please pray for my son he's in Afghanistan,Ray is his name. Thank You Mom Kentucky July 18 2006 01:56 AM Thanks so much! We love you.... Lea Florida July 01 2006 11:03 AM Ok..Laila, Layla, USN (yeah right) Psycho! Yyou're obviously fixated and derranged over me, so why not move on to lesbian lover from bootcamp? This site is to honor veterans and soldiers, not your glorified useless words about the dirty underwear you sucked on, and the Company Commanders that wouldn't let you into their bunks late at night. SHUT UP already, this isn't a forum for you to bash bootcamp memories since they didn't go your way. ya Cocktease! Vivian Ward, Curtis' Wife... USMC Leland Nebraska June 15 2006 07:41 AM Dear Soldiers, It's been a while since I was able to buy you a beer or a coffee on our soil. After you are finished with your latest tour of keeping me safe and allowing my family to sleep at night, please feel free to look me up. I'll be here, riding for freedom and keeping the peace on my block until you get back...thnak you all and GOD BLESS! Victor Price Victor Price Marine Corps/Navy RETIRED Backwoods Missouri June 15 2006 07:27 AM Thank You God Bless. no_besids@yahoo joliet il 60433 June 08 2006 02:43 AM I would like to Thank all the men and women serving in all the Armed Forces as well as all the Vets. Because of your and your families sacrifices I enjoy my freedom. I am handicapped and am able to go out of my house because of what you have done for our country. I am able to go out and hang my flag and smile! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Norma El Paso, Tx June 08 2006 12:08 AM I pray for our military men and women each and every day. My nephew is in Iraq now. It's no picnic. Thank you for all you do for our country each and every day. God Bless You! God Bless America. Dawn Minooka, IL May 05 2006 02:28 PM Thanks to all of you still fighting the war my generation didnt finish. I pray and support all of you troops! Stay strong- and good bless you. Thank you to ANY one that has served! Laurie Thompson Army- Dessert Storm Morgantown WV March 14 2006 12:17 PM Thanks to all of my brothers and sisters! Regardless of what you may hear remember that you are serving to protect the freedoms that we all enjoy and that AMERICA is behind you. May GOD bless you all! Robert NCSP 89-91, Oki 91-95 Adelanto, CA March 07 2006 10:53 PM For all the troops still out there, thanks for staying strong. Never pay attention to the bull you hear from protesters, etc. Remember it's YOU giving them the freedom to say that stuff and fighting for the rights we have here. God bless and stay safe. Myriah Maston USS Boxer LHD 4 Peoria, IL February 25 2006 12:44 PM Ooorah and Semper Fi! Thank you to all who have and are still serving! Don't listen to these P^$$!'s that don't leave their name when they blog. America stands behind you and believes in this cause. Remember 9/11! Never Forget why we are fighting around the globe. If we don't take it to them, they'll bring it to us! John Faith H-53 Aircrew, USMC, 90-99 Durham, ME January 10 2006 10:50 AM I thank God everyday for our service men and women fighting for us. I will continue to pray for your safety. May God Bless all of you. Thank you Debbie Wentzville Mo January 05 2006 07:24 AM To all of our troops deployed around the globe thank you for continuing the fight as I am here trying to fill fox holes so you may come home sooner. To all the the vets thank you for allowing me the opportunity to take over where you left off. To all the families of our vets and current soldiers thank you for the strenght you give to the soldiers who are deployed. It is you who provides the strength for us to continue our mission and it is you who keep the home fires burning awaiting our return. They saw the strongest military person is the spouse. Thanks to all who have served and all who are currently serving. I pray that each of you will return home soon. (Kandahar, Afghanistan 04) SSG Barriger Vestal recruiting station US Army Vestal, NY January 03 2006 09:57 PM we are sooooo very blessed that you are out there serving your country... we are free today because of people like you... merry christmas, and god bless you all our love and prayers, angie angelia hibbard carl junction mo December 21 2005 12:39 PM Merry Christmas! Thank you all. Denny Bissell Pryor, OK December 20 2005 07:39 PM MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF YOU! I am not a veteran, but I want to thank all of you who are serving our country. My heart goes out to each and eveyone of you. I am just coming around to believe that George W. Bush just might have an actual agenda. May God be with you in your time of disapointment or despair. And keep beliving in what you're doing for our great country. I do. Sincerely, Stephen E. Fisher Stephen E. Fisher San Diego, CA December 19 2005 09:17 PM As a military man, I can appreciate many of the hardships you are experiencing. My thoughts and prayers are lifted for each of you as you stand in the forefront, in the fight against terrorism of the worst kind. Never have we fought to conquer, but to liberate, and that is something we can all be very proud of. Regardless of whether you are an infantryman, or a depot commando, your duties are all a part of the mission. God Bless you, one and all! Patrick V. Garland MSG, US Amy (Retired) 54-74 Sun City Center, FL December 08 2005 02:23 PM I am a soldier and a veteran wanting to thank all those who are fighting with me! Jason Curtis LSA ANACONDA IRAQ '04-05' Schofield Barracks HI November 26 2005 02:00 AM Happy Thanksgiving to all Veterans! I served Gladly for 8 years, never should have gotten out. Note to Jayla Bell, Contact me ASAP check the hotmail white pages or yahoo white pages or goto http://www.alphatechconcepts.com and click on meet the staff then my name Mark Curtis USMC Michigan November 24 2005 10:48 AM Happy belated veterans day! We are still at war against terrorism. Hopefully, someday this will change! I especially wan't to hand it to our females serving for a country where they are unappreciated, unwanted in the armed forces, and have it ten times harder than the men. I was in from 1992-1994, during a time where we had the don't ask don't tell policy, just after the tail-hook scandal. Policy stated sexual harassment was no joke, but you knew uncle sam could do anything the wanted and threaten you to keep your mouth shut.Just ask my CC Ronald Vetter and Tina Honea! NOt only was i touched, and singled out; but women diddn't coun't. Maybe someday the times will change!!If everyone had the option to walk away it wouldn't be that way. My prayers are with the president's family, as he has the most stressful job of all! jaila jaila usn usa November 15 2005 12:38 PM I just want to thank all off the vets for their sevice to our country,i am proud of each and evryone of you.ALL GAVE SOME,SOME GAVE ALL.GOD BLESS YOU AND THANK YOU Steve Hawkins poolesville,md November 11 2005 10:33 PM Dear Uncle Dan, I,Amanda Tomecko, am so,so,so happy that you are home from the ARMY. I love you so,so,so much! Are you happy that Aunt Lisa is going to have a baby? I am! One of my teachers,Mrs.OMalley,her husban,Mr.OMalley,his cousin, Major January, is in the ARMY too! When you where in the ARMY,was it scary at all? Amanda Tomecko Parma Hts. Ohio November 09 2005 08:39 PM To Our Warriors To Our Military To Our Warriors Who brave out each day Those who do not think twice Living in harms way To our Warriors Who serve proud and true To those who lay down their lives For me and for you To our Warriors Who selflessly serve Who make up our backbone And each entwining nerve To those who sacrificed The very life that they lived To those who died Giving all they had to give Lets all stand in silence For a few moments each day And give thanks for our soldiers Who live in harms way Scott Senske 7th Inf Div. Peacetime Vet Minnesota October 26 2005 06:36 AM When I was posting my comment's about our govt. I forgot to say thanks to the people supporting us veterans. I will NEVER be sorry I served, It is to bad the US GOVERNMENT (THE NAVY)As a whole, doesn't appreciate their service members with the same respect you are giving. OUR TROOPS ARE NOT TOILET TISSUE, YOU USE AND THROW AWAY AS THOUGH IT WAS NOTHING; WITHOUT US YOU HAVE NOTHING. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to post my point of view. In China for instance it isn't so. Maybe this message will someday make a difference like i tried to while I was in, YOU NEVER KNOW! usnrseabrat (Jaila) usn arkansas September 22 2005 03:38 PM To all vets, but my heart speaks to my son Michael Reid of the Navy branch, keep the flag up. Love Dad Bob Reid Littleton September 20 2005 07:35 PM It takes amazing people of the highest quality to forego their way of life so they may defend and protect what is important to all. Your sacrifices will forever be woven in the fabric of this nation. God bless each and every one of you! Marcus Smith Denver, CO September 20 2005 10:37 AM For all you do and have done, in times of such stress thankyou does not seem to be a word big enough. Know that for all of you, including our son Michael, we have you in our hearts. Bob and Cinda Reid Littleton, Colorado September 19 2005 03:43 PM I would like to thank all of the men and women who have sacrificed so much to fight for our people, our country, our freedom, and others in other countries. It takes a very couragious person to do this. My sister is amoung you hero's and I pray for and think of you all daily. It is hard to put my words down on paper. All I can say is Thank You so much for what you have done, will do and are doing. Charity, Jordan & Jadyn Buffalo, MN September 19 2005 08:09 AM To Every Veteran and every service member today...I thank you with all of my heart for the freedoms that I enjoy today. Not eveyone can serve, but we all enjoy the freedoms given to us by those that do. Remember: Everyone pays the price for freedom, but not everyone pays the same price. Michael R. NAVY (1992-Present) Minneapolis Minnesota September 19 2005 12:08 AM We must NEVER forget Our Boys in Blue who served so bravely during the Civil War. 15,723 Californians served in the Union Army. Take a moment of silence every Nov. 19th for Rememberence Day. Corky Reed Keeping Our Boys in Blue Remembered Corky Reed U.S. Navy San Francisco, CA September 11 2005 09:32 AM THANK YOU FOR THE BRAVENESS THAT YOU MEN AND WOMAN HAVE. THANK YOU FOR PROTECTION OF OUR COUNTRY AND MAKING A SAFE THE PLACE FOR OUR CHILDREN THAT LIVE IN. I PRAY FOR YOU EVERY DAY AND NIGHT. YA'LL ARE ALWAYS ON MY MIND. THANK YOU ISN'T ENOUGH WORDS TO SHOW YOU HOW I FEEL. EVERY LAST ONE OF YOU ARE HERO IN MY BOOK.THANK YOU AGAIN... Christy Central,alabama September 04 2005 01:18 PM I am not American. But here I would like to say THANK YOU to all the man who have had responded to the call of duty, answering to the call of protecting freedom, risking even life. May the Lord bless you all, in Jesus name! Dragan Split, Croatia September 03 2005 05:32 AM Hello & THANKS to all who have served and are serving in the Armed Forces. A special thank you to all that have fought and/or died to protect the freedoms that so many in the country take for granted. I am happy to say that my family members (father, brother, and cousin) have proudly served (4 branches. . .Coast Guard, Army, Navy, National Guard, and reserve duty in two of those)! And, I have gained many values from both their service and my observations having lived on military bases my entire childhood. I proudly display the flag at my home and from my vehicle and have long since before September 11th happened. I often think of and shed tears for those we've lost and the ones away from home & I thank god that the ones I saw go have come home again. Please know your service, at times of war AND PEACE, is vastly appreciated and you will not be forgotten!!!!!!!!! Michaelle Brockton, MA August 30 2005 01:55 PM Thank you. All of you, past & present. There are no true words that we can say to express how proud we are of all of you that have taken the task of keeping the U.S.A. safe. We all owe you a standing ovation, not to mention our lives. Thank you for all you have sacrificed for us. May your God protect you from harm. Jean Old Town, Florida August 29 2005 11:18 AM thankyou all for fighting for what you believe in,but, get the troops out now it's redundant at this point as we continue to loose lives for political agendas Scott Moris August 13 2005 11:08 AM I pray for all you for your emotional and physical health and safety. I pray for all your safe return and thank you for serving our nation although I imagine it is so hard. I pray for your famiies and friends as well. All of you over there going through what you are are constantly in my thoughts. Sincerely Sharon Bissell Sharon Bissell Sioux Falls, SD August 09 2005 02:37 PM There isn't enough words in the world, or universe to express the PRIDE and THANKS I have for all who have served, and are serving. It takes a special person to do what all are doing, or have done. THANK YOU!!!!!!!! ALL ARE IN MY PRAYERS!!!!!! katherine lasater locust grove, ok August 09 2005 09:18 AM You are heros. We pray for you everyday, and night. I want to thank you for my freedom. There are no words, good enough. THANK YOU! Denny Bissell Pryor, OK August 08 2005 05:30 PM To all the brave men and women serving our country around the world, God bless all of you!! Come home safe, I pray for all of you every night. "A Vietnam Vet" Ricardo M. Lopez 23rd infantry (americal) Vietnam Las Cruces, New Mex. (USA) July 20 2005 12:27 AM WELCOME HOME, SOLDIER!!! CONGRATULATIONS ON A JOB VERY WELL DONE, AND FOR GETTING YOURSELF HOME!!! THANK YOU FOR DEFENDING OUR COUNTRY AND FOR YOUR HEROISM! YOU'RE ALL VERY SPECIAL PEOPLE! When I hear "When I'm Gone" by Three Doors Down, I get very emotional. Its a tough job, and you should be proud of yourself. I'm sorry for all that you saw while at war. But your home now, and if you pray to God and ask him not to send you back, he will listen. God Bless You! Shannon Murray Massachusetts July 14 2005 10:00 PM I am looking for dick hummel who was from akron ohio.send him my way if you know him. thanks bob may 169th enr bn vietnam66-67 charleston s,sc July 11 2005 02:56 PM I would just like to say thank you to all veterans past or present and let them know that they are missed. Paul Fort Wayne, Indiana July 03 2005 10:20 AM When I was a little girl, the man I looked up to most was my big brother, Mark Curtis. He was in the United Stated Marine Corps. I knew there was a reason he had to be away for such a long time, and I missed him. I almost went in, but god sent me to the Navy instead. I followed him in. I looked up to them and they let me down, but you know, I gave it my best and that is what matters most. Maybe just maybe by me speaking out, someone who is high up in charge will see just what you lost so when you take another recruit who just wants to serve you in your arms; you will make he or she like the man my big brother was instead of throw her away and treat her as though she were nothing so that more will wan't to serve you with all their heart and all their soul like I DID MY BEST TO, and just maybe we will win this war! jaila jaila former usn unknown June 28 2005 01:02 PM Thank you for letting me be able to live free in this great country! Dustin P. Hughes Fort Collins CO June 14 2005 11:43 PM Hello, My husband and brother are vietnam vets. I want to thank-you for making sacrafices for us to have freedom, and help countries as well..Tahnk-you nancy edmonds Longview,wa May 27 2005 04:40 PM from each generation one steps forward to defend there country, and each has a story to tell, im the spouse of a navy vet , im the mother of a 18 year old son who is looking int o the service as we speak,and my memories as the wife come flooding back, and a lump in my stomcah, god help me get thur this, but i stand proud and suport him, as i waited for his father to come home i will be there waiting for him to come home too, you all have given so much for so little, but do not fret ,when you here news reports that your hated and not suported by your country, keep your head high and stand tall , remember your familys are counting on you to come back and for those who are back hug your familys just a little longer look at your wife or husband just a minute more, at the dinner table thank god for getting you back these peaple who are staring a whole in you so that they can remember what you look like the next time you go, we who are left behind have a big whole to fill while you are gone, i was there once, i send a hug and a kiss from your familys and our undyeing suport, from a wife of a vet karen spouse of a navy vet bakersfield ca May 16 2005 09:59 PM I have no other words for those who have served. THANK YOU Bob Heroux Pittsfield NH May 03 2005 10:57 PM I would like to say "Thank You" to all veterans for the great sacrifice they have made on our behalf. I'm proud to say my Father and Grandfathers, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Brother and Husband have served in our countries military branches. I think we tend to take our freedom for granted. We would not enjoy the privildges we have been blessed with without their courage, love and sacrifice. Thank You again from myself and the generations to come..... Pamela Petrash Greensboro, NC May 01 2005 03:25 AM We would like to Thank, Korean War Veteran "Woodrow Allen Anderson". We have enjoyed the pleasure of freedom all of our lives, never having to go to a foreign land, never having to leave the comforts of our home land. You went and served you country, when you were called. You came back, there were no hero's welcome. You struggled with the every day turmoil of life. And when you life came to an end, I don't ever remember thanking you for your service to our country. So I want the world to know, you were our hero. Thank You for our freedom and our children's freedom and our grandchildren's freedom. God Bless you "Uncle Woody". Ed and Cindy Cline Columbus Ohio April 14 2005 02:37 PM My husband is a vietnam vet. I have so much respect and appreciate so much the risk that each and every veteran makes for this country, so that we can be free. So many people do not realize the risk you have taken to protect our country, but many of us do. I can not imagine what it must be like to be in another country not knowing who is the enemy and who is your friend. My husband and I