May 8, 2007

SSOT,
Wow! You have outdone yourselves, our team received the five packages today and everyone was thrilled. We really appreciate the support especially in our situation living with the Iraqis on their base. The "urinal mints" were a great touch although it took us 30 minutes to explain to our local interpreters why we put candy in the bathroom if you can't eat it. I'm having a great time attempting to learn their language and culture, we can't make them American so our team chief told us to become Iraqi. The Iraqis we work with are extremely warm and giving. My buddy and I decided to play soccer with our Iraqi counter-parts in a "friendly game," we knew we were in trouble when they had a referee, two side judges, and about 200 Iraqi soldiers watching. Needless to say we were destroyed by the barefoot Iraqi Scout team, but it built some bridges. I hope all is well in Summit, take care and thanks again.

Greg Edgreen

May 2, 2007

To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to you in regards to the boxes of cookies you’ve sent. I wanted to thank you very much for sending them. They definitely put a smile on the Marines faces here and your graciousness is greatly appreciated. Again thank you.
Lcpl Rodgers, April Al Asad Semper Fi