Planet members and their kids serving in Iraq and Afghanistan need our support.

[BigRedChief]

I know of one member of Chiefs Planet getting ready to go to Afghaniastan. I know
another that has a son getting ready to deploy. Another that has a son already there. I propose that we raise money and ship some "goddies" over to the units where Chiefs Planet members or their kids are serving our country. To let them know they are not alone, that some of us back here in the USA appreciate their sacrifice and service.

I will personally pay all the shipping costs and coordinate the project.

I will pay all the paypal fees of the members who donate. If you donate $20 to buy goodies for the troops, $20 goes to the troops.

If you want to send a check, or some goodies yourself, donated items, PM me for a mailing address.

If you have a store that has items that would go in the care package and would sell those at cost and or donate, PM me.

100% of the money raised will go to purchase items for the troops. I will update this thread with the progress and post pictures of the "goodies" and items that will be shipped to the troops.

This is not a political thread or idea. The point is to support the Planet members or their kids on a personal level while they are voluntarily putting themselfs in harms way for us.

PM me for the paypal address. If you know of someone serving overseas, PM me and we will put them on the list to recieve a care package

Originally Posted by BigRedChief

A thank you card for the planet from the troops over in the sandbox.

Originally Posted by Jethopper

I just wanted to send a shout out to BigRedChief. Most of you don't know, but I am a grunt in the 82nd airborne and I am currently in Afghanistan. Yesterday, after a long week of field work, I came back to the FOB to recharge and what do I see? 2 care packages from BRC. Well me and my boys enjoyed the snacks and we thank you, bud. HOOAH

Hey BRC,

A few days after my wife checked with her brother's wife about this package, he was injured in an IED attack and sent home for medical treatment. Today we learned that his driver and the guy who took his place were both killed by an IED. It's a tough job these guys have (both in terms of personal risk and also in terms of dealing with the loss of close friends).

Thanks again for all the support you facilitate!

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Originally Posted by Barney Stinson

That's awesome news. Thanks to the new and continuing supporters that keeps this going. As a solider on the receiving side; it means so much to have complete strangers contribute to these packages. Its a moral victory, makes you feel noticed, affirmation. In some of the worst times I've ever experienced, a small note or package surprising me made the difference between being depressed and feeling validated. Agree or not for the reasons we're there, coming together and supporting the troops with their boots on the ground is a profound statement, and it does not go un-noticed by the troops receiving the packages. Don't make fun of what I'm saying, never in my life has a simple gesture made me feel so good and happy to be an american. Keep donating if you feel inclined, it matters more than you know to the troops receiving it.

[Ugly Duck]

Home is the sailor
Home from the sea
And home is the hunter
Home from the hill

My son-in-law is back from the Stan. Hats off to all who serve. And hear this Ode to Bin Laden..... "Asshole in the Sand" starts at minute 2:00

[Easy 6]

Much continuing gratitude & many kudos to all of our active duty servicemen/women.

Cant wait until 2013 when we can finally just let those damned neandrathals rape & shoot themselves into oblivion... our guys, gals & money are simply too good to waste on dead-end people like that.

[patteeu]

Originally Posted by D2112

Thats SHTSPRAYER in the middle in Afghanistan. ****ing crazy mofo joined the army in his 40's.

Are you serious? Wow, pretty incredible. He needs to get a ChiefsPlanet care package.

[2112]

Originally Posted by patteeu

Are you serious? Wow, pretty incredible. He needs to get a ChiefsPlanet care package.

Yes, Im serious. thats from his facebook page. I couldnt believe it myself. now I know why he hasnt been around.

[Easy 6]

That is outstanding, very best regards to madcrapper.

[BigRedChief]

Houston is having a parade to honor the Iraq war veterans tommorrow. Organized by the city. First one in America.

Who: US Military Veterans who served in Iraq or operations supporting OIF, current service members, and family members.
Where: Texas and San Jacinto (Downtown Houston)
When: April 7th @ 3:00 pm
The Lone Star Veterans Association will be participating in the Houston parade to honor the men and women who served in Iraq. Members of the LSVA and those who wish to join are invited to meet us at 3:30 at the corner of Texas and San Jacinto. Click here to view the parade route.

Mayor Parker and Houston Astros Owner and Chairman Jim Crane today invited all Houstonians to come downtown Saturday, April 7, 2012 for a welcome home parade honoring returning Iraq veterans. The parade, sponsored by the City of Houston in partnership with the Astros 2012 opening weekend festivities, will step off from the corner of Texas and San Jacinto at 4 p.m. and then proceed east on Texas to Crawford and then north (left) on Crawford to Congress, ending at Minute Maid Park.

“I want to thank Jim Crane and the Astros for joining with the city in planning this event,” said Mayor Parker.

“It is an opportunity to support and thank the men and women who have sacrificed their lives and time away from loved ones to preserve our freedom. We owe them a debt of gratitude and recognition that their service is appreciated. Please come show your support.”

“America and our military have always had a special place in the heart of baseball fans throughout the country and especially here in Houston,” said Crane said, “It's only fitting that we will celebrate these brave men and women with a parade that culminates with a ceremony at Minute Maid Park. We are honored to be asked by Mayor Parker and the City to be a part of this special event.”

At the end of the parade, the troops will proceed inside Minute Maid Park for a special on-field ceremony just prior to the Astros 6:05 PM game.
The Astros will provide free tickets to the uniformed parade participants and their immediate families.

View the Chronicle story about the parade.
View the press release from the Office of the Mayor.

http://lonestarveterans.org/

[BigRedChief]

Some more fake snow ordered for the troops.

Products ordered

SKU	Product	Item price	Quantity	Total
SISTVOFF1	Fake Snow 3gal Bag of Snow in Seconds	$9.99	4	$39.96
SISTVOFF1	Fake Snow 3gal Bag of Snow in Seconds	$12.99	1	$12.99

Subtotal:	$52.95
Shipping cost:	$21.99
Total:	$74.94

[LVNHACK]

Big Red...You know of any Marine or Army Cav units serving over there at the moment ?

Regards,


D.

[BigRedChief]

Originally Posted by LVNHACK

Big Red...You know of any Marine or Army Cav units serving over there at the moment ?

Regards,


D.

yes

[BigRedChief]

New packages going out to RJ's nephew and his unit in Afghanistan. 2 big packages of instant snow in this shipment.

[BigRedChief]

WTF, this falls off the front page in 5 mintues due to smartalec posts about Arkansas?

[Bowser]

Originally Posted by BigRedChief

WTF, this falls off the front page in 5 mintues due to smartalec posts about Arkansas?

You must be new here.

[BigRedChief]

Originally Posted by Bowser

You must be new here.

touche

[BigRedChief]

last bump only kept the thread on the front page for about an hour. One more to make sure all that contribute know of the new packages going out to RJ's nephew's unit in Afghanistan,

[BigRedChief]

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HHC,1-82nd CAB

I cannot thank you enough. My whole squad loved the jerky and seeds and the batteries were put to immediate use. Thank you and god bless

Some feedback for the planet.