say a prayer for you all each and every night when we sit down to our supper, and always ask the God to keep you all safe. You will continue to be in our thoughts each and everyday. Thank you,and God Bless you. Linda Grass Valley, Ca February 16 2005 07:45 PM I served for two-years in the United States Navy and recieved an honorable medical discharge. I have all the respect in the world for our troops, and wish them the very best; as some of them are probaly at war now. I was on the USS PUGET SOUND AD 38. Norfolk, VA was my duty station.I however will say this about our government. Our government was inhumanely cruel to my company. MY COMPANY COMMANDERS NAMES WERE TINA HONEA AND RONALD VETTER. They put dirty underwear in some of our faces, treated us like we were garbage, they made their own rules, diddn't instill teamwork,would single certain people they diddn't like and cycle them for mistakes made, when it should have been a team effort. We were called names, humiliated, and all for what?? To serve our country who needed us during the Persian Gulf War.You know what, I thank all our veterans for the service they GAVE our country; but not the government for the unnecessary bull crap. I was 18 when I wen't in, still a baby. I gave my best, and if it wasn't good enough; then do it yourselves; because this white squaw will expose you for the nasty pigs you were and not serve another day for you. It is your loss and if there is a way, I will let the whole country know how sorry you were; so they don't go into the NAVY expecting to be treated right. GOD BLESS YOU JASON SCOTT CURTIS AND ALL OUR TROOPS, PLEASE GOD BRING THEM HOME WITH THEIR VERY LIVES; AND MAY THIS NOTE MAKE A DIFFERENCE AS MY STORY PUTS TAIL HOOK TO SHAME! jayla usn unknown February 08 2005 12:46 PM I would like to thank Colonel Bill Dampier, special forces... the greatest soldier in the world. Wendy Spierer Starke, Florida January 05 2005 02:24 PM You are in our hearts and prayers every day. May God bless you and keep you safe. Jo Johnson Valparaiso, In January 02 2005 12:23 AM Know that the sacrifice you endure is of great to concern to me. Be safe. Remember better days are ahead. Thanks. pam u.s. army texas December 22 2004 03:15 PM Words can not come close to expressing the way I feel about our TROOPS.I am soooooo proud of all the men and women putting there lives on the line for us every day.GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND KNOW THAT YOU ARE LOVED BY MANY!!THANK YOU Julie Capone Saratoga springs, new york December 09 2004 08:08 PM THANK YOU to ALL the women and men who served and are serving in the millitary, May GOD BLESS all of u Thank You again. Judi Hawks Army Brat Brick, New Jersey November 20 2004 12:02 AM My husband is a vet and served almost 10 years all over the world so our hats go off to you all and never think you are forgotten or that we dont think of you everyday.. We just received our most presious gift of our 1st grandson and you are what makes it possible for him to be able to have been born in such a country as ours.. You protect us one and all and a special thank you for protecting our grandson.. God Bless You Everyone.. Happy Thanksgiving.. Jean and Andy Watson Missouri November 19 2004 07:17 PM Thankyou, our hearts swell with pride when we think of you. You have our blessings!!! YOU ARE MY HERO!! Karen and Jim Pittsburgh, Pa. November 18 2004 03:32 AM Hey Guys, as a Viet-Nam Vet I know what you are facing and my family we are greatful for your serving in Iraq and helping rid this world of these terrioists. Many feel we didn't need to invade Iraq but I want you to know I believe it was right and I'll support you 100% because we are Americans and we believe in the freedoms that we have. We say a prayer each night for you and for all of those who have lost their lives in this campaign but we know what you have done will never be forgotten. God Bless you guys and keep up the good work. A fellow war vet Tom Pizza U.S.A.F 8th APS Viet-Nam 67-68 (TET Offensive Year Oneonta, New York November 17 2004 09:42 PM Im not big on words . I just wanted to say thank you . for every freedom i have Chuck Box Philadelphia November 12 2004 10:23 AM Thank each and everyone one of you, past and present. We are all truely grateful for your service to our country. Billye Blackwell McKinney, TX November 11 2004 07:01 PM I am SO thankful to you men and women who are serving worldwide today and in the past. It is because of you that we all enjoy the blessing of freedom. I am grateful. God bless you and keep you safe. Susan L. Massachusetts November 11 2004 01:36 PM My thoughts and prayers are with you. I think of you so far from home at this time. Thank you for serving your country. Shirl Criss Lisbon, Ohio November 11 2004 10:29 AM Simper Fi Steve W. USMC '71-75' Greensboro, NC November 11 2004 07:27 AM Thanks to each of you for your service to the United States of America. On our street shortly, on Veterans Day, will fly approx, in front of houses on our street, 25 flags of our country. I will think of each of you when the wind stands the flag of our country out proud. We all have made a sacrifice - and for that, we have the United States of America. Thomas E. Brown USN 1966-1969 Concord, North Carolina November 05 2004 08:11 PM Just wanted to say THANK YOU to all our men and women serving our country! Sharon Detroit, Mich October 31 2004 08:49 PM You all are the real heroes and heroines of our world. You leave Superman and Wonder Woman in the dust. Because your country asked for help, you answered. Thank you, thank you for your bravery, your selflessness. I know I could never do what you do. Thank you for fighting, thank you for hoping, thank you for loving your country. Donna Crane Pelham, AL October 26 2004 05:20 PM To all of the Blessed Men and Women in the service, I Thank Our Good Lord many times aday for all of you. You all have left so much at home here so we can live with comfort. I Pray that each of you will come home safe and sound and be respected for what each of you have done. GOD BLESS YOU ALL, D. Kodluboy Diane Kodluboy U S NAVY Minnesota October 15 2004 07:51 PM I just wanted to thank you guy for all you do. I am so thankful that the internet is here and we can see all of the awesome things you guys are doing, the big media does not seem to get it . Thank you for you sacrifices for our country. John Cook Springdale AR October 14 2004 05:54 PM Thank you so much for keeping us all safe. My brother is with the 1st Cav so I know the sacrafice you all have made. We pray each day for each soldier all around the world. The American people support you! God Bless Annette, IL October 10 2004 05:49 PM I want to thank all of you who are in Iraq right now or who have been there and for all of you who have fought in the past wars, especially the vietnam war where so many were against you, and you didn't get the recognition that you deserved when you got back- my dad fought in WW2, God bless his spirit, and I sure do miss my dad, God bless all of you out there who have fought in any war, and God bless those who are not here on this earth anymore, and may God help the families of those who have lost loved ones whether it be through loss of life or mia, God be with those and bless those who are POW and may He see to their safe release. Have a blessed day everyone that this concerns. Ms. Janet Aleman Winters, TX October 10 2004 02:47 PM Thank you to all past and present soldiers in our armed forces. May homebound soldiers receive the honor and service that they have given our country. Thank you to the families that also sacrifice so much in the absence of their loved ones. The Guinn Family Newark, DE October 10 2004 02:56 AM I WANT TO THANK EVERYONE OF YOU FOR THE JOB YOU ARE DOING AND THANK YOU FOR BEING THERE FOR ME. I AM A SENIOR ADULT PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR SAFE RETURN HOME. I PRAY THAT SOON THAT WILL HAPPEN. YOU ARE MISSED BY US HERE AT HOME. GOD BLESS YOU AND PROTECT YOU !! D. Covington South Carolina October 07 2004 12:35 PM I just want to thank all of you guys and gals for everything you have done in service of this Country. I just wish that when I was 18-20 I had the guts to make that last step to a commitment to serve in the Armed Forces. I salute you for your courage and sacrifice... ALL OF YOU, those serving now and those whom have served!! Stand Strong and be Proud. My family Thanks You! All give some... and Some give All. Joe, Crystal, & Darien Mattox Vidor, Texas October 06 2004 07:55 PM Thank you for your service. It is an honor to remember all those who have served in bahalf of freedom. Kaylene Coleman Sugar Land, TX October 04 2004 03:07 PM To all the veterans, past and present, I extend my most sincere gratitude for your service to our great country. You wear the burden of protecting freedom for the rest of us. We are forever in your debt. Our world is at a crease of history and history will always remember, with reverence, the U.S. soldier. God bless you all. Andy Scarbrough Rochester, NY October 01 2004 09:19 PM God Bless you all and thank you for your service. Cheryl Lockport, Illinois September 12 2004 05:11 PM I writing to all of the people out there that have helped us stay safe. I pray for them every night, and would just like to say thank you. My cousin is currently in Iraq and I pray for him everyday, also for my other cousins, Autumn and Austin. We love them very much Stefanie Matzen Sparta, Michigan September 08 2004 03:18 PM May the Lord be with you and keep you safe. My son, son-in-law, and nephew are getting ready to go to Iraq at the beginning of the new year. You are in my prayers. Thank you for keeping America safe. Betty Geier Girard, KS August 27 2004 02:37 PM Fellows, I have not been in the service but I volunteered in 1988; I was rejected on account of calcium deposits on my knees... even though I was in the best shape of my life and had come right out of two years of playing scholarship college football for two years. I had qualified EWQ and I was at MEPS in Dallas, TX when the Army doctor disqualified me - I was absolutely crushed! I suppose that we were reaping the benefits of the 'peace dividend' at that moment in history and recruiting quotas likely did not favor my joining the service. Anyhow, I come from a humble family in rural N. Central Texas. My folks had never seen the inside of a college lecture hall. I graduated high school with a class of 17 in a small farm town. After being rejected from service, I moved to the big city of Arlington, TX and finished my degree. Now, ten years later, I have done okay for myself. I travel all over the country now as a consultant and I make a comfortable living. I had to write because I want you all to know how much I feel for those serving all over the globe and especially those of you in Afghanistan and particularly in Iraq. I have these opportunities that I have described because of the contributions of those likes of you. I have no idea what sort of exposure you have to western media while you are serving abroad. I just want you all to know that I personally feel very emotional each time I watch or read the news and hear about what has happened during the previous 24 hours in Iraq and Afghanistan. Iraq and somewhat less frequently Afghanistan are constantly in the media here in the U.S. It's on the front page, on every local and national news program and especially on the Sunday morning news programs. It is in our faces every day. Even though we cannot see through your goggles and feel your pains and your discomfort, I try to do so. I imagine what it must be like to live from day to day, even from hour to hour performing your duties. I try to think about those of you on the front lines, on patrol, at check points, in supply lines - doing without and doing the best you can on the other side of the world, removed from your families. Chamberlain and Daladier gave half of Europe to the nazis and boasted that they'd achieved peace with honor by signing the Munich Treaty. Less than two years later, France was raped and plundered by the nazis and folks in London were sleeping in subways and bomb shelters. UN resolution 1441 was the 'Versailles Treaty' of postwar Iraq; Bush and Blair had learned thier lesson from history and they were determined not to repeat "Nevilles Folly". I feel like the U.S. had a duty to use force in Afghanistan and Iraq. Even still, I try to imagine your everyday hardships and from time to time, I arrange my reality around a paradigm of that imagination. Lord Byron, an Englishman, died fighting for Greece against the Turks. I suppose he felt that the cradle of democracy was too precious to allow Greece to fall to the hands of a relatively barbaric regime. Our brothers in Iraq and Aghganistan fight for the same reason - they are enlightened - and as such, they are responsible to their fellow humans on the other side of the globe. Many of you will be there for an extended period; some of you expected to be en route back to the U.S. only to find that your tour would be extended. Some of us back home don't try veyr hard to appreciate your sacrifice - but many, many more of us do try very hard to do so. What I really wanted to say is that in the morning, when I turn on the T.V. and I hear that one of you have been killed or injured, I listen intently. I imagine what happens next - the notice that is sent to the family and so on; did the soldier have a wife - family? What if that was me? After I try to imagine that painful ordeal, I think about the soldier's friends there and how they carry on knowing that their brother/sister had been killed and that it could have easily been them instead. I don't mean to bring anyone down. I also feel immense pride in my country on account of how you are serving. I like to think that, had I been accepted into service back in '88, I would serve dutifully as well. I know that it is naive but I ask you to please be safe and be careful. God bless you, each and every one. Sincerely, James Donnell James Donnell non-veteran Denton, TX August 23 2004 02:29 AM I can not begin to express my gratitude to all of the men and women who put their lives on the lines everyday so that we can remain free. Good Bless each and every one of you! Erin West Parker, CO August 17 2004 10:47 AM I met an Airforce vet at my local grocery store yesterday. He was proudly wearing a hat he had received for reaching his 35th anniversary (must have been in Vietnam). When I thanked him, he told me I was only the 5th person in 35 years to do that. That's a shame. THANK YOU to all those who have served or are serving in our armed forces. Jessica not a vet Boston August 10 2004 06:14 PM Thanks to all veterans for winning the war. Being a former Navy man I appreciate what you did. Larry Massey Navy SM2C Former 44-46 Calisle, Pa. August 03 2004 09:48 AM I was Former Signlman second class U.S.N.R. Good site --keep it up L. B.Massey U.S. Navy 44-46 Carlisle, Pa. July 31 2004 09:51 AM God Bless each and everyone of you. You are doing a great thing for our country and it will never be forgotten. Be safe and get the job done. Love & Respect... Ooh RAAH! Chris Joyner 465 CECAT AVN DET Jackson, TN July 22 2004 01:39 PM Just want each and everyone of our service men and women to know that you all our in our thoughts and prayers daily. Stay safe and God bless you all. Patricia Toth Frankfort IL July 14 2004 09:26 AM i just want to thank all who serve, have served and will serve in years to come. To all the vets, thank you for paving the way a great country. To those who are currently serving, thank you for keeping this great country safe. To those who will serve, thank you for continuing to keep our country safe. I would like to personally thank my grandfather henry for his time in the service, also thank you to a friend cristobal who has finally returned home from Iraq. God Bless all who serve this wonderful country and God Bless President Bush for the great job he's done as president. amy h. sterling,IL July 11 2004 10:06 PM Thank you, thank you, thank you. Words cannot express the way I feel for the men and women who have served, those who now serve and those to serve in the future. Thank you. Kim Soule St. Petersburg FL July 09 2004 01:53 AM I just wanted to thank all those men who served in Vietnam. My husband is a Vietnam vet and he still has some mental problems because of the war. He even gave up a career in baseball just to serve a country that treated these boys like dirt when they returned home. He didn't want to go but it was his duty. I am so proud that he did his part and I try to convey that to him. He does not wish anyone to go through what he did, he survived and that says something about his spirit. His biggest wish is to visit the Wall in Washington. I think this will somehow add some closure to a painful past that I am sure he would rather forget. We need to remeber all those who have served in the wars we have had and I hope and pray that the war in Iraq will not turn into another Vietnam. We need to pray for peace so that no ones loved one will ever have to fight in a senseless war again. Dee Olson Delhi, Iowa July 08 2004 11:57 PM T/5 Harold W White, US Army Corp of Engineers, being transported on the HMT Rohna during WW11, which was hit and sunk by the Germans November of 1943. He died of exposure, buried in Algeria and brought back to be buried in Missouri. To all those living and deceased from over 61 years ago, I thank you. SB Sheila Rosson Berube Ofallon, MO June 13 2004 08:32 AM I just wanted to thank you for giving us the security you have given us. Thank you for allowing me to raise my daughter and my son in a place where its safe and they dont have to hear the sounds of a gun. You can email me anytime. I would be willing to talk with anyone and everyone. Thank you again for your time and duties. Brandilynn Arvada, CO June 12 2004 11:34 AM I would like to thank both of my grandfathers James E. Lippke and Wayne Francis Minner for their services to our country, I lost both of them this year. They were amazing men, people like the both of them are hard to find sonora fairbanks long beach ,Ca June 05 2004 05:23 PM Thanks to all who serve and have served. D. Hicks Air Force Independence, MO June 04 2004 10:35 PM A tough but admirable work your accomplishing for the betterment of our world. Thankyou, Thankyou and Thankyou, again. Wayne Starr Illinois June 02 2004 11:53 AM Thank you all for what you did for this country and my family. People like you make me proud to be an Amercian. You all should be proud to have served and protected the US. You men are my Heros!! Dawn Trenton, Ohio June 01 2004 04:38 PM I thank you so much for all you did for this Country, and want you to know that I am so very appresiative,without you, and those like you...I wouldn't want to live in a country without freedoms that we have,I realize you may be wounded physically or emotionally, and am writing to ask what if anything you think veterens who are young and old recovering in the hospital,what is it that you feel would make the stay at the hospital better. I and other's are trying tocome up with something we can do to contribute after our shift,we work midnights. We respect you all and are praying for your comfort and contentment. Sincerely, Joy Joy Owen Falls Church,Va May 31 2004 06:13 PM Wish my words could express how much I realize what all our service men and women have done in the past and present. All I can offer is the humblest esture of gratitude and thanks to each one of you including those that have given the ultimate sacrifice. Frank Foster Tallassee,AL May 31 2004 12:11 PM After serving for 12+ years, I got out on June 16, 2002. I admire and respect every individual who came before me and paved the way for the freedoms that myself, and my children enjoy. God Bless You all. Ron Navy Gulf War 1 St Louis Mo May 31 2004 10:32 AM Thanks for your service for our country! Remember; no good deed goes unpunished. You are in my thought's and prayer's. May you come home to the country that truly cares about *you*! You will never be forgotten.. Lee Graf Tucson May 31 2004 07:34 AM I have no family or friends in the military. I'm just a young American who took Freedom for granted before 9/11 and didn't comprehend, or even think about, the sacrifices already made by our Veterens. THANK YOU SO MUCH!! Thank you to our troops that are fighting right now too. You are so young yet so brave. You are appreciated more than you'll ever know. Becky Perry Washington D.C. May 30 2004 03:20 AM Thank you so much for being so young and fighting for our country in WW11 many years ago. We are here because of the great young boy you were and now the great man you are. We love you so and we thank you so much for fighting a war for all of us. Mr. Pvt. Frank Favella Sr.