So, I caved. Decided that a blog might be a good idea for a couple of reasons. Firstly, I tend to have some down time here and there and would really like to have a ''journal'' type collection of cool (or not so cool stuff) that will be going on. Secondly, this blog is a way to help share my experience, feelings and motivation behind my volunteerism with Adopt A US Soldier. This motivation was recently boosted (even more!) due to Mark's spark for troop and veteran support.
Team America? The combination of Kylie and Mark. Cheesy, yes, but the truth. Between the two of us we have spent a good amount of our time trying to rally up support for several different military support organizations. I have been a volunteer for Adopt A US Soldier for a couple of years and he has now joined in on the force. How we met? That is going to take up more than this one introduction blog but I can tell you one thing...he "walked" into my life unexpectedly.
Soldiers and Folgers; the two things that "keep us going." We strive to support the troops as best we can, and the coffee is a little extra to keep us fueled. Well, to be honest, to keep Mark fueled. I am not a coffee fan myself. He is easing me into iced mochas. The majority of every day has the fresh aroma of coffee, whether it be actual Folgers or whatever chicory he can get his hands on.
The soldiers are definitely the large driving force. Our armed forces deserve so much support and there are never enough thanks given. Our troops are making the ultimate sacrifice and stepping forward to serve while we are back home with our family and friends. The least we can do is recognize and express our appreciation for their service.
On Facebook today and yesterday, there was conversation about the post office and the somewhat frustrating environment it may be. There have been numerous occasion's when I am standing at the counter with ten care packages. I hear huffing and puffing behind me, as if I am inconveniencing everyone by shipping ten care packages. I ignore every time, but think the same thing over and over again. Can they really not sacrifice twenty minutes of their time to wait? Our soldiers sacrifice much more than just twenty minutes of their time. Sometimes I want to just be overly nice (possibly sarcastic) and turn to them to say, "Thank you for your support of our troops. While our soldiers are overseas serving our country, you are serving a small duty by waiting patiently as we send big *hugs* from home, in the forms of care packages."
I stood in line today to send a package to one of my soldier. I spoke to a young man that was mailing something but only had cash so he could use the machines. I told him I couldn't either because my package was going to a soldier. He told him that his brother had 2 tours in Iraq. He told me that he mailed care packages to his brother too and it was an important thing to do. I had not problem with the post master. As I left the post office I received looks of approval because others had over hear me andthe young man. We have our freedom be there men and women that are willing to step up to the plate.
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome! My most remembered post office visit was about 6 months or so ago. Was standing in line, mailing a few packages, when a lady behind me asked where they were going. I explained to her what I was doing and she paid to ship all the packages. She said that she would have the ability to get all of the items together for a package or to keep up with an adoption, but that the least she could do is help fund them getting there. She was the sweetest little lady, and I won't forget her!
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone else have any memorable post office visits?