What does it mean to "support the troops" - Page 3

justamom · #31 03-23-2003, 08:31 AM

ariesrising-thanks for the link!

There is a mother in AZ (I think) who is collecting baby wipes, lip balm, gum and suntan lotion for our troops.

I pray constantly for our troops, I WILL use that link! I WILL find a way to send them some necessities! The list of suggestions was really fantastic.

I WILL NOT comment on the right or wrong aspects of this war now that we are engaged. Heaven forbid I put a negative thought out there that would cause one single individual to hesitate at a moment when his/her life was on the line. They need 100% conviction in their purpose.

Blaire · #32 03-23-2003, 06:43 PM

How do I support the troops? By supporting my boyfriend. He was deployed 24 days ago... I support him by writting him a letter a day, praying for him constantly, and sending him care packages. I miss him so much it hurts...I also support President Bush and this war... I'm still not quite sure why we're at war, but I support Pres. Bush nonetheless.

Basically, I think prayer is the best way to support our troops. They're doing what they have trained to do...

God bless our troops and God bless America,
Blaire

#33 03-24-2003, 12:04 AM

Did anyone else see the segment on FoxNews today about this?

They said the Pentagon came out and asked that people refrain from sending unsolicited packages and letters to troops for safety reasons. They are encouraging those with family or friends to continue sending care packages and asked people interested in showing support to go through websites.

Kitso
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Blaire · #34 03-24-2003, 03:01 PM

Okay, I have a really dumb question...what does "unsolicited" mean? I guess I'm having a blonde moment!

Thanks,
Blaire

moe.ron · #35 03-24-2003, 03:18 PM

letters no expected or asked for. Sort of like a total stranger sending you a mail, that would be unsolicated mail. Then again I could be wrong.

Winterbloom · #36 03-24-2003, 04:39 PM

How do I support our troops?

I pray for them, daily. I speak up for them and the hardships they are enduring over there during debates and discussions about the war. I demonstrate quietly and peacefully to end the war and bring them home. I am everything a good Navy daughter ought to be--I love my country, I love my family and friends who've been deployed. I remain informed. I am there for my friends who are here at home with loved ones deployed. I listen to veterans and continue to support their cause with my votes and my voice.

This is how I support our troops, daily and with passion. May we know peace as rapidly as we knew war.

~Emma

Kevin · #37 03-26-2003, 09:22 PM

There's a thread here where it asks three questions:

1. Support Bush?
2. Support War?
3. Support Troops?

EVERYONE supports the troops. I'm assuming that people have their own definition of what that means. Do you support what they're doing? Or do you just have friendly feelings towards them and their sacrifice? Please elaborate on #3.

IowaHawkeye · #38 03-27-2003, 10:00 AM

my sister's boyfriend, who is in the U.S. Naval Academy, sent me this:

IT IS THE SOLDIER
by Charles M. Province

IT IS THE SOLDIER, not the reporter,
Who has given us freedom of the press.

IT IS THE SOLDIER, not the poet,
Who has given us freedom of speech.

IT IS THE SOLDIER, not the campus organizer,
Who has given us freedom to demonstrate.

IT IS THE SOLDIER, not the lawyer,
Who has given us the right to a fair trial.
IT IS THE SOLDIER who salutes the flag,
Who serves under the flag and
Whose coffin is draped by the flag,
Who allows the protester to burn the flag.
__________________________________________

My opinions about the war and Bush are irrelevent in this thread, but I do support our troops. They are going to work and doing the job they signed up to do - and I respect that. I know a few guys over there and I've been sending them cards/letters/packages. They're my friends so they know I support them fully.

ajuhdg · #39 05-10-2003, 12:58 PM

I just happened across this thread, and felt the urge to respond to it. I know that it is old, but it struck a chord and needs re-evaluating. Some of you may think that the war is over, but it is far from that. My husband was just deployed last Thursday, the 1st.

I have lived in Germany with my Army husband for the last two years. When talk of war in Iraq began, there was a great backlash against the president and others involved. And, please don't tell me that you don't think that the government had enough information to base their decision on, do you really think that they are going to tell you everything? Do you really WANT them to tell you everything? If you do, then you put people, like my husband in danger.