- Thank you so much and God Bless You. Lopez Family San Antonio, TX May 23 2004 12:40 PM I have respect for all who have served our country,any branch and in any capacity. I hope I am bestowed the honor of belonging to the regular US. Marine Corp in a couple years, I will do my best to honor all who served before me and try to do you justice. To all Vietnam Veterans I bow to you, you are my hero's, WELCOME HOME! Mellissa Hoover United States Marine Cadet Corp. michigan May 19 2004 09:55 AM Thank you to all veterans past and those yet to be. I am very proud of all of you. I appreciate all you have done for me, your sacrifices are not unrecognized by me. I hold a special place in my heart for you and honor you. Lisa Webster military family Zeeland, MI May 19 2004 09:31 AM I just would like to say thank you to them who are putting their life on the line to keep us safe. I have a cousin in the Marines, Davie Roberts and it is awsome who you guys and girls that are around my age are willing to give up their teen life and become men and women. Thank you so much! my prays are with all of you! Love always Amanda Johnson P.S. u r my heros Amanda Johnson Mulvane, KS May 14 2004 03:43 PM To all who have served, & all who are serving, thank you. For you selflessness, for your sacrifice, for your service. You are appreciated, and we will see to it that your service is never denegrated. To the families of our servicemen and women, your sacrifice is honored. May God bless you all. Darla Dirksen Non-military Locust Grove, OK May 14 2004 01:40 PM We would like to say a great big THANK-YOU to all Veterans. WW11 Veterans.... THANK YOU for waiting 59 years to be recognized....should have been long ago. GOD BLESS ALL VETERANS FOR ALL THEY HAVE DONE!!! Jr.Aux & Jr SAL Am. Legion Post 10 Manistee, Michigan May 09 2004 10:34 AM to all service members alike, and to any shipmate I ever served with still in: thank-you so much for taking up for our country, I pray for all of you with all of my heart, soul, and mind capacity that you will make it home one by one. US Army, jason scott curtis, baby brother; you are so brave! I know you will probaly never see this message, but if god be willing; just know that your in my prayers and that I hope you find another wife. Yours diddn't deserve you or that sailer she left for you. Maybe the next one will stand by her man while he's off fighting for the country.Furthermore, the next time Steven Seagal hits on you again,tell that cross-dressing queen who ought to be known as pony-girl the way he likes to wear make-up and ponytails that your sister says he looks like her company commander Ronald Vetter and Shipmate Arthur Lawrence Powell and that your just not interested! She also said that even though the Persian Gulf War, USN warped your mind and let the gays in, and taught you that homosexuality was ok, from shipmate to shipmate; i will gladly sit him down and explain what is suppose to go where! (family Joke!!) jayla bell usn unknown May 05 2004 05:42 PM THANK YOU ALL FOR ALL YOU ARE DOING. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND MAY GOD BE WITH EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU GUYS &GALS. ED ROCHESTER NY April 30 2004 09:30 PM My husband was a survivor of Pearl Harbor. I salute all that were there and pray for those who never returned. I also salute all troops of all wars and conflicts after WW11. God bless and keep you. Laura Lyons Rhoboth Beach, De April 30 2004 11:44 AM THANKS FOR ALL YOU ARE DOING FOR US BACK AT HOME TO KEEP THIS GREAT COUNTRY OF OURS FREE!!! YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!! LOVE YOU ALL, GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU SAFE SO MANY MANY MILES FROM HOME-XXXO SHARON ROCHESTER,NY April 29 2004 10:31 AM Thank you so much for all of the sacrifices the you have made to defend our freedom and liberty. I respect you for everything you are doing. God bless America. Anita Watertown, SD April 25 2004 07:19 PM To all of our military, serving at home and abroad -- thank you for your sacrifice. Thank you for putting yourselves into harm's way; thank you for the months spent away from your family and friends, often in hostile territory; thank you for understanding and upholding the principle of "freedom through military victory" -- or "speak softly and carry a big stick." America has already tried the "speak softly" and this enemy did not respond so we are now welding our "big stick." And you do it so well. We are proud of you -- DO NOT LET WHAT YOU HEAR IN THE PRESS dishearten you. Because, we the people of America, support each and every one of you. And I speak to you on a personal level as the mother of an Airman, serving stateside but due for deployment later this year. And to every soldier from other countries, Britain, Australia, etc., thank you for your service beside our men and women. Thank you for understanding that 9/11 was not just an attack on the USA but an attack on freedom throughout the world. Thank you for understanding that we stand at a pivotal crossroad in history: do we give in and allow terriorists to dictate to us, the free world, or do we stand and fight to spread and maintain freedom throughout the world. Finally, simply, THANK YOU. Julie Smylie Orange, TX April 22 2004 04:25 PM I would personally like to thank my late Dad -James E. Lippke- who served in Patton's 3rd Army during WW11. When he was honorably discharged in 1946 he was a Tech Sergeant.My father was a very proud American who was so honored to have had the opportunity to defend the freedom of the people of the USA.When my father passed away this past September we lost a loving, tired ,but oh so proud veteran of WW11. Margaret Buffa Bayville NY April 21 2004 05:24 PM Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the work and sacrifice you endure to keep me and the rest of the USA free. I respect and applaud your commitment and bravery. Z Evelyn Zimmerman regular Army Los Angeles, California April 16 2004 08:38 AM FROM ALL THE VETS/ACTIVE DUTY SM'S HERE AT LANSTUHL... THANK YOU, FOR ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT!. KEEP IT COMING...WE APPRECIATE WHAT AMERICANS BACK HOME DO FOR US. MICHAEL NEGRETE 349TH GENERAL HOSPITAL LANSTUHL, GERMANY April 08 2004 06:08 PM Thank you to Vets past and Present! Thank you to the Vets past that are presently fighting to make sure no other soldiers is treated the way they were. I apologize fr the way you were treated no one should have ever let you be treated that way. You are American Soldiers and children of Christ. You did what was asked of you, you are what makes America great, all of you, Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Signed, An Infantry Mom Vonnie Army Infantry Mom 2001-2004 So Cal April 02 2004 12:32 PM Thank you From the bottom of my heart. For all that is being done to rid this world of yhe scum of the earth and maybe make this world a better place . for my grandsons. I have a son in the 82nd airborne. Marvin H Duncan Army Nam Vet St Cloud Minnesota April 01 2004 08:41 PM I look at a picture of you,and thank God everyday you came home alive from Vietnam. You have always stood by me no matter how bad the situation was..Little did i know that inside you were fighting your own battles..You have taught me what true courage means..You have taught me how to love and be loved. You will always be my hero..My pillar of strength..It is now my turn daddy to give you what you have given me..Your war is over..its time to rest your head on my shoulder..I love you ...Your loving Daughter Ziggy...God Speed To All that are serving this Great Beautiful Country of ours... Ziggy My Dad is A Vietnam Vet..and Iam proud of it New Mexico March 28 2004 03:21 AM Because of what you are doing, where you slept last night, assures every American one more day of safety with their family. As the parent of a soldier, I'll be glad when you have the same luxury - but am very proud to say that my son contributed to America's freedom. connie LufkinTX March 11 2004 07:14 PM A theater group I am in, is doing a production call "A Piece of My Heart" by Shirly Lauro on March 5,6,12, & 13, 2004. I portray a 21 year old army nurse sent to "volunteered" for Viet Nam, Cu Chi. My only hope and prayer is that I do it justice in honoring you. it seems that I have always just missed the correct age to be where I was most needed so... I still took the calling to be and R.N., a surgical one at that, and I've fought my battles here stateside. Reading books, and meeting a nurse that served in Viet Nam excited me to learn more about you. Now that I am a nurse portraying a Viet Nam nurse I am more than just excited, I lower my humble head to you out of respect for you. My prayers and hopes today are, that I do these great women justice by the character I portray as a nurse in Viet Nam. I still have trouble saying some of my lines without sheding tears. If anyone of you are in the Little Rock area on the nights of this play and have nothing better to do, please give us a chance to honor you in public the best way we can, by acting out your experiences. If at all possible, please honor us with your appearance. Maybe there will be somethings that make you smile, or laugh, or become teary eyed, or sometime cry and let that long needed cry cleanse a memory of so long ago. For more information, please contact me at: pwatkins12@aol.com reference it to the play "A Piece of My Heart" Thank You and God Bless, Paula Watkins, R.N., CNOR ("alais" Lee Ann, RN, Army Nurse destination Chu Chi Capt. Sissy, R.N. Army Nurse destination Chu Chi Martha O'Neill, R.N. Naval Nurse destination Chu Chi Whitney, Red Cross, destination Siagon MaryJo Kincaid, USO, Danang, Marble Mountain, and Nha Trang Steele, WAC, Contic, CW3,WO1 Paula Watkins, R.N. unfortunately not Little Rock, Arkansas March 01 2004 07:47 AM God bless each and every one of you. Because you serve I can enjoy the freedom that isn't free. That my grand babies are protected. Thank you so much for your selfless service. I pray for you daily, each and every one. God knows every one that is over there. Hugs and Prayers Pamela Pamela Sharp Tacoma, WA February 28 2004 07:50 PM where can i find a list of original men that was in 32nd that were inducted in 9/15/1940 roland acheson 32nd division 126th inf harlingen TX February 21 2004 01:53 PM Many thanks & wishing you all the best. We support all of you and pray for you daily. Please know that we appreciate your courage, commitment and your patriotism. Michele M. Orangevale, CA February 13 2004 02:23 AM Just wanted to say thanks to all of you! You're all heros and we all wish you the best of luck. As the daughter of a soldier and the sister of another soldier I am so thankful and grateful for your service. Be careful and know our prayers are with you. Michele M. Orangevale CA February 12 2004 10:27 PM Often the importance is placed on breathing....when it's really those things that take your breath away which makes life worth living. I will never take my freedom and liberty for granted. Each morning and each night I begin and end my day reflecting on moments made special through your dedication and sacrifice. I owe a debt to soldiers defending and maintaining our freedom that I can never repay. I am forever in your debt and my gratitude is limitless. Thank you. I will pray for your happiness and safety and peace upon your return. God bless you and the United States of America!! Stacy Knopp Austin Tx February 02 2004 06:44 PM God Bless you all for your dedication and sacrifice.Your willingness to serve enables the rest of us to sleep in security.God Bless the USA. Semper Fi Duke Burgess USMCR Glenn Heights,TX January 30 2004 09:15 PM i'm praying for you'all hang in there tommy belcher n/a sneedville Tn January 30 2004 02:29 PM Thank you all for the sacrifices and protection you give so selflessly. Kenneth, Deb and Chris Ellis Tazewell,TN January 29 2004 06:51 PM I just wanted to say thank you to all the soldiers who have and are fighting for our right to be free. Crystal Iowa January 29 2004 10:41 AM It is often taken for granted the freedom we Americans possess. Not just our freedom to come and go as we please, but also, to vote, marry whom we choose, spend as much money as we want, have babies, go to school, go to work, lay reading in the swing on our front porch, talk on the telephone, email friends, sing to our children, and the list goes on and on. The only, and I do mean only, reason we have these freedoms are because of men and women to have served in our military; keeping us free by doing our fighting for us. I want to thank each one of you. Those that have served in the past, those serving now, and those thinking about serving in the future. May God bless you and keep you safe. Rhonda Hurd Eidson, Tennessee January 28 2004 01:21 PM We are proud of the work you are doing and we pray for you daily. It probably seems noone cares at times, but I assure you we do. Rosanne Johnson Sneedville, TN January 28 2004 12:24 PM Without you I would not be able to sleep peacefully at night! THANK YOU!! Chantal Fredericksburg, Iowa January 27 2004 05:34 PM As in all wars, the brunt of the conflict is borne by the soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines who served in our Armed Forces. Thank you and God Bless. Jason Stabe 2nd Armored Gulf War 1991 Fredericksburg, IA January 27 2004 03:04 PM THANK YOU ALL FOR KEEPING US SAFE. GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS. GOD BLESS THERE FAMILYS FOR BEING STRONG SO THEY CAN KEEP US ALL SAFE. Mary H. Seattle WA January 23 2004 08:21 AM My son is from the 3-17 Cav Unit from Fort Drum NY and is also currently stationed in Kandahar,Afghanistan. He inlisted from high school and soon after was deployed to Afghanistan. I had the oportunity to sit down and speak with him and some of the other soldiers from Fort Drum just a few days before they were deployed. I couldn't help but to think that these guys are so young, still children, as they spoke of events from the past few days. My son was the only one in our small group of about seven people who was fortunate enough to see his family before leaving, everyone else was from out of state. There was one soldier who is only about 19 years old and never hears from his family. When my son gets the chance to call home he always tell me to please thank everyone who writes and sends packages because thats what keeps him connected to home. "There are so many guys here who have no one Mom" So... to all of those soldiers out there, I would like to say thank you and God Bless you from the bottom of my heart. To all of the families who have loved ones in the military: My heart goes out to you and I can understand your pain, knowing that so many people really care does help doesn't it. God Bless Military Mom Beverly C Favreau Johnsonville, NY 12094 January 19 2004 10:54 PM We are a military family and we also know how it feels having a family member deployed somewhere for many months. We thank you for your sacrifices and we hope that you come home safe in the very near future. Jon and Lou Gianan US NAS Sigonella, Italy January 17 2004 06:33 AM HOOAH! Dan Doyle US Army '75 - '84 Wyoming, Michigan January 16 2004 10:59 PM All our prayers and gratitude to all the military personnel who served and is currently serving to protect us all. We're hoping that you'll return safe to you loved ones in the near future. God Bless !! Todd, Elizabeth, A-Z San Jose, CA January 16 2004 01:06 PM Thanks!! What else can we say as Free Americans. Thanks to all those who serve and have served. Died, to make our country safe and free! Here in Michigan we started an annual motorcycle run to the capitol building every year. Last year was the 1st and we orginized it in three weeks. We had over 1200 motorcyclist converge on the capitol bldg. We had TV and Radio coverage and it started out as Protest the Protesters Run but ended up being the Enduring Freedom Run! We met in Grand Rapids Michigan and ended up in Lansing, our state capitol. Many people showed up from accross the state! Every town we went through the police blocked traffic and people were standing along the road waiving flags and cheering us on. The local VFW had an Honor Gaurd out with all the flags flying! It was unbelievable the support that was shown that cold day in May! I think it was 36 degress when we headed out! We would like to see this happen in every state and have started our own webpage for information on the run! We are hoping to see 5000 motorcyclist this year! I am an ABATE of Michigan member and would ask that all ABATE groups every where support this in your state. Thank you again for your efforts and sacrafice on the part of all Americans! Snake 416 MMS Air Force 1977 Michigan January 10 2004 04:28 PM There is not a day that goes by, that I do not think of you. Thank you for making it safer for us all to live. What you are doing today will go down in the history of our country forever..I salute you! Cathy Lube Pinellas Park, FLorida January 10 2004 04:13 PM To My son Sgt.Jeffrey Chandler,810th M.P.Co./2ndPlatoon and every American soldier: I am very proud of each & everyone of you! Thank you for defending our freedoms which I do not take lightly. It is because of your bravery & dedication that we as Americans can be free! Take care of each other and come home soon and safe to us. Ann Redman Largo, Florida USA January 09 2004 03:42 PM May God Bless all of you, and bring you home to your familes. Carla Martin Bushnell,IL. January 08 2004 08:19 PM Thanks to all of the brave men and women serving our armed forces, and to those who have served in the past. We appreciate the sacrifice that you, and your families, unselfishly provide to ensure that we enjoy our freedom. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Bob & Jeannie Phillips Indianapolis, IN January 08 2004 04:53 PM We here in Cohoes, New York, thank all of you for your support and dedication. Cohoes is about 10 miles from the capital, Albany, NY. Say safe and God Bless. D. McCrea Cohoes, NY January 07 2004 11:21 AM Words can not express the gratitude we feel for those who have served, supported and countine to serve and support our country. You are our heroes! Harders Ritzville WA January 07 2004 12:23 AM Thank you for our freedom and all that you do. How could words ever express the deep gratitude we have for you. Your bravery and courage does not go unnoticed, not for a minute. My heart goes out to you and your families. You sacrifice and give so much, yet expect so little in return. You are such Heroes. We pray daily for all of you who so bravely serve this great country. You represent the honor, courage and strength of America. Love Linda Evans-Land Linda Evans-Land Tyler, TX January 06 2004 04:59 PM Thank you so very much for your bravery and readiness to serve our country for all of us. I pray that when you get home to loved ones, no one will spit upon you or do any thing to disappoint you into thinking all that you have sacrificed has been a waste of time & energy. We continue to support you in our prayers. Dave & Kathy Ret. USA Spooner, WI. January 05 2004 03:53 PM We all appreciate the job y'all are doing for us over there (except for possibly a creep or two here or there - but there's always those few who don't realize that it's because of you and those before you that they are able to express their dissent.) God bless you all and bring you home safely. Russell and Gwynne Denison 336 Assault Helicopter Co, Viet Nam '67-'68 San Antonio, Texas January 04 2004 04:32 PM Thank you one and all!! May God Bless you, keep you safe, return you home quickly! My Prayers are with you... Marie Vellani Gorham, Maine January 04 2004 08:41 AM Happy New Year to One and All! I can't begin to express my gratitude for the awesome job you are doing protecting our families and our liberties! Keep up the good work! I pray this will be a peaceful year and that the Lord will keep you safe and answer your prayers as well. God Bless all of you! And God Bless America! Michelle Sommer St. Clair, MI January 03 2004 10:11 PM I am amazed to think of what these men and women are going through on a daily basis. It really hits home during the holidays when I know I am home safely and able to enjoy my family and friends and celebrate the reason for the season. It is because of these awesome and courageous men and women that I am able to do that. What an amazing fight you are fighting for all of us. Thank you, and God bless you all. Katie Kelly St. Clair, MI January 03 2004 08:49 PM THANK YOU...We pray for you daily. all of you are truly AWESOME!!!!!!! Bill Childress Roseville,MI January 03 2004 06:10 PM To all of our soldiers everywhere, I thank you for your sacrifices and the job you do each day to keep us safe. We sleep peacefully at night, secure in the knowledge that you are there protecting us. May God watch over you and bring you home safely to your loved ones. You are my heroes..come home soon! Lonny Boord Conway, PA January 03 2004 05:03 PM Thank you so much for keeping us safe and making America a better place to live. I am so proud of you. You are a brave hero! I pray for you and your protection and that God will keep you safe from harm and danger. He keeps a hedge of protection around you. That you will know that he is with you always and that he loves you. God bless you, my hero! Melissa Roseville, MI January 03 2004 04:18 PM My heartfelt thanks to all of you. If you'd like to write me, please feel free. All the best, my friends. William Sternman Philadelphia, PA January 03 2004 02:21 PM Happy new year 2004. We are very thankful to you and your families, because of your sacrfices and dedication we are able to live happy and free. We commend you on a job well done, and hope to encourage you to keep up the good and faithful fight. God is a Father to the fatherless, he is a hope to all. Our Prayers are with the faithful servents of United States Armed Forces. Thank you! Steve and Theresa Pankiewicz NA Columbus Mi January 03 2004 02:20 PM We salute you! We thank you! And we pray for you each and every day for allowing all of us to remain free. Joan Hanley San Diego, CA January 03 2004 11:24 AM GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR SON. MY SON JOEY CARNES WILL LEAVE 1-3-04 FOR IRAQ, HE HAS A WIFE AND 3 SMALL CHILDREN. I PRAY DAILY FOR THE SAFETY RETURN OF OUR SOLDIERS AND ALSO I PRAY FOR GOD TO SURROUND THEM WITH HIS ARMY OF ANGELS FOR PROTECTION. GOD BLESS YOU AND GOD BLESS AMERICA. GINNY ATKINSON PAGELAND SOUTH CAROLINA January 02 2004 06:37 AM I stand in awe of what you have done for all of us. Thank you for your sacrifice. Congratulations to ALL of you on being selected as Time Magazine's People of the Year!! Deb Kansas January 01 2004 09:35 PM My father dedicated his life to freedom as a career military man. My generation of Viet Nam Veterans are quiet but know what price is freedom. Today I witness that sam dedication in the American soldiers who fight for our freedom. Thank you for the price you have paid to make freedom the greatest value in my life and my family and friends and through out the world. margie klein Mesa, Arizona December 31 2003 09:35 PM Please know that we truly appreciate all of your hard work and dedication you are giving to our country. You are to commended on your service to our great country. We hold all of you and your families in our daily prayers. We pray for your safe return to home. You are all heroes of our country. I know that it must be unbearable to be away from home for so long and to be in such a hostile environment. Your dedication to hard work in helping to bring peace to our world. You are making a big difference in many lives! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! We truly appreciate you, you are a special person! I would like to share a favorite Bible verse of mine with you. I hope that will give you some peace of mind. Joshua 1:9-Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. May God Bless you always! Barbara V. Paragould, Arkansas Barbara V Paragould, Arkansas December 31 2003 03:01 PM All I can say is I've been over seas and know what it's like. Give it all that you have, pray and be thankfull that your receiving these e-mails for the service that you are doing for your country. Ya'll are the greatest. God Bless each and everyone and We Love You. Tony Maxa 1st & 68th Armored 68-70 Creedmoor, Texas December 31 2003 02:45 AM Hope you all are doing well GOD BLESS YOU & KEEP YOU SAFE MELANIE MILLS Dayton, OH. December 31 2003 02:42 AM JUST KNOW WE ALL LOVE AND APPRECIATE WHAT YOU ARE DOING TO PROTECT OUR FREEDOM. IT IS SAD HOW MANY HAVE DIED SO WE ALL CAN LIVE.OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO ALL THE FAMILIES WHO HAVE TO DO WITHOUT THEIR LOVED ONES FOR ALL OF THIS TO BE MADE RIGHT.PLEASE COME HOME SAFE .ALL OF YOU ARE SADLY MISSED BY PEOPLE YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW. GOD BLESS. PATTY COOK PATRICIA COOK MOUNT BRADDOCK.PA December 31 2003 01:14 AM God bless each and every one of you for the great job you are doing in protecting our freedom!!! Deney & Tammy Walter Waynesboro, PA December 30 2003 07:31 PM Thank you all for your willingness to defend what most Americans take for granted! Stay safe! Semper FI! Mike Myers USMC Michigan December 30 2003 05:21 PM Dear Soldiers, It simply breaks my heart as I watch the news everyday and hear that another soldier of ours has been killed. Sometimes I want all this to end so that no more soldiers get killed, etc. I also think that if our soldiers were not there to make "our America" a better place, where would we be. I don't have children fighting in the war, but I do have friends and above all, I'm a mother and every soldier there has a loved one that must be worried and scared of what might happen to their loved one/s or if they'll get to see them again. I pray for their strength and comfort. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for fighting for my freedom. Although I don't know who you are, I pray for you every day so that God may protect you from harm and strength. You are doing an excellent job and today I bow to you. You are a hero to me regardless of the outcome. Many things are innevitable and sometimes we wonder why must this happen, but, I know that at the end we will be victorious! May God Be With you always and please come home safe. Ruth Stevens Morgantown, WV December 30 2003 04:57 PM Thank you for defending our freedom and making us feel safer each day. May God keep you safe and hold you close through all the rough times that you face. K. Fitttro Greencastle, PA December 30 2003 08:30 AM Appreciate all that you are doing for our country. Everyone is always in my thoughts and will never be forgotten. Thank you so much!!!!! Jaunie Kinzer Greencastle, PA December 30 2003 07:57 AM all mt best wishes to all american and british troops hoping for a safe return to you all bob gordon aberdeen scotland uk December 29 2003 04:17 PM I wish to thank all who have served in the past and all who are now enlisted a presently serving here in our country and all over the world to protect us and the freedom this country was built on. I pray for each and every one of you and for those who in their ignorance have yet to realize the price paid to give them the freedom they so enjoy in this country, yet are disloyal in word and deed. People are dying trying to get into this country while some born into this freedom have yet to UNDERSTAND! I pray for your safety and many blesseings to your families. P. Beifuss Lombard, Il. December 29 2003 03:19 PM God Bless each of you for all that you are doing to keep our country safe. My son is in Iraq at this time and I cannot help but be concerned for him, but he has told us many times that this is his job and it must be done now to insure that our future will be secure. Therefore, our family is proud and happy to support our American Troops. B. Calvert Athens, Alabama December 29 2003 11:53 AM Thank you for carrying on our proud tradition and heritage to protect and defend those weaker than ourselves or who do not have the means to provide for their own defense. Our love goes out to each and every one of you because we have already been there and do know and understand what you go through each and every day. We can only pray for you from here but we extend our warmest wishes to you and pray for your safe return. William & Sandra Cook USAF OPC II, III, Provide Hope, etc. San Antonio, TX December 29 2003 09:18 AM I just want to THANK all veterans (past & present) for putting their lives on the line to defend our love ones and country. My grandfather fought in WW-I, my father in WW-II, myself in Vietnam, my daughter served in Navy during Sept. 11, 2001...and now my son is an Lt. in Army National Guard. We have all spent holidays and lonely days away from our love ones and friends..but without that sacrifice by all veterans none of them could have enjoyed the FREEDOM every American does now days. Thanks again for your love of country and may GOD Bless you ALL !!! Al Combest Navy --- Vietnam 67-71 Ft. Worth, TX December 29 2003 04:42 AM I want to thank all of you for your help in this difficult time. Bless all of you & I hope 2004 will be a great year for all of us. Praying that all this fighting will be over very soon. Love to you all, Mary cerne Mary Cerne Abingdon,Md. December 28 2003 10:11 PM Son, we are so proud of you and what you are doing for your country. We love you very much and everyone here in W.J., N.C are praying for you and everyone sends their love. Here's hoping you will soon be home. You seem so far away but with the Emails it really helps. Scott we love you and keep up the good work. Mom and Pop Paul and Annie Blevins Navy West Jefferson, N.C. December 28 2003 07:20 PM Your sacrafices are many. America appreciates your service. You are doing the right thing for America and the world. Remember, the few who make all the noise are heard more than the moral, silent majority. The majority is with you. Unfortunately, the media of America tends to accentuate the negative instead of the positive. We wish you a safe New Year and will welcom you on your return. Keep the faith! Gary & Joan 116th Arm Cavalry 1954-1966 Heyburn, Idaho December 28 2003 07:07 PM Just wanted everyone to you that you are being thought of and we appreciate the sacrifices that everyone is making to fight this war on terrorism. I know it's a little late, (just found the site) but we wish everyone a Merry Christmas and to have a happy and healthy New Year. I know that everyone here is praying for peace and with some help from above and from everyone over there we can get this matter resolved. Thank you all for being there to T.C.B. Bob & Joyce Maple City, MI December 28 2003 09:02 AM To all of you; I am very grateful for each and every one of you, and for each and every selfless act that you are doing. Just know that alot of people are praying for you. May God keep you safe. Happy New Year and hope the new year will bring peace. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Elaine Phillips Jupiter, Fl. December 27 2003 11:53 PM Please know that there are civilians that are also donating time and effort to help this country, we all want our people all over the world to be safe and free. Those of you in the Armed Services stand above us are making the ultimate happen our hearts and prayers are with where ever you go. Freedom is our cause. Dusty Durst Labadie, MO. December 27 2003 10:30 PM Every time I see the uniform I'm grateful. At the airport you make me feel secure. The hardships you endure I understand and am ever SO thankfull. Be Blessed, as you have Blessed us ALL with pride and dignity. Forever in yer debt Kayla in Tennessee. Tn_K_la@webtv.net Kayla (Tn_K_la@webtv.net)) Army MP 75-81 Crossville, Tennessee December 27 2003 09:17 PM From the bottom of my heart,Thank you for keeping us safe. May the New Year bring us all peace.... May God keep you all safe. RonnieAnn D. Abingdon,Md December 27 2003 06:11 PM I can not believe all the good that each one of you do for us. you do not even know me and are fighting for my freedom and life in this land of ours!!!. I wish i could do more than just sending pretty words and phrases. if ever need anything from us..just tell me..that's the least i can do. God bless you and your families!!..not doubt that you come from a good family and very well raised!!... Jimmy Jimenez Miami, Florida December 27 2003 01:12 AM We want to thank each and every one of you for your sacrifices!!!! We are praying for you every day!! Don and Fay Scholten Sheboygan Falls, WI December 26 2003 01:35 PM This note is from grateful Americans for the sacrifice you all are doing. We pray for your safety, for the success of your missions, and for your safe return to your home and family. Words cannot express our appreciation for answering the call. May God always be with you and may He send His angels to be your guardians throughout your tour of duty. Ralph & Alice Gaeta Southern Pines, NC December 25 2003 09:16 PM I want to thank each and everyone of you for putting your lives on the line to keep us safe from terrorists. I pray often for the guys and gals in the armed services that God will keep you safe. Yvonne New Jersey December 25 2003 08:12 PM How can we ever thank you enough for all the sacrifices that you and all of our armed forces have made to keep us safe and able to "sleep in peace." Not only have you placed your self in danger of life -- but I know the wonderful blessings of having family together -- especially at this time of the year. But, God made that first sacrifice when He sent His Son, Jesus to die for us that we too might live and sleep in peace forever. My prayers are with you and all of the others. May you have a safe homecoming and again Thank You. Martha McMichael DeKalb, TX December 25 2003 03:23 PM THANK YOU! MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU AND PROTECT YOU FROM ALL HARM. Sue Morris IL December 25 2003 01:31 PM I know that we are LATE!!!!!!!! However, there may be another late reader out there that may get some enjoyment out of this late T E X A S THANK YOU from a grateful family. Happy holidays and please keep your head down and eyes open......... Papa John and McKinney family Grand Prairie and CISCO,TEXAS December 25 2003 12:13 PM Merry Christmas Melinda Bruce Keenes IL December 24 2003 10:55 PM We as American Citizens are honored to live in a free country and owe it to all our troops that have defended out country in this war as well as all the other wars. Thank you so much and God Bless each of you. Merry Christmas and come home soon. Gary and Joy McLoud