Sure is good to read all the good things you guy's have done. I know how it makes me feel...and also Joey. Thanks everyone!!

 

Just like everyone else I have to say WOW!! Good thing is I am going home soon but it's hard telling how long it will take to get out mail forwarded from here back home. Can't wait to post my pics! You guys are going to love them!!
SSGT Myers

 

To Joey, John and Robert,

Tom (mertztr) and I donated another $18 to give you guys an additional $6 phone card.

Expect emails very soon.

Bob

 

OK so I'm a little slow. I just read the thread and donated before I read any further than the first post. I hope you can still use the money for something!!

To the guys in service,

Don't let the antiwar, punk protesters get to ya. We're all behind you and greatly appreciate the sacrifice made by you and your families. You've made us all sooo proud!! It's an honor to call myself a member of a group you are part of. Come home safe and soon!

Nate

 

Saepius Exertus, Semper Fidelis, Frater Infinitas
Often Tested, Always Faithful, Brothers Forever

Woody
SSGT USMC (Retired)

 

I have been off the computer since Thursday. Been out of town. Would be more than happy to donate if this is done again.

To Joey, Rixham, and Lifer, You guys are the best. We are all proud of what you are doing for our country. Keep your chins up and keep up the good work. We are praying for all of you..

 

hey, i just saw this thread...what a great idea. i'm kinda bummed out i didn't get a chance to make my contribution, but maybe next time. and i gotta add in my thanks to you 3 guys for all the work you're doing overseas. very cool.

:tomcat:

 

Any chance of opening this back up? I was also out of town for the weekend with limited access. I would love to donate.

Joey, Lifer, Rixham - my family and I thank you for keeping us safe!!!

 

Cebby, Calrockx and Paul H:

Let me talk w/ the guys and see if we can re-open it.

Thanks,
Bob

 

Awesome idea guys...I'd be happy to kick in next round. Can't say how proud and grateful I am to know you guys are keeping us safe and doing a hell of a job. Be safe and Gods speed to you all.

 

I can't believe I missed this, but I didn't log on much over the weekend as well. Let us know if we're going to do another donation. We appreciate what you guys do for us back home. You guys take care!

 

Alright, well let me know by pm if you do...

 

I just donated It looks like this is a success

*EDIT* I Just finished reading the first page of the thread and noticed that it's already over. Oh well, I've already donated in case it's re-opened

-Braden

 

Wanted to let you guys know that after some research to get ahold of At&T I was able to use the card numbers and get ahold of my parents and talk for a bit longer than I had been able to in the past. I really appreciate your help and efforts in this! Still no exact time on getting home but hopefully soon!

 

1Runner!

Congrats, Todd!

For absolute transparency and disclosure of methodology in selecting the random winner, here is a screenshot:



Todd, please check out the Yotatech store, pick a hat, and email me or PM me your address.

Thanks!
Bob

Edit (4/23): forgive me for posting the last names of the contributors in Round 1. I apologize if any of you are being stalked by rabid anti-war protesters. My advice is if any one of them are performing a "Die In" on your driveway, just back up and plead ignorance

 

This is an awesome idea. Too bad I didn't notice this sticky until today. If there's a second round, count me in....Or, maybe just send them to the fellas and maybe have them just hand them out to some of their fellow soldiers that could use them.

Salue

 

I also donated offf the first post. See if we can add to their cards. Bob, Maybe edit the first post to show it is now closed.

David USMC 1974-1981
:tomcat:

Hey, We need a navy smilie.....I guess the tomcat is a navy plane

How about 1 specific to each branch of the services!

 

Ok guys, due to the requests we see on this thread, we're going to officially open the fundraiser for another round.

We am going to raise the goal to $140 this time to accomodate a 4th card which will go to a very "deserving" Marine on Woodbert's base in Okinawa, Japan. Woodbert is a retired Marine who is working on a US Navy base.

The random prize still will be up for random selection. Tom, Nathan, Braden and David: you guys are eligible for the hat too.

As of today, Wednesday April 23, 2003, the contribution fund stands at $45 (Nathan, Braden, and David's contribution). Thus, we need to collect another $95.

We respectfully ask again if you are to donate, donate straight from your checking account and not via credit card. That way we do not have to get charged credit card fees. If decide to donate from your credit card account, we will graciously accept it too.

Once again, thanks for your overwhelming generosity and I'll update the page within the next hour.

Thanks!
Bob, Corey and Chris

 

ROUND TWO BEGINS!

The webpage has been updated:

http://www.4runners.org/misc/phonecard

Already Tom (Mertztr) has evened up his original $9 contribution to an even $20. Thus, we need to collect an additional $84.00.

Keep it coming, guys!

Thanks for all your generosity and support,
Bob, Corey and Chris

 

Thanks for opening this up again...I'm in this time! Great idea, it's the least we can do to help our brave military people. Thank you!