I am around soldiers daily, and the main concern was the way the people reacted. Do you realize how hypocritical saying, "I don't support Bush, but I support our troops." sounds. You are talking about these men and women's BOSS! The guys in my husband's platoon couldn't even watch the TV with all the celebrities talking $hit! They are supposed to be preparing themselves to defend the rights of these people? (Most of them could care less if they ever see Cheryl Crow or Martin Sheen again) I just don't think that people stop and think about how their actions effect these soldiers. These people CHOSE to join the military, and knew what the job entailed. However, morale is a big part of the battle.

So, I know that this post is rambling all over the place, but this topic hits very close to home. I have posted my feelings on other similar threads in efforts to inform people of how the other half lives. It really makes me sick to my stomach to hear people bash the government and then gush about soldiers. Why protest it? You can't do anything about it now.

For those of you very adamant about your opinion, call Susan Sarandon, she'd probably care more to here from you then a solidier would. But, you are free to have your opinion, my husband is in Iraq right now guaranteeing that.

aj

letmein25 · #40 03-16-2007, 07:23 PM

all good there.

?thats cool

letmein25 · #41 03-16-2007, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ajuhdg

I just happened across this thread, and felt the urge to respond to it. I know that it is old, but it struck a chord and needs re-evaluating. Some of you may think that the war is over, but it is far from that. My husband was just deployed last Thursday, the 1st.

I have lived in Germany with my Army husband for the last two years. When talk of war in Iraq began, there was a great backlash against the president and others involved. And, please don't tell me that you don't think that the government had enough information to base their decision on, do you really think that they are going to tell you everything? Do you really WANT them to tell you everything? If you do, then you put people, like my husband in danger.

I am around soldiers daily, and the main concern was the way the people reacted. Do you realize how hypocritical saying, "I don't support Bush, but I support our troops." sounds. You are talking about these men and women's BOSS! The guys in my husband's platoon couldn't even watch the TV with all the celebrities talking $hit! They are supposed to be preparing themselves to defend the rights of these people? (Most of them could care less if they ever see Cheryl Crow or Martin Sheen again) I just don't think that people stop and think about how their actions effect these soldiers. These people CHOSE to join the military, and knew what the job entailed. However, morale is a big part of the battle.

So, I know that this post is rambling all over the place, but this topic hits very close to home. I have posted my feelings on other similar threads in efforts to inform people of how the other half lives. It really makes me sick to my stomach to hear people bash the government and then gush about soldiers. Why protest it? You can't do anything about it now.

For those of you very adamant about your opinion, call Susan Sarandon, she'd probably care more to here from you then a solidier would. But, you are free to have your opinion, my husband is in Iraq right now guaranteeing that.

aj

christiangirl · #42 03-16-2007, 07:44 PM

By praying really hard that the President grows a brain and lets them all come home. My ex brother in law has been over there 3 times already. Even if he's a jerk who broke my sister's heart, I don't want him to die....

KSUViolet06 · #43 03-16-2007, 11:47 PM

I volunteer with the USO. With all the protests at troop's funerals and other ignorant things like that, it's important for these guys & girls to know that there are people out there who DO appreciate their service.

navane · #44 03-17-2007, 01:31 AM

KSUViolet06, volunteering at the USO is a great choice.

When it comes to community service, supporting the military is my main theme. I used to volunteer for Marine Corps Community Services at Camp Pendleton - we co-presented the homecoming events for Marines returning from the Middle East. These events provided a comfortable atmosphere for the anxious families while they waited. We provided a covered place to sit, food, drinks, etc. The events also allowed us the opportunity to offer a smile, a warm "welcome home" and a "thank you for serving" to the Marines whose families were not able to be there to greet them. It just breaks my heart when they return and don't have any friends or family present.

Presently, I continue to adopt service personnel who are still deployed (Yay! One just returned in February!). Also, I lend support to the area Army ROTC program.

Thanks, all, for supporting our service personnel. In a way, things have "quieted down" now; but they still need our support.

.....Kelly