Rockwall, Tx December 24 2003 09:31 PM NO MATTER WHAT THE PRESS SAYS, AND EVEN IF YOU DO NOT FIND WEAPONS OF MASS DISTRUCTION, THE AUTROSITIES THAT WERE COMMITTED DESERVE TO BE ANSWERED. YOU ARE DOING NOT ONLY THE PEOPLE THERE A WONDERFUL SERVICE YOU ARE DOING IT FOR THE WORLD, GOD AND COUNTRY AND YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS ALWAYS. BERNARD BARGER US ARMY RETIRED SGM DENVER, CO December 24 2003 06:02 PM The comm. would like to thank all of the men and women that are keeping our country safe. God bless all of you and God bless the USA. UAW local 137 veterans Comm. Greenville Mi December 24 2003 02:54 PM Thanks to you all for kepping our country safe. All true Americans should appreciate and Love you one and all. Keep up the good work. Wish you could all be home for the Holidays but I know that is not possible, but to all of you I am wishing you a Very Very Happy Holidays. We Love and appreciate you. MadMan Michael Caprez Covert, Michigan December 24 2003 02:19 PM Thank you all men and women and your families and friends who miss you at this holiday time. Words are not adequate to express my gratitude. Susan Air Force "Brat" Houston December 24 2003 11:20 AM Thank you one and all for your sacrifice and willingness to put your life at risk to protect so many. We love you and pray for your safe return home. God Bless America! Peggy Houston, Texas December 24 2003 08:05 AM Thank you for your willingness to protect and defend our country and the ideals it was established upon. May God bless the USA and all those who serve this great country! Karen Marietta, TX December 24 2003 02:29 AM Thank You. With Love Dee dee orange county December 23 2003 10:24 PM I just want to encourage you and know we are backing you and supporting you with our prayers and thoughts! Sherry Redding ,CA December 23 2003 09:16 PM I want to Thankyou for your service to this country of ours and for being who and what you are....Soldier, Marine, Sailor, Airman, Coastguardsman. We sleep peaceful due to your sacrifice. Take care. Stay safe. Jane Werner Seattle, Washington December 23 2003 08:59 PM Thank you for your sacrifice and service to our country, to the American people, and the people of the world. The world is a safer, better place for your service, and I know because of what you do, my family and I are able to live freely. God bless you all, and keep you under His protection. + Liz Dallas, TX December 23 2003 03:55 PM May God bless the committed and all they have sacrificed. Come home safe and soon. Merry Christmas to all the troops and God speed. Bob Berry USN 1951-1955 Huntington Beach, Ca. December 23 2003 02:41 PM Hello! and Merry Christmas! I am NOT going to "thank you for protecting our freedoms," which is ridiculous because that is not what you are doing at all! but I am going to thank you for protecting the freedoms of the Iraqi people and making it really possible for them to shake off the shakles of their past and have a real possibility at creating a democratic country they can live in. They could never have done this without outside intervention. Without you and all your friends, they would never have a prayer, not even a chance to attempt it. Although realising the opportunity of the moment is not easy when it comes so quickly, you have given them the space, the chance, the time, and the support to make it possible, if they can manage to overcome their differences and pull together. To do this, to be part of what made this possible for so many people, is a really wonderful thing. Thank you. for them. They may be too stupid, too ignoranct, too misinformed, to unsophisticated to realize they owe you thanks themselves. Don't mind that. Keep your eyes on the possibilities for a better future, not on the difficulties of the present and you will win! Evil looks stronger than good, but good never fades away, and evil does. Nothing can destroy the longing in the hearts of people to be happy, to be safe, to be free. Wendy King Pilot Mountain, NC December 23 2003 01:24 PM This season is ALL about giving, and my family wants to thank all of you for giving of yourselves for the world's greater good. God bless YOU, and God Bless America! OORAH!!! Alan & Julie Fager & Michael KATY, TX December 23 2003 08:25 AM We are proud of the job you are doing. Thank you for your committment and dedication to our country. We appreciate your sacrifice and the courage of your families who keep things together on the homefront. We will do our best to take care of those you have had to leave behind. You do your best to take care of yourselves and return safely to those who love and miss you! Happy Holidays to all the men and women serving our country in Afghanistan and around the world! Mr/.Mrs Gregg MacDonald USNR - CDR (Ret) Yardley, PA December 23 2003 07:04 AM To all of you in the military.I want you to know that I am proud of each and everyone of you that has gone to face extreme danger every day that you are there fighting to keep America safe.I am a grandmother of a 20yr old marine who was not called to go to war,because he had just enlisted.He told me he was ready to go if called to do so.I am so proud of him that I know all the fine young men who are willing to fight for our freedom all have this same feelings.May God put a protective shield around you and bring you home soon Evelyn Wood Arnold,Ca December 23 2003 01:02 AM Thanks to all of you for a job well done. We in Aamerica are supporting our troops. Mary Hurn Decatur, Alabama December 22 2003 11:31 PM Thanks to ALL of you who are in the military..Because of you, I can go to sleep at night, knowing that I am safe. I know the sacrifices that you make. I realize that it is your "chosen" profession..which takes a "special person" to be ready at any time to "protect the good ole USofA." You are in my prayers. Mignonette W. Kelsoe Moulton, AL December 22 2003 10:42 PM I THINK I HAVE SIGNED THIS BEFORE,BUT GLAD TO SIGN IT AGAIN. AS I HAVE SAID,I AM PROUD OF OUR TROOPS AND I APPRECIATE ALL THEIR SACRIFICES, THEY AND THEIR FAMILIES HAVE MADE.YOU HAVE DONE A GREAT JOB,AND THANK GOD YOU HAVE CAPTURED SADDAM. MAYBE NOW IT WONT BE TOO MUCH LONGER TILL YOU ARE BACK HOME WITH YOUR LOVED ONES.I PRAY FOR YOU EVERY NIGHT,ASKING GOD TO WATCH OVER YOU AND PROTECT YOU. I HOPE YOU HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR. GOD BLESS YOU AND GOD BLESS AMERICA. IVALEE VICKERY BOHANAN ARANSAS PASS, TEXAS December 22 2003 10:25 PM I am proud to be an American. I was raised in a military family and have lost a loved one due to war. Rest assured that (your) God is with you always. You are in my prayers and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your sacrifices and your families. God's speed to you all. Sandi Hummell Port Townsend, WA December 22 2003 09:55 PM I can hardly find words to express how full my heart is with gratitude for you and the other people doing the horrible job overseas that's so necessary to keep others from infringing upon the freedom we so blessedly experience in the United States of America. Our country was founded under, prospered because of, and protected by the God who created Heaven and Earth. I believe horribly devastating things are happening to and in our country because God is so unhappy with so many "Americans" turning against Him, that He is lifting His umbrella of protection from us. If you and your fighting comrads haven't done so already, please consider asking God to forgive your sins and become your Lord and Savior so you can live forever with God after you die. That is the only road to Heaven. Jesus says, in the Bible, that He is the Truth, the Way, and the Life, that no man can come to the Father (God) except through Him. I pray you will be able to come home safe and sound to a country that welcomes you with open arms. Whether you choose to trust God with your life, because of Jesus dying on the cross to pay for your sins, or not, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for putting your life in harms way to protect me, as an American. I will never know the sacrifices you are making, but I want you to know how much I appreciate you. I have been praying for you and will continue to do so. Even though I don't know you personally, I love you for what you are doing and appreciate you emensely. Keep up the good work. May God Bless you physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, with guidance, protection, warmth, and the comfort of His presence. And may God Bless America. Know that you are not forgotten. I hug you to my heart. From your fellow American. Brenda Westrich San Ramon, CA December 22 2003 09:51 PM Dear Troops, Each and every one of you are always in my thoughts and prayers. Every morning I begin with a special prayer for you brave people. Thank You for risking your lives for the American people. May the Lord bless each and everyone of you always. Wishing you much peace and Happiness Always!!!! Annette Azzolina Wood-Ridge, NJ December 22 2003 06:12 PM You are in our thoughts and prayers and there is an appropriate saying written by someone unknown to me: "To those of you who are fighting for it, Freedom has a flavor, we the protected will never know". We thank you for your sacrifice - May God keep you and your Buddies safe. Thank you. Chuck & Betty Lowe USAF 55 - 63 Arnold, California December 22 2003 05:53 PM Thankyou for your Service and Sacrifice...... You're being held up in Prayer, especially during the Holidays when it's probably the most difficult being so far from Your Loved Ones. Valonda B. Lee's Summit , MO December 22 2003 05:06 PM THANK YOU for your service to our country and the continued effort for freedom for ALL. May God Bless! Jim West Jackson, TN December 22 2003 04:30 PM We're very proud of the job that you are doing and regret that you're not able to be here, in the great U.S. of A, to share in the Christmas spirit. You're certainly in our thoughts and prayers and we sincerely hope that you remain healthy. Here's to concluding your missions in the shortest amount of time possible and to coming home soon. Semper Fi and Godspeed you. Mike Daughtry Montgomery, AL December 22 2003 03:18 PM God Bless you and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. R Kenney Glendale, CA December 22 2003 03:05 PM Wishing all a safe and Merry Christmas! Matin Brock Spartanburg,SC December 22 2003 01:49 PM Just want to say Thanks and God Bless. As a military brat and with family members currently serving, I know it's very hard to be away from your loved ones during the holidays. We appreciate your sacrifice every day. Stay safe and I wish you Godspeed to return home. Kim Smith Greensboro, NC December 22 2003 01:11 PM I wish you all a blessed Christmas and a freedom filled New Year! Thanks to all the service men, women and families of America and abroad! Nicole Phoenix December 22 2003 12:45 PM "Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as sons...No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and PEACE for those who have been trained by it."(paraphrased from Hebrews 12:7&11, NIV) God Bless You All, you are in our prayers. Thank you for serving your country, and protecting our freedom! We love you. Don Dodds USN '72-'75 Pinckney, MI December 22 2003 12:25 PM 62. We love and appreciate all of you for what you are doing to protect us. God bless all of you. D Shepherd Tampa, Fl December 22 2003 11:19 AM Thank you to all of you who are enduring hardship for the rest of us in America. We love you, respect you and we want you to know. Merry Christmas to all and with the Lord's will everyone of you will be home with us next year. In loving gratitude, Cindy Cindy Quedensley Omaha, NE December 22 2003 11:16 AM Thank you for all you do! Our positive thoughts and prayers are with all of you in Afghanistan, Iraq, and all American troops worldwide. If any of you serve in the Army with Casey Green, buy him a beer for us! God Bless!! Russell, Sheial, Colt & Shelby Kepler Tujunga, CA December 22 2003 11:04 AM Thank you for your sacrifice, God Bless! S. Bartram St. Petersburg, FL December 22 2003 10:55 AM JFK stated: "The energy, the faith, the devotion which we bring to this endeavor will light our country and all who serve it -and the glow from that fire can truly light the world. And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." THANKS to all who serve...past and present for keeping this nation and our freedom glowing for all the world to see! Stephanie Menning n/a Minneapolis, MN December 22 2003 10:44 AM Thank you for your sacrifice and may God always be with you. Chi Bui Santa Ana, California December 22 2003 10:42 AM Take heart and be proud.....you are part of the greatest military of the greatest country in the world. Be proud that you are serving as we are proud for your serving. Robert W. Lampe Retired Army/Navy Butte, Montana December 22 2003 10:37 AM God Bless and Remain Safe - Semper Fi. Penny and Thomas Hillemeyer MSGT - USMC Retired '61-81 St. Louis, MO December 22 2003 10:24 AM Dear Brave and Courageous Defender of FREEDOM for the people of Afghanistan, I am the widow of a sailor who spent two deployments in the Persian Gulf 1980-1981 and 1990-1991. I did not agree with our President to invade Iraq. But as he doesn't often listen to the quiet majority, he ordered our military to go there; as he sent you to Afghanistan do the dirty work of politicians. In neither place will the effort to change the population and rebuild the countries be over any time soon. I support YOU 100 percent. I appreciate you more than you will ever know. You are all my children as I have none of my own. Therefore, I pray for your safety and return home to your families. I sympathize with those of you whose friends and comrades will never see their families again. As a Christian, I want to wish you a very MERRY CHRISTMAS, and as an open minded individual, I want to wish you HAPPY CHANUKAH, HAPPY KWANZAA, and any other celebrations occurring at this time of year. Oh, HAPPY NEW YEAR and may it be not only happy, but SAFE! OLIVIA ANN ASHCRAFT CHULA VISTA CA December 22 2003 10:24 AM Your service to our country is greatly appreciated. Happy Holidays, God Bless Jim Combs U. S. Navy Mesa, Az December 22 2003 09:34 AM Your sacrifices are shared by all who proudly wore the uniform of the US armed forces. God bless you and keep you safe. Walk tall, for you are all heroes in the eyes of your countrymen. We salute you. Peter & Ro Cubeta USAF, '54-'68 Lady Lake, FL December 22 2003 09:33 AM Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Jeremiah & Kristen Higdon Andrews, NC December 22 2003 09:20 AM Thank you for your bravery and the sacrifices you make. Chris, Stacey & Jayla Lovingood Andrews, NC December 22 2003 09:19 AM We appreciate all that you do for us. You are in our prayers. God bless. Jerry, Kathy & Philip Dekle Air Force, Vietnam Andrews, NC December 22 2003 09:19 AM I want you to know how much I apprecaite your service to our country. Thank you for ensuring the freedom of our nation as well as helping those around the world share in the same liberty we have enjoyed. Rayna Canton, OH December 22 2003 09:10 AM May all of you have a very merry Xmas as possible, you all are on my mind. I don't want to any of you when I get there. (91W50) Your Brother in Arms Robert Comtois MSG Robert Comtois Viet Nam 67-68 NYARNG Now Latham, NY December 22 2003 07:47 AM Holiday greeeting to all of you, where ever you may be. Know that you are in our prayers each day. That we pray for your safe return home to your loved ones, and peace someday for everyone. If this doesn't get there for the Holidays, here's to a Happy New Year-at Home! Marian Lipsius Korean Veteran (WACs) Tujunga, CA December 22 2003 07:37 AM Thank you for your service. Be proud to be an American!!! Corky Reed San Francisco, California Corky Reed Navy San Francisco, California December 22 2003 02:58 AM God Bless each and everyone of our servicemen & women. Best Wishes for a prosperous New Year. We continually are praying for your safe return and for a break in all the strife that goes on. I send this in Honor of my cousin Sgt. Martin W. Wright (101st Airborne Division) who was killed in VietNam on July 25,1970. You will never know how much your presense in Afganistan and Iraq are appreciated. Jay Lawyer Middleburg, New York December 22 2003 01:14 AM I AM THANKFUL TO LIVE IN THE U.S AND WE WOULD NOT HAVE THESE FREEDOMS IF IT WEREN'T FOR OUR ARMED FORCES,MAY GOD BLESS AND PROTECT AND BRING YOU HOME A.S.A.P. MERRY CHRISTMAS HENRY CROWE MIDDLETOWN, OHIO December 22 2003 01:01 AM LOVE AND PRAYERS TO ALL THE WONDERFUL SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN PROTECTING OUR FREEDOM.........MERRY CHRISTMAS AND BLESSED NEW YEAR.....!!! CHARLENE GAISER LEWISTON IDAHO December 22 2003 12:15 AM God Bless each and every one of the servicemen and women, Thank You!!!! Vicki Brown Pierceton, IN December 21 2003 09:16 PM We wish all of you a Very Merry Christmas and are very proud of all the work you are doing in the name of FREEDOM. You are in our prayers and want everyone to come home safe and sound. Danny & Anita Stephens 5th Cav, Vietnam Marissa, Il December 21 2003 09:12 PM Just wanted to wish our brave men and women a Happy Holiday and to thank them for a job well done. Katherine Manning Indianapolis, Indiana December 21 2003 08:19 PM To our GI's in service in Afghanistan, Iran, and at all of our foreign ports. Thank you for your service to our country and our wish is that you can be reunited with your family very soon. God bless at the holidays. Kathy and Art Campisano Murrysville, PA December 21 2003 06:10 PM Just want to thank you servicemen and ladies for continuing to carry the baton of freedom for our great country. May the Lord continue to Bless You and bring you home real soon. With sincere respect and wishes, Richard Bobay Richard Bobay Navy Veteran - Korean Conflict Charlotte, NC December 21 2003 05:10 PM My heartfelt thanks to all of our service men and women. We who have borne the burden in the past well understand what you are enduring today. