During 2018 and into early 2019 "Soldier Support Packages" sent treat packs to the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade and continued with its support of the Special Operations Advisory Group.
As in years past, each time one brigade re-deploys, I adopt another and this year is no different. From Spring through Fall, we sent packages to teh 1AD CAVN and now with the holidays upon us, the new brigade is the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade. For those who do know, there is a constancy to my support -- Aviation Brigades!
Support and outreach continue to be overwhelming with people contacting me to see what I need for my treat bags. What incredibly generous and kind people in my world of friends and family. To those of you who have become an integral part of this project, without naming names, my heartfelt thanks for always being there.
I had the opportunity to attend Week of the Eagles at Fort Campbell this year and met of the soldiers who received packages throughout their deployment. Their comments were heartwarming as they expressed their appreciation, telling me how much a toothbrush, toothpaste, lotion, soap, snacks and more meant to them. The little things we take for granted mean so much when one is away from home, especially in harm's way.
The list remains the same as in years past:
Band-Aids
Band-Aids
Body powder/foot powder
Chap-stick
Coffee/Tea/ hot chocolate (packets)
Cough Drops
Eye drops
Eyeglass wipes
Female items
Gum-Sugar-free
Hand warmers
Hand wipes (anti-bacterial)
Hard Candy
Instant Oatmeal (packets)
Lotion
Mini bouncing balls
Money for Postage
Tissues
Notebooks (small)
Pens/Pencils
Powdered drink mixes (packets)
Q-tips
Razors (disposable)
Shampoo
Shaving Cream (non-aerosol)
Snacks –individual size
Toothbrushes and small caps for covers, Toothpaste, dental floss
Washcloths
Any and all contributions and outreach are welcome.
SAVE THE DATES OF FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25 AT "FRED 06825" AT 2439 BLACK ROCK TPKE, FAIRFIELD FOR SOLDIER SUPPORT PACKAGE DAY 2019. Stop in, say hi and bring something for the treat bags.
I am reachable at mcwein@outlook.com.
Carol S. Weinshel
