Thank You From Afghanistan

I would like to say thank you for the care packages that I have received from Caring for Troops in the recent months. I have especially enjoyed items relating to Central Oregon as I am a 3^rd generation native of the Bend area.

I am currently serving with a Marine Expeditionary Unit in Afghanistan. Surprisingly the climate is very similar to the High Desert, though a bit warmer. Here in Kandahar it is slightly cooler than out to the west in Garmsir where our Marines are operating. Honestly, I can tolerate this heat better than the humidity of the east coast.

Compared to past generations that have served in our military we are quite comfortable here at Lamdajar.   Most Marines have access to the internet, a gym, multiple chow halls and two different coffee shops on base. As for the Marines in Garmsir, they are doing a great job at what they do best and that is defeat the enemy.

The treats you have sent have been shared with many Marines and, of course, they wanted me to thank you all for your support and thoughtfulness. Please keep us in your prayers and thank you again for everything.

Sincerely,

Scott

Here is a picture of an AH-1W Super Cobra's (that's what I fly) and UH-1N Huey's parked at FOB Bastion in Southern Afghanistan at sunrise.

Thanks Bend Trap Club...

comes through........helping CFT to raise nearly $3000 at their July 4th Grand Opening Trap Shoot. (This one event will cover our shipping costs for approximately 6 months)          *****Please be patient while pictures load below*****

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