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all! Bert Mullins 1st Battalion, 9th Marines, Vietnam '67-'68 Duncanville, TX December 21 2003 01:40 PM Merry Christmas! We are so thankful for the job you do everyday. Take Care and May God Bless you this holiday season. Mike and Cathy Canton, Ohio December 21 2003 01:37 PM I like to say that I am very thankfull to all of the men and women who serve this country every day is a new challenge that we must face and we couldn't do it with out you. May you all have a merry christmas and happy new year. Come home safe and I am praying for everyone of you! May God be with you allways. God Bless everyone of you! Hollie Willard Jacksonville,NC December 21 2003 12:29 PM To all our service MEN & WOMEN: Keep up the good work! To all of you, a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR! James Butler Army Dallas, Tx. December 21 2003 12:24 PM May all servicemen have a merry and blessed Christmas, and may Osama BinLadan soon be looking down the barrel of one of you serviceman's riffle. Tommy USMC NH December 21 2003 12:21 PM May God keep all our service men and women safe. Please bring everyone home safe and as soon as possible to be with your family and friends. May The Peace of Jesus Christ be with all of you. MJK MJKaspar Indiana December 21 2003 11:46 AM keep your spirits up and may you have a safe christmas steve eder medic 196th 1967-8 waxahachie, tx December 21 2003 10:31 AM In memory of my husband Jim who proudly served in WW11 loved his country and his flag that he proudly displayed every day in the front yard.I am honoring this to the fighting men over there who fight a brutal battle.The Lord embrace all of you with protection.joan Chacona Cedar Park,Texas(Sept 16 2003 Jim passed away' Joan Chronis Chacona Navy(Husband)43-46 Cedar Park December 21 2003 09:55 AM We are so proud of allof you, May God bless you all and keep you safely in His loving arms. Thank you l.colern Florida December 21 2003 09:47 AM i know the heart break of christmas awasy from family but the joy of making it home is wonderfull too we had christmas later and the joy of christmas was worth the wait take guys and gals come home safe charles reed 173rd air borne bdge nam 67 south east texas December 21 2003 07:40 AM Thank You All....America stands tall because of you.Let freedom ring. "May he grant you according to your hearts desire and fulfill all your purpose. Psalm 20:4 GOD BLESS AMERICA! Annette USA December 21 2003 07:40 AM Just want to pass on some advice I was given when I was discharged: If you had any injuries of any kind, take the time to fill in a little bit more paper work declaring your injuries at the time of discharge,it doesn't take much time and helps you be able to file a claim later if you need to. I had a service connected injury and receive compensation for my service disabiley. Also,I became a "Life Member"of the "Disabled American Veterans". They have done a lot to help all veterans! My heart felt prayers for all of you! Marian Lipsius Korean Veteran Tujunga, CA December 21 2003 06:21 AM On behalf of a combat Vet, in Viet Nam, I wish to thank all of you for the job that yall have tto do. Congratulations on the Restraint and Professionalism of all of you that you showed in the Capture of Saddam. I wish for all of you a Merry Christmas Happy New Year, and a safe return to your families and friends. For you Engineers "Build and Fight" Sincerely James Allen James R. Allen 577th ENGR bN tUY hOA vIET nAM 67-69 Galveston, Tx December 21 2003 05:59 AM Paul & Marian Lipsius, Tujunga, CA As two veterans of the Korean War - We salute you. May it be Merry Christmas or Happy Hannukkah, we are one in this fight, so "HAPPY HOLIDAYS" to all of you great guys & gals! Paul & Marian Lipsius Korean Veteran Tujunga, CA December 21 2003 05:57 AM My son is with you so please help and protect each other, we love and miss you all so much. I'll keep praying for you all, may all of you remember that you are loved and missed. Lois F. Howarth Bremerton Wa. December 21 2003 05:51 AM I wish to thank you for your brave service to our country. You are truly a blessing to all of us, and we are praying for you, and making our support known for you and for the mission you are undertaking. God Bless you - all of the brave men and women who sacrifice so much for the cause of freedom. Carl Almgren Ft. Collins, CO December 21 2003 01:31 AM WE PRAY FOR YOU EVERY DAY. YOU HAVE DONE A GREAT JOB. WE ARE PROUD OF YOU AND THANK YOU FOR YOU'RE COURAGE,IN PROTECTING OUR COUNTRY. WE HAVE A SON IN THE MARINES AND WE UNDERSTAND HE WILL BE JOINING YOU OVER THERE IN FEB. SO YOU ALL WATCH OVER EACH OTHER AND COME HOME SAFE. HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR. GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND GOD BLESS AMERICA. TWINKLE AND WALTER TERRY, SR. ARANSAS PASS,TEX. December 20 2003 11:49 PM WE PRAY FOR YOU EVERY DAY. YOU HAVE DONE A GREAT JOB. WE ARE PROUD OF YOU AND THANK YOU FOR YOU'RE COURAGE,IN PROTECTING OUR COUNTRY. WE HAVE A SON IN THE MARINES AND WE UNDERSTAND HE WILL BE JOINING YOU OVER THERE IN FEB. SO YOU ALL WATCH OVER EACH OTHER AND COME HOME SAFE. HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR. GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND GOD BLESS AMERICA. TWINKLE AND WALTER TERRY, SR. ARANSAS PASS,TEX. December 20 2003 11:49 PM THANK YOU FOR PROTECTING OUR GREAT COUNTRY,YOU HAVE DONE A GREAT JOB AND I HOPE YOU ARE ALL HOME SOON. CONGRADULATIONS ON A JOB WELL DONE. I PRAY FOR YOUR SAFE RETURN.AHVE A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAT. W.C. "BO" BOHANAN INGLESIDE , TEXAS U.S.A. December 20 2003 11:41 PM I thank you for your service to our country and pray for your safe return and the safe retun of all who serve you. We have flown our flag since 9-11 and even though all of you overseas cannot see the flags flying here, your parents and loved ones can see the flags and know that we support their loved ones. E. Hudson Conroe, TX December 20 2003 11:41 PM GREAT JOB AND NOW YOU HAVE CAPTURED HIM.WAY TO GO. HOPE YOU ARE ALL HOME SOON,AND WANT TO WISH YOU ALL A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY AND SAFE NEW YEAR. YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. BETH AND FRED A. AUSTIN MAG BTN. L/CPL. VIETNAM( 74-77) ARANDAS PASS TEXAS December 20 2003 11:35 PM THANK YOU ALL FOR YOURE SACRIFICE,AND BRAVERY. I AM SO PROUD OF ALL OF YOU. I AM SO GLAD YOU FINALLY CAUGHT THAT RAT IN HIS HOLE IN THE GROUND,MAYBE NOW IT WONT BE TOO LONG BEFORE YOU CAN BE HOME WITH YOUR FAMILIES. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE AND BRING YOU HOME REAL SOON. THANK TOU FOR PROTECTING AMERICA, THE LAND THAT YOU KEEP FREE . I WILL PRAY FOR YOU EVERY DAY. IVA LEE BOHANAN ARANSAS PASS,TEXAS December 20 2003 10:58 PM DECEMBER 20, 2003 FROM THE CITY OF BROTHERLY LOVE, I WISH TO THANK YOU(EACH ONE OF YOU)FOR THE JOB YOU ARE DOING FOR OUR COUNTRY. I PRAY FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THAT EVERYONE KNOWS THAT OUR TROOPS ARE WHAT KEEPS AMERICA SAFE AND FREE. GOD BLESS AMERICA. GLENNA GLENNA PERRIER PHILADELPHIA, PA December 20 2003 10:52 PM GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS & FAMILIES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON & ALLWAYS , OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS FOR " OUR TROOPS" ( AMEN ) becky mineola , texs December 20 2003 10:08 PM We thank all the servicemen past-present for making the U.S.A. the country it is with the freedom we can enjoy. We would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, that is Christ centered and a Happy New Year. Our prayers are with all of you. May God bless you. Marion & Virginia Zbranek 1st Cav. Korea '52-54 (Marion) Devers, TX December 20 2003 08:58 PM I know it is very hard to be away from your family at this time but please know that we at home are thinking of u and praying for your safe return. Teri Butler widow of Vietnam War Dallas, TX. December 20 2003 08:49 PM God Bless all of you for risking your lives for your country,family and all other Americans!!!!! We're proud of all of you and pray you all come home safely. Love,Ray and Willene Ray Lucas USAF Merritt Island,Florida December 20 2003 07:40 PM We want to thank you all for keeping us safe and free. Our hearts go out to you for the sacrifices you have made for us and our families that you don't even know. May God watch over each and everyone of you and your families. Praying that you all come home soon. Don & Vicki Plymouth, IN December 20 2003 05:49 PM I plead with the Lord to bless and protect each of you, and your families who long for your safe return. Bless each of you for all you do as instruments in the hands of God to bring freedom to an oppressed people and to protect our interests back home. You represent all that is good and fine and honorable in this great country of ours. Carry on. Carry on. Carry on! Dodie Honzik Deerbrook, Wisconsin December 20 2003 05:46 PM I want to express my deep appreciation for your service to our country. We will be thinking of you all this Holiday Season. Pat Cash Panorama City, CA December 20 2003 05:37 PM To thank a veteran, well for me that could be as simple as thanking my husband, father, brother, brother in-law, uncles, aunt, niece and nephew. We come from a long line of "serve our country" folks. My neighbors and their sons & daughters and so on. Thanks also to the family and friends that pray for those still serving. And for the family that has to sit at home and carry on while those in service are gone. That too takes guts. Bless our leaders that they make decisions based on right and truth and not over some self vendictive reasons. May God watch over each and ever service person, in this country and overseas. And may those that have suffered a loss, feel the prayers we pray in their hearts and may it make their losses just a bit more tolerable. So thank you to every vet that has served and those that will serve in the future. God Bless America. Joyce Crease Saybrook Twp. Ohio December 20 2003 04:37 PM Thank You for all risk you take each day so the USA can be free. Merry Christmas, each of you will be in my thoughts and prayers each and every day. May God bless you, take care of you, and bring you home to your families save. Linda Wall Texas December 20 2003 04:03 PM L.F. Wall Sherman, TX December 20 2003 03:59 PM thanks for what you do to keep us free. We know Freedom is Not Free. Without our young men, who are willing to serve for our country all would be lost. Drew & H.C. Anderson Sadler, Tx December 20 2003 03:15 PM Thank you to each of you and May God bless you in a special way. Merry Christmas and may the New Year bring you much peace and happiness. Ruth Tanner Morton, Texas December 20 2003 03:05 PM My heartfelt thanks to each soldier for your dedication, devotion and sacrafice for my family. I hope in some small way you feel the appreciation I have in my being for each minute you spend defending us. May God bless each one of you in a unique and special way. Debbie & Marcello Jacobs Marcello - US Navy '74 - '78 Upland, CA December 20 2003 02:50 PM Thank you for all you do so that we are safe and have the freedom we have in this country! May God bless you all, you are in my prayers! Shirley Fletch Apple Valley, MN December 20 2003 02:37 PM A veteran once asked of me what I thought a vet or any soldier was. After thinking for a long time, I knew. A Veteran or any Soldier is a plain person who does an extraodinary job. They give of themselves for others to the point that may give up their lives. They do it for people they love and for more that they don't know. How many of the those who stay behind would do the same? God bless all our men and women. Let them all know we love and thank them all, no matter where they are! Kathy McCarthy Houston, TX December 20 2003 02:21 PM THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS.............. mary charlotte, nc December 20 2003 01:09 PM Thank you for being so courageous and brave. You truly are the heros of America. Monique Michigan December 20 2003 12:43 PM God Bless all our troops.you are the greatest that this Country has to offer.We are proud of you.You are the reason this Country has all its FREEDOMS,and we salute you.And to all the Marines,SEMPER FIDELIS. Sgt.T.A.Nollmann,USMC/Ret. D-1/3Mar.'66-'67, Marines-'66-'75 Henderson,Ky December 20 2003 12:13 PM THANKS TO ALL YOU SERVING IN THE ARMED FORCE ON THIS CHRISTMAS, NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE. JIM AND HELEN BLAKE 366 GUNFIGHTERS VIETNAM 69-70 BROWNWOOD LAKE, TX December 20 2003 12:00 PM May the Lord hold you in the palm of His mighty hand and keep you safe from harm. Next to having Jesus in our hearts, our freedom is our most precious gift. Be safe and know that you are loved and being prayed up daily! Did you ever know that you're my heroes....? Jerry & Janet McClain Abilene, TX December 20 2003 11:52 AM MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR. grins FROM me = Manley Frank Pace retired Cheney, Washington/Corpus Christi,Aransas Pass & Raymondville,Texas, Merry Christmas and a safe Happy New Year. Cheney Nazarene,Washington state,Raymondville First Baptist & First United Methodist Churches are Praying for you. I personally served in USAF in Japan & Korea, before you. I know what you go through during This time of the year.May God Bless and Protect you all the days of your life, TYSON. Love in Christ, Manley A MISLOCATED TEXAS in Cheney, Washington this season. SO I TOO AM AWAY FROM HOME. grins Manley F Pace USAF JAPAN/KOREA/PHILIPINES 50-54 Cheney, Washington 99004-1819 December 20 2003 11:43 AM May the Hand of God protect you! Your bravery does not go without merit! We are all praying for you and yours. Karen Kimble McCleansboro, IL December 20 2003 11:04 AM Thank you so much to all the troops who bravely defend the United States and make our world safe. I wish you all a happy and healthy new year. Cara Schomp Stow, MA December 20 2003 09:02 AM To the Hero's of our nation (our military)I say thank you for serving our nation and helping others throughout the world. I thank God for you and pray that you will come safely home to celebrate Christmas next year. May God bless you and keep you safe. Dick Brunelle Fredericksburg, VA December 20 2003 08:45 AM Thank you! Ellen DeKalb, TX December 20 2003 08:35 AM Thank you for serving so that we might have freedom in this country. I know that you would like to be home for Christmas, but just know that we are praying for you and God is with you. Look to HIM when times seem lonely as He is the great COMFORTER. GOD bless each one of you. Bobbie South Carolina December 20 2003 08:06 AM God Bless You all for keeping me, my family and our country safe in these hard times. Thank you isn't enough. All of America prays for you always, but especially during the holidays, when you are away from your country and loved ones. We love you, from the mother of 2 Marines. Christine Crawford Florida December 20 2003 07:59 AM from a nam vet, thanks guys, keep alert!! lucky jenkins 69th sig battalion, vietnam 66-67 wildwood, florida December 20 2003 05:52 AM THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY BRO'S ! STAY SAFE!! AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL ... Joe Vietnam Vet 1965-71 New York, USA December 20 2003 02:37 AM Our love and prayers in thanks for your contributions and for your safety. Gene and Maryann USAF, Ret. Winter Park, FL December 20 2003 01:51 AM Thank you--my thanks and concerns are always with you Bill Taylor USN air '44-'48 Gautier, Mississippi December 19 2003 11:13 PM My prayers are with you all. Harrison Todd Marine Corp '75-'78 Vero Beach, Fl December 19 2003 10:20 PM Thanks to all of you for what you are doing for our great country. May you all get home safe and sound. Dave Mc Nulty Navy 1965-1069 Greenville Mi December 19 2003 10:01 PM We're proud of all the good work you are doing. Thank you so very much! Jim Heathcote USAF Pilot Georgetown Ohio December 19 2003 09:43 PM My thoughts are with you. I am very proud of all service men serving abroad. What you are doing is important and is blocking the efforts of some very evil efforts to spread their beliefs through terrorism through the world. I will keep all of you in my prayers each night, and also pray for the Lord's intevention to bring peace. Have a blessed Holy Season! Lawrence E. Townsend Jr. 6th Army 1960-62 Murrieta, California December 19 2003 09:11 PM Thank you! You are brave and incredible giving. Jennifer Arnau San Clemente, ca December 19 2003 09:01 PM Thank you for keeping us safe. Thank you for being you and all that you do. God bless you and have a safe Christmas. Carrol Todd Vero Beach, FL December 19 2003 08:48 PM Many thanks to all of you for protecting our freedom. Your courage and commitment to America is appreciated far beyond words. Thanks for fighting for your family and mine. You all remain in my heart and prayers each and every day. Thanks for being the most honored and loved soldiers any world would be proud of. Happy Holidays to you and your families. Elaine T Columbia, Missouri December 19 2003 08:44 PM We appreciate the fact that you are all volunteers, willingly making large sacrifices to protect this great nation and to preserve our freedom. We thank you and your families from whom you are separated. We pray for your safe return home. Bob & Mary Arnau USAF, Ret. Riverside, CA December 19 2003 07:14 PM I WISH I COULD SHAKE THE HAND OF EACH AND EVER ONE OF YOU AND PERSONALY THANK YOU FOR YOUR COURAGE AND SACRIFICE. I AM SO PROUD OR ALL OF YOU.YOU HAVE DONE A GREAT JOB AND NOW YOU HAVE CAPTURED THE RAT, I HOPE YOU WILL ALL BE HOME SOON WITH YOUR LOVING FAMILIES. GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND GOD BLESS AMERICA,THE LAND OUR BRAVE TROOPS KEEPS FREE. I AM PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN,BECAUSE YOU ALL MAKE ME PROUD. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL, IVA LEE BOHANAN ARANSAS PASS, TEXAS December 19 2003 05:45 PM Hi Guys and Gals! Just a note from the sister of a guy serving in the airforce. Thank you, and may God keep his hand on your shoulder. Peace be with you! KDBS Kristen Kingsport, TN December 19 2003 05:32 PM When I was much younger I was against any war, but as I matured, I not only supported a war against evil tyrants, but joined the Air Force to do my part as well. I still support to this day the most free Government in the world, and although I never dreamed that another government would ever attack us firmly believe that we should rid the world of non-free countries. Here for the grace of God are we, and why should we be the only people on Earth to have that freedom? I sincerely pray for your safe and quick return to this great nation. God bless you, your families and everyone who prays for you for the sacrifice you are making to ensure our continued well being. Sal & Lu Anne DiStefano Aircraft Radio / USAF 1962-66 Westminster, Maryland December 19 2003 02:23 PM Wanted to wish everyone serving our country a very Happy Holiday Season and to say THANK YOU for all that you do. I am proud to be an American and have you and those before you to thank for our continued freedom. Barbarann West Palm Beach, FL December 19 2003 02:12 PM Our prayers are to keep you safe and that you will soon return home to your family and friends. You are serving your nation during a very difficult time. We sincerely thank you for your sacrifice and wish you the very best during this holiday season. May God bless and watch over you. Ronnie & Carlene Furnas 1st Marine Division Vietnam 67-68 Sycamore, KS December 19 2003 02:04 PM You guys are hero's to me. I am 34 and I look up to each and every one of you. Keep up the fantastic work you are doing. Mick Bodine just a citizen Laurel Springs NJ December 19 2003 01:35 PM WE WOULD JUST LIKE TO THANK ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR STRENGTH, COURAGE AND PRIDE. WE WISH ALL OF YOU A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS. GOD BLESS, THE POLO FAMILY. DEBORAH AND AMANDA POLO WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA December 19 2003 01:28 PM I think of all of you often and pray for you and your families. Have a blessed holiday season and be safe. Terry Norman Baltimore, Md. December 19 2003 01:18 PM Our hearts are with you, your families and your new military family. Thanks for everything you have done to keep us safe. God Bless You. Ann Marie and Ray Chesney USAF, Vietnam '69-'73 Westminster, Maryland December 19 2003 01:14 PM Thanks for all you do, not only for America, but for the world. Vic Lammi Denver, NC December 19 2003 12:28 PM Thanks so much for being there..prayers from Greenfield Presbyterian Church, Berkle, Michigan will follow all of you! Judy Royal Oak, MI December 19 2003 12:21 PM May god continue to watch over all the troops and return them to their families and loved ones safely as soon as possible. JOHN COON US AIR FORCE STUTTTGART GERMANY December 19 2003 11:59 AM We sleep better under our blanket of freedom knowing that you are standing watch. Thanks you for your scrafices and God Bless! Kristina and Matthew Schmid 75th Mountaineirs Airborne Rangers Gulf War 91-94 Blue Springs Missouri December 19 2003 11:38 AM Don't believe all of what you read and hear in the U.S. media---most folks back home KNOW of your successes over there and believe that what you are doing DOES make a difference in keeping our country safe. You're doing us proud and we pray daily for you and your families and for your safekeeping and a quick homecoming. God bless each of you as we celebrate the Saviors birth. Merry Christmas! Bill Rehr USS Midway (CV-41) Vietnam Wheaton, IL December 19 2003 11:15 AM A night does not go by that prayers are offered for you. My four year old and I say a special prayer for your safety. Thank you for keeping our freedom. Blessings to you. Kathleen Ostrowski Sykesville, MD December 19 2003 11:03 AM I am proud to live in a country that shows such selfless patriotism to people of all nationalties. Freedom and self expression is taken for granted until we see how other people suffer under the oppression of tyrants. Thank you for doing such a great job. I know your loved ones are very proud of you. Susan O'Neil n/a Baltimore, MD December 19 2003 10:57 AM I hope all of you have a safe return. Everyone really appricates you giving your lives up to defend our country. Hope you have a nice holiday. We are all praying for you and your families. Colette Marriottsville, MD December 19 2003 10:13 AM We want to sincerely thank you for all that you do to protect us. We pray everyday for your quick and safe return and for your families' well-being. May God be with you. Thank you. The Coopers Westminster, MD December 19 2003 10:01 AM May the Lord bless you and keep you safe while you are away from home. There are not enough words to express how proud we are of you, and how thankful we are for what you are doing. You are in our prayers and we support you 100%. Thank you for protecting me and my family. Lee Ann Burney Nashville, TN December 19 2003 09:16 AM Wishing you a blessed Christmas and Happy New Year. My husband served in Vietnam for 2 1/2years-he knows what you boys are going through as he was 19 when he served. I am proud of him as I am proud all the soliders who are protecting our FREEDOM! Pam,Tony,Anthony,Meagan Cascio Husband-Vietnam Baltimore, Maryland December 19 2003 09:14 AM Thank you for willing to sacrifice your life for me. I pray for you often. Stay safe and come home soon. Rose Marie Baltimore, MD December 19 2003 08:45 AM Thank you so much for making the sacrafice to our country. May God keep you safe. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Lois Hartz Baltimore, MD December 19 2003 08:34 AM HAVE A SAFE HOLIDAY-HOPE ALL OF YOU WILL BE COMING HOME SOON. grace schaff finksburg, maryland December 19 2003 08:32 AM Thank you for protecting the USA, be safe, God Bless, you are in our hearts and in our prayers. The Boidys, Harry, Nancy Brandt&Lauryl Westminster Maryland December 19 2003 08:31 AM We are proud americans and proud of you as men and women who go to war for our freedom and country. Our prayers are with you. We hope you are back home soon to your families and love ones. Happy holidays! Best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2004! Steve, Joyce, Gary, Kathleen Hertsch Westminster, MD December 19 2003 08:21 AM God bless you troops and a big thank you! I pray daily for your strenght, protection, and peace. Hooah! Greg Poulos Canton, MI December 19 2003 06:02 AM Thank you all for everything you are doing. May God bless you and keep you safe. Hurry home! Andrea Attebery Portland, OR December 19 2003 01:39 AM We send our prayers and best wishes to all of you this Holiday season. We know you would much rather be home with your families but are giving up that time to make sure our families here at home remain safe. We are so proud of you and what you are doing. Please do not pay any attention to the media. They are not the voice of the people of this country. All my friends and neighbors , my community and my county are in full support of your efforts. We thank you for being so vigilant. We thank you for getting Saddam! Merry Blessed Christmas and a very Happy and Safe New Year! Valerie Pena Lakeside, Coos County ,Oregon December 19 2003 12:55 AM Thanks so much for all you've done from one that appreciates the work that you do to protect us. Cathie Laughlin Tyler, Texas December 19 2003 12:26 AM Thank you so much for everything that you are doing for me, my family, and our country. I believe in God and I pray to Him everyday that He will watch over and protect you all. You are so incredibly brave and deserving of the thanks of every American. I am so proud that we have fine, up-standing soldiers to represent our country. May God Bless you and your families today and everyday for the sacrifice that you are making. I don't even know you, but I love you and pray for you. The Pearson Family DeLand, FL December 18 2003 10:58 PM Merry Christmas to all who are away from home this Christmas. My husband is one of them serving over in Afghanistan. SSG O'Neil I love you lots and can't wait for you to come home. I'm so proud of you! Thank You to all in our armed forces. We appreciate what you are doing more than you now. Take Care! Sarah O'Neil Omaha,Ne December 18 2003 10:38 PM Seabees, MCB-121, I Corps, RVN, 67-69. War is hell any way you slice it. I am proud of you and your unit's accomplishments. Great work under extreme conditions.Stay cool, calm, and collected.May God continue to bless you and your fellow troops in whatever comes next. Bob Martens JOCM, USN (Ret.)..30+yrs. Indianapolis, IN December 18 2003 09:59 PM God Bless all of our service men and woman that are doing a world class job of defending our country,as well as all the world, and once again showing the bad guys that we aren't paper tigers and will use any means to protect our great country and our families. May you all have a safe and speady return to your loved ones. You have my prayers and my hartfelt thanks for the great job that you are doing. You make us very proud. John Stong 2nd Div. Korea '53-54' Orange,Ca December 18 2003 09:51 PM We think of you all serving our country every day. Our flag flies daily in our yard to honor you and your sacrifices. God Bless You! Johny & Georgeann Gooding Seminole, TX December 18 2003 08:57 PM Your SACRIFICES WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.Stay save hope you get home soon Jay Chartier Jay Chartier Louisiana December 18 2003 08:45 PM Dear Service Men and Women, Just a note to say Thank You for serving this great country of ours. I pray for your safety everyday. I hope you have a safe, happy holiday season. I realize that you are far away from family and friends and I wanted you to know that there are many people that are supportive and thankful and are praying for your safe return. Freedom is not free and every person in this country should praise your service. I know all of my family and friends do!! Thank you again and God Bless You! Candria Crisp Atlanta, GA December 18 2003 07:41 PM Thanks for all your hard work keep up the spirit. God bless you and bring you home safe. Manuel A. Rodriguez USMC San Antonio, Texas December 18 2003 07:05 PM Thanks for protecting our freedom. God Bless you & keep you safe! Janna, Sam & Cole Allison Clayton, NC December 18 2003 06:36 PM dear guys how can anyone say how thankful they are. to have such great men. like you out their in the cold harsh lands. so alone and far from home. from your loved ones and your friends. this is what america is all about sacrificing. such as your doing. i want you to know how proud of you wonderful guys. we all our. how much you mean to us all. i would be so proud to have any of you write me email. or if there is any thing i can send any of you fellows. please just ask. or if you get home and need a warm bed and a home cooked meal. my wife and i. would be happy to have you any time any where. your freind david c hubbard dch2031a@aol.com. our door is always open god bless and thank you. david c. hubbard dallas texas December 18 2003 05:31 PM Thank you all for your daily acts of sacrifice and courage. We appreciate all that you do and all that you give for your country. Stay safe and God bless. Merry Christmas! Alisa Wilhelm Kentucky December 18 2003 04:51 PM I want to thank all the men and women who are serving over the holidays, although I don't agree with the war I support all our troops and hope for a safe return. Thank you all for protecting my daughter and I. Happy holidays Margot Schrader Manchester, New Hampshire December 18 2003 02:02 PM Thank you for serving the United States of America. We are proud of you and your effort to protect our great Nation! May God bless you and keep you in his faith. Tony, Teresa, Carrie & Jami Sanborn Independence, Kansas December 18 2003 12:46 PM Thank the Good Lord for all of you brave men and women who are willing to defend our country. It is because of you that we have the freedom to send emails such as this. We pray for you daily. God Bless you one and all and God Bless America! P.S. For all of you soldiers from the great state of Tennessee, Go Titans!!! Mark Burney Nashville, TN December 18 2003 12:44 PM May We all Thank you for what you are doing, We Pray you will keep up the good work you are all doing . WE want to thank Mr. Bush for standing up for our rights and FREEDOM, And never run to an other country or LOWER our FLAG for anyone ever again. Thank You All From the bottom of our harts. From the Veterens of the Va Hospital All Branches Manchester Hospital December 18 2003 12:30 PM Thank You for fighting for our Freedom. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You and keep you safe from harm. Kyle Knight Gaylodsville, CT December 18 2003 12:21 PM This is from Graham F. Matthews Sr USAF, Leonard A.Boudreau Army WWII, and Clayton Cottn WWII, James Hayford Army Veitnam, James Brown USAF Korea,Ralph T. Stolze Army Korea, Thanks to (all) our men a women From American and other countries that stand for FREEDOM. Thank You All: may God Bless and keep you safe.May God Bless the familys that hove given up a loved one for all of us. Graham F. Matthews Sr USAF Sac. Rochester NH December 18 2003 12:20 PM Thank you so much for the work you are doing. You are in our thoughts and prayers, especially during this holiday season. May God Bless and keep you safe, and bring you home soon. Karen Hutchins Phoenix, AZ December 18 2003 12:19 PM All of you are in my prayers every night before I go to sleep. May God watch over each and everyone of you and bring you home safe and sound. Cindy Sydlowski Phoenix, AZ December 18 2003 12:19 PM May God Bless each and every one who serve our Country. Shirley Watkins My son is( Navy) Conyers, Georgia December 18 2003 11:47 AM I pray that God watch over each and every soldier - regardless of where you may be serving your country. God Bless You - Where ever you are!!! Nancy Reynolds Silver Springs, Florida December 18 2003 10:44 AM Thank you all so much for the personal sacrifice that you are making. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers. You are doing a terrific job! Karen Parr-Day Warner, NH December 18 2003 10:25 AM Just wanted to let all of our servicemembers who cannot be home for the holidays know that we are thinking of you. God Bless you and Happy Holidays!!! Benjamin & Deborah Tate 3ID Ft. Stewart, GA December 18 2003 10:17 AM I would like to thank all service members and their families for their unselfish and devotion to duty. Thanks to you we can all enjoy our freedom. Wish you you Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Your doing a great job. Thanks from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU!!. God Bless. Marvin Vietnam - '68-'69 Wichita, Kansas December 18 2003 10:01 AM Happy Holidays to all! Just a short note to thank you for the thankless job you do every day. My heart is there with you today, as it was yesterday, and will be tomorrow. Your country and its citizens loves you and needs you. Take care, be safe, see you soon. v/r Rebecca, CMSgt, USAF (Ret.) Rebecca Buesgen USAF Worldwide 1974 - 2000 Vacaville, California December 18 2003 09:51 AM Just can't thank you Men & Women enough ! With each tough day, just know that you are continuing to make the United States of America the greatest Nation on Earth ! and giving the future of Iraq the chance to enjoy a free life as we know it. God Bless each and everyone of you, thanks for making us PROUD, YOU ARE*** AMERICA'S FINEST*** THANKS FOR EVERTHING ! Ed & Mirian Duncan Ed Duncan E Troop 1/1 Cavalry Viet Nam 69-70 Pleasanton, Ca. December 18 2003 09:47 AM Words cannot express our heartfelt gratitude for what you do for our country and those around the world!!!! We have the utmost admiration for all of you who serve our country and have done so in the past, as well! May God Bless each of you and your families and keep you safe and well! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! George, Robin and Allison Ingle Effingham, NH December 18 2003 08:20 AM Thank you for all that you do to serve our country. May God richly bless each of you. We are praying that God will protect and strenghten you as you face each day. Byron & Kathy Addison Tickfaw, Lousiana December 18 2003 08:11 AM I want to thank all of you for the fine job that you are doing defending our country. You are all an inspiration to all of us here. I pray for you and wish you safety during your tour and return to the United States. Love to all of you. Susan Bradford Houston TX December 18 2003 08:09 AM Thanks to all of you for making us feel so protected during the holidays and throught the year. God Bless you all! Elaine Connolly Elyria, OH December 18 2003 08:00 AM Thank you so much for protecting our country! My husband and son were unable to, because of health reasons. Bnt I have a grandson that is planning on joining soon as he gets his diploma. Our prayers are with you in each battle you face. God bless America and our troops where ever they are! Wilma & Dale New Carlisle, Ohio December 18 2003 07:35 AM Our prayers continue to go out to each and every one of you. Thank you so very much for all you do for our wonderful country. I know it has to be hard for all of you to be so far away from home...as I would tell my son while he was in Iraq for 8 months...whenever you get lonely, look up at that moon and remember that the same moon shinning down on you is shinning down on your loved ones too...God bless you, it is people like you that make our country what it is. THANKS Maryanne Swisher DuBois, PA December 18 2003 06:41 AM Thank you from our family. You have our support, our thoughts, our prayers and our gratitude. Come home safely and God bless you!!! Katie and John Baldwin Army-Vietnam '67-'69 (John) Yankton, South Dakota December 17 2003 11:57 PM We are thinking of you all especially this time of the year. Try and keep happy cheerful thoughts about yourselves. We do not know if you here often enough that We are very proud that you are over there keeping Us safe over here.We love you all and wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!! may God Bless you all!!!!!!!!!!1 Jeff, Bonnie, Adam, and Tyler Lynch Palmyra, Va December 17 2003 11:55 PM Had 21/2 years overseas with one leave- Know what you are going through and I say a prayer for you each day but occasionally a group gets the job of protecting our mothers,sisters, girlfriends ,boyfriends and families and for me it was an honor- I hope it is for you too Bob Westrom Navy 42-45 West Chicago,Il December 17 2003 11:01 PM Bob December 17 2003 10:56 PM From an old soldier, keep your weapon clean and take care of your men. Gods Speed soldiers. U.S. Paratroopers -- Victory or death David Hawthorne 101st Airborne Desert Storm '84-'92 Reedsville, OH December 17 2003 10:03 PM Because of you we sleep well at night. Thanks to all of you for keeping us safe, may God keep you safe in return. Darrell & Norma Hawthorne U.S. Navy -'54-'58 Long Bottom, OH December 17 2003 09:59 PM im sorry you can't come home for christmas, but know that we appreciate everyone so much. keep each other company in times of need.we love you and we pray for you!!! MERRY CHRISTMAS :) tasie okc,ok December 17 2003 03:37 PM I am proud of my Dad's service in WW II and am very thankful and proud that you also are sacrificing your safety and comfort to protect our country (and others) from a disillusioned and misguided tyranny. May God keep you safe and bless you this Christmas. You are in our prayers. Kim Weisbrod Fort Worth, TX December 17 2003 01:30 PM I just want to thank you all for what you are doing for our country. You just amaze me. I sit in the comfort of my home getting ready for holidays and feel guilty at times for all you are doing for us. Thank you! God will bless you for your sacrifice. He is ultimately in control. I pray you all know Him. Thank you and try to have the best holiday you can without family. We are praying for you. God bless you and America!!!!! Deana Bortz Shelby Twp. Mi. December 17 2003 01:23 PM Thank you so much for all that you do! My God bless you and your families for keeping us and the world safe. Merry Christmas! Rhonda Harrington Sanford, NC December 17 2003 01:04 PM I'm still not convinced we should or need to be there - but as long as we are, I am proud of the men and women that are representing us in our armed forces. You ARE our best and brightest, and I hope you are home SOON! Peace & blessings to you during this Holy time of year. Rev Curt Miner Clarion, Iowa December 17 2003 11:36 AM Our thanks and gratitude to all of you who are serving their country and keeping us safe. May you be protected and kept safe in Gods name. Thank you all and God Bless! Sandy Cantleberry Massillon, Ohio December 17 2003 11:29 AM Happy Holidays to all of you fighting for us....God Bless you all! Pat South Lyon, MI December 17 2003 11:14 AM Greetings! And THANK YOU, those words simply do not express the gratitude we feel towards you for your service. Please know that we are praying for you, your families, that God Almighty would sheild you as you shield us and that you would know the depth of His Love for you, and the depth of our love and admiration for all that you do and for who you are for our country. God Bless our troops and God Bless the USA! The Kilcoyne Family: Daniel, Nicci, Jordan, Noah & Judah The Kilcoyne Family Harrison Township Michigan December 17 2003 10:53 AM Mitch served in Korea near the DMZ after the war. It was still treacherous at that time. We both appreciate all you are doing, and pray daily for you, your families, and your leaders. May God Bless You, and come home safely. Mitch & Cindy Mitchell Korea Colorado Springs, CO December 17 2003 10:34 AM There is no way I could ever thank each and every one of you for what you are doing over there. My heart breaks because you are not here in your own homeland...not just because of the holidays but just because. You all have touched my heart in too many ways to count. You all are very brave and please believe me when I say you are loved and thought of by many. May God Bless each and everyone of you and I pray for everyone's safe return. I'll keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers until you come back home...my yellow ribbon on my porch has weathered the storm so far and it will remain until everyone is back with their loved ones in our country...The Greatest Land of All...God Bless The USA. Pam Lemon Cross Lanes, WV December 17 2003 10:17 AM There are very few words that can even begin to express the gratitude we owe you for your service to this Country and the World. I have a great deal of sadness that you are all not able to be with your families during this holiday season and Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your continued protection. You and your families are in my prayers. God Bless and Happy Holidays! Kandi S. Terry Albany, New York December 17 2003 09:36 AM There are very few words that can even begin to express the gratitude we owe you for your service to this County and the World. I have a great deal of sadness that you are all not able to be with your families during this holiday season and Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your continued protection. You and your families are in my prayers. God Bless and Happy Holidays! Kandi S. Terry Albany, New York December 17 2003 09:36 AM I just want to give my thanks to all of our Servicemen today and yesterday. Without all of you we would not have freedom in the USA. Wish you were all home for the holidays and with family but your doing what you feel is best and that is protecting our country. So Thank You one and all for a excellent job you are doing. Carol Ann Rohnert Park, California December 17 2003 02:20 AM God Bless the soldiers and their families who are enduring separation at this time of year to fight for freedom in other lands. And bless all those at home who provide support, or are waiting to be shipped out. It takes a lot of strength to continue with daily life when a part of your family is missing. Best wishes for happy holidays to all of you. Pam Grass Valley, CA December 17 2003 01:37 AM I can't tell you how much I appreciate your bravery and sacrifices ... to be away from home and family at any time of the year must be difficult, but especailly at Christmas. I am so proud of the job you ALL are doing. I pray daily for your safety, asking God for a hedge of protection for you all. Sue Minnesota December 17 2003 01:18 AM Many thanks to the young men and women serving the nation. You have joined a long line of those who have made a differance in the world. May God bless you. LTC and Mrs. Garrington 2/3 FA 3AD Germany Quad Cities, Iowa, USA December 16 2003 11:18 PM I want to wish all the men and women, A blessed Holiday season, Merry Christmas and a Happy new year. Despite the facts in all this, the soldiers and always done there job. I can't know how any of you feel about the fact that we have in office the first President with a criminal record, and one of the biggest liars that ever was in there. I guess that it is funny to most that his and his driving record has disappeared, but maybe next election, we will elect some drug dealer, and scum of the earth person, after all that seems to be the trend here in the states. Any way....you guys don't have to deal with what the world thinks and what is right or wrong. You just have to do your jobs. And I do hope all return home safe. Orpheus inlisted in the navy '73 Atlanta , Ga December 16 2003 10:08 PM We do not have the proper words to send our deep and grateful thanks to you. We can't wait for your return to the USA so we can show you our appreciation in person. Please be careful and return to us soon. God bless each of you. We will keep you in our prayers. Frank & Sylvia McDonald Pflugerville, Texas December 16 2003 09:29 PM God bless you each and every day for efforts in freedom for Iraq. We are so proud of you in whatever position you may hold. Know that we have put you in prayer for a safe return soon, and, a peaceful holiday season. We're with you in heart and spirit! Ken and Karen Bishop 4th Infantry Div. Vietnam 1969-70 St. Louis, MO December 16 2003 08:57 PM Wishing you all God Speed! We're so proud of each one. Emily DIckinson once said, "We never know how good we are, until we are called to rise!" We see you all VERY good! God bless you and we thank you for your service! Joe & Beth Davie Air Force Rockledge, Fl. 32955 December 16 2003 08:53 PM What you are doing is the toughest job that there has ever been in the history of the world. I know how hard it is to be far away from everything you know and everyone you love. God bless you, and know that we pray for you every day, and that our church offers prayers every Sunday for your safety. Dave Thomas USAF 67-71 Ogden, UT December 16 2003 08:48 PM Thank you for your dedication to what this country stands for, thank you for your sacrifice, thank you for every hardship you endure so that we don't have to. There would be no America and no freedom if not for courageous and selfless men and women like you. May God bless you and the families you left behind, this holiday season and always, and may He bring you home safe. God bless you, and God bless America! Hoo-rah! Marsheila Rockwell-Menez Navy wife SoCal December 16 2003 07:28 PM You are in our thoughts daily. It is only because of you that we can feel safe here at home. Your strength and valor that keeps you there makes us feel very proud you belong to us (USA) We pray for your safe return and we are grateful to you and your families for all you are doing for us. Please accept our wishes for you and yours for a Blessed Christmas and New Year. Roy & Freda Eason Redwood City, CA. December 16 2003 06:39 PM BEING AWAY IS SO HARD. BUT YOU AND ALL SOLDIERS ARE TO BE ADMIRED AND HONORED. DOING WHAT YOU DO IS HARD. MY SON CAME HOME FOR 2 WEEKS AND HAS GONE BACK. THAT WAS VERY DIFFICULT. BUT WE TREASURED EVERY SECOND HE WAS HOME. I THINK WE FED HIM TOO MUCH THOUGH. STAY FOCUSED AND KNOW THAT YOU ARE LOVED AND MISSED BY ALL. AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. JEANETTE MOTHER OF ARMY SGT.JOHN SMITH NEW CANEY, TEXAS December 16 2003 06:03 PM Get the job done and come on home! We are very proud of everyone of you. GOOD LUCK!! Fred J. Engel USN '46-'47 Fairfield December 16 2003 05:55 PM WE were in North Africa and we were young and did not have the training that you have had and we had to learn on the job so to speak. We had good teachers for the Germans had been fighting for some time, I say that to say this, the sand and heat was as close as I can come to as to what you are going through. We learned to keep the sand out of our weapons so you do the same and with God's blessings he will see you through. Bill Bill Glenn Army: Combat Engineere WWII Irving, Texzs December 16 2003 05:04 PM Words can’t even begin to express the appreciation we have for putting your life on hold so that you may serve our country. I feel such a swell of pride each time I see your faces in the news. We are so proud of the incredible job you have done. I pray that God will protect you and that you are able to come safely home. Thank you, and may God bless you! Mary Chapel Bosque Farms, NM December 16 2003 05:01 PM Hey soldiers brave and strong THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for your endless dedication to this great country. If ya want to email me back please do so. YOu have my and my families support always. Nannette Broussard Arnaudville La. December 16 2003 04:49 PM Tyson, it is a privilege and honor to be able to say thank you in such a personal way to someone who has given so much to defend and keep America free from terrorism. You and all of our men and women who serve are in my prayers each night. My heart hurts for those lost and fear for those still in the midst of such physical danger and bodily discomfort, yet it also has such pride for what you do and for what you have given up. This message comes on the heels of the capture of Saddam, which only confirms that what you do is making a difference. THANK YOU! I LOVE YOU ALL! PLEASE BE SAFE AND COME HOME SOON! Merry Christmas and know that for those who support you, you will not be far from our thoughts! Carol J. Gaston Colleyville, TX December 16 2003 03:51 PM I want to thank each and everyone of our service men and women who have sacrificed so much for people like myself. I would also like to thank your families who will not be able to have your presence during the holiday season. Again THANK YOU! Sherry Mosheim,TN December 16 2003 03:27 PM Every ONE of you men & women serving across the World - ROCK! Thanks to ALL of our troops who BROUGHT SADDAM IN!!!! CONGRATS ON A JOB WELL DONE - FOR ANY TROOP WHO SERVES ONE, SERVES ALL!!!! THANK YOU ALL! GOD BLESS THE USA!!! Roy Smith Gallatin, TN December 16 2003 03:08 PM Thanks to all of you for leaving home & families to serve your country across the world. During this holiday season & EVERY DAY that you serve, THANK YOU from our hearts!!!! Trish Smith Gallatin, TN December 16 2003 03:05 PM I would just like to say "THANKS"! I am a 30 year old single mother of 4 who realy appreciates everything our service men and women, presnt and past have done for not only us here in the US, but others around the world. People just don't seem to understand exactly how much you guys do for everyone. I do! And once again, thanks you so much! May you all be as blessed, after all, our service men & women are OUR blessings. Celica Jonesboro, AR December 16 2003 01:23 PM Thank you for all you are doing for us! jim schmitt 7th AAA WW2 Marines riverside, ca December 16 2003 12:01 PM You are in our prayers every morning and every night. We thank our Heavenly Father for your courageous spirit, your love of freedom and dedication to your fellowman, and your sacrifice. We pray for the Holy Spirit to guide and direct you and to bring you home to us. We pray for your families that they may be comforted and filled with hope and peace. We love you! Thanx!!! Connie Black Myers none Bernalillo, NM December 16 2003 09:55 AM God bless America and our Troops. I pray for peace and a safe return for you all! Thank you. Michael, Kelly, Grace and Lizzie Minor Colleyville, Texas December 16 2003 09:28 AM Thank you for all that you have done for our country. You are all in our prayers for a safe return home. Merry Christmas!!! The Primo Family Menands, NY December 16 2003 09:25 AM No greater love has anyone than this, to lay down his life for his friends. You are truly doing a work for God by keeping us safe. God bless you and keep you all in His care. We owe you a debt we cannot repay. Suzanne & Brian Noon son serving in in AF in Korea Birmin December 16 2003 09:21 AM There are no words that I can think of to express to you how very grateful I am that the United States has such fine men and women as those of you who serve in our Armed Forces. Because of you and others like you, past and present, we will remain free. Hopefully that kind of freedom will be afforded to others because you choose to serve. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. May God truly bless and protect you. I pray that you all come home safely very soon. Linda Sparling Albuquerque, NM December 16 2003 09:14 AM I just want to thank all of our soldiers and veterans for fighting to protect our freedom and our way of life. Know that you are fighting (or have fought) for what is right. Without your sacrifices, America would not be the great country that it is today and will continue to be for generations to come. Scott Hurt Hartford, CT December 16 2003 09:04 AM MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL SOLDIERS SERVING THEIR COUNTRY TO PROTECT US. WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU. MY SON IS STATIONED IN MOSUL, IRAQ WITH THE 108TH MP COMPANY Sue Spain Memphis, TN December 16 2003 08:34 AM Thank you for Everything. With every heartbeat,you are closer to home. Keep each other safe and come home to us,we'll be waiting and cheering. Love you Oodles!! Deb Debralynn Watertown,MA December 16 2003 08:19 AM Keep up the great work! Thank you for all of your dedication. Pray for each and every one of you. Richard Bostian ARMY Monticello, AR December 16 2003 08:13 AM Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this Holiday Season. We wish you well and pray for your safe return. Linda LaPlace Woodbridge, VA December 16 2003 07:32 AM God Bless each and every one of you. Because of you we remain free, and I thank you for that. Freedom is not free, and all of you are paying the price for it. There are no words to express the pride and gratitude I have for all of you, and I know I am not alone in the way I feel. Ramona Lightfoot Tulsa, Ok. December 16 2003 06:13 AM HELLO ~ OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU "ALL" CONSTANTLY! YOU HAVE ACCOMPLISHED SO MUCH AND WE PRAY THAT YOU "ALL" WILL BE HOME SOON. YOU ARE HERO'S ~ MAY GOD BLESS AND PROTECT YOU ALL EVERY SINGLE ONE OF YOU ! ALWAYS, LYNN -TONYCANESSO Anthony - Lynn Canesso Cape May, New Jersey December 16 2003 02:22 AM We are thinking about you this Holiday Season. You effort and sacrifice is not in vain. You are appreciated by so many and I thank you for the unselfish job you are doing! Debbie Whittier CA December 16 2003 02:13 AM I am 10 years old and wanted to tell you that I am proud of all of you for helping to keep a safe place for me and my family. I am proud to be an American. Every since 9-11 I am telling me that I am a proud American I never really thought about it before that time, and it takes the people like you all to help us stay free and not have another 9-11. Thank you all. And thank you for catching the bad men. Christopher Bakersfield, CA December 16 2003 02:06 AM We support you and our prayers are with you daily. Thanks for keeping America free. We are so grateful to all of you serving in the military. TJ & Margaret TJ served in the US Navy Vietnam Ridgecrest, CA December 16 2003 01:40 AM We support you and pray for your safe return. Thank you! Paul and Judy Midland, MI December 16 2003 01:36 AM Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Thank you for being there for our country. Patsy and Ray Seay McGregor, Texas December 16 2003 12:26 AM I pray every day that all of you will get back in one piece. Glen LaFave Ocean Park Wa. December 15 2003 10:09 PM There are no words that acurately express my gradtitude. A million thanks, I pray for you every day and night. Denny Bissell Pryor, OK. December 15 2003 10:06 PM We are so grateful to everyone in the military, where ever you may be serving, that you are working to protect our freedom that we may always be free. Sincerely, The Wrens Norma & Chalmer Wren Chalmer is retired USAF Midland County, TX December 15 2003 08:49 PM CONGRADULATIIONS ON YOUR JOBS WELL DONE. MAY EACH AND EVERYONE OF U BE HOME SOON! THANK YOU & BLESS U ALL! Debbie & Greg Tucker akron/Canton, Ohio December 15 2003 06:52 PM God Bless You for what you are doing for our country. We Support You Heather & Violet Scholbe, Jess Kirkland Moscow, ID December 15 2003 05:29 PM Congratulations for a job well done... we are extremely proud of each of you. Our prayers are constantly being channeled to each of you. May God watch over and protect each of you. We will be thinking of you all most especially as we celebrate Christmas. We will light several dozens luminarias on Christmas Eve to light the way for our Holy Family ... the luminarias will represent (you)our soldiers abroad. We also still have yellow ribons tied to our trees ... the ribbons will not be removed until all of you are home safe. Merrry Christmas and May God bless you all. Lyn Lydia Camacho-Romisher Albuquerque, New Mexico