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Name: Gina
Email: Ginamichellet@hotmail.com
Date: 11/30/05
Time: 20:55:59
To: Billy Kelly I think you are absolutely right. My husband is a very close friend of your brother and I know they both feel the same way. I couldn't have said it better myself.
Name: billy kelly
Email: like a nail
Date: 11/30/05
Time: 17:37:45
well laura hit it like a nail . its about time i see someone who will side with me.nothing against you all. my brother is in 173rd scouts and seems to think if the american people who support the troops and not the war could get there s... together they could be home right now.its like fighting mike tyson with your hands tied behind your back. because anything they do some moron in the states laying on his fat ass thinks its wrong . i think its time to turn the herd loose ..... no questions ask... piss on the public opinion lets get the job done and then bring them home..
Name:
Email:
Date: 11/30/05
Time: 13:38:56
Soldiers have a lot of moving parts. They require regular maintenance. They are human beings, not machines. They will do amazing things if they know you care about them.
Name: Annette
Email: anotoole2001@yahoo.com
Date: 11/30/05
Time: 11:22:21
A BIG thank you to the individual who posted the story link of A Company having tea. Ssg Haynes is my son and it did my heart good to see his name in print. I felt his frustration as well. The job our soldiers have been called upon to do is certainly not an easy one. May God grant peace and comfort to the hurting families of our fallen and wounded. We are here to support and pray...
Name: Laura
Email: L2872M@yahoo.com
Date: 11/30/05
Time: 10:57:48
I don't post much on here but I thought everyone would like to read this. I got it in an e-mail today. This is the best I have seen or heard about the war in Iraq. Don't Close Your Blinds - This one really makes you stop and think A letter to the Editor, in the Odessa American, Odessa, TX. The other day, our nine year old son wanted to know why we were at war ... My husband looked at our son and then looked at me. My husband and I were in the Army during the Gulf War and we would be honored to serve and defend our Country again today. I knew that my husband would give his a good explanation. My husband thought for a few minutes and then told our son to stand in front of our living room window. He said, "Son, stand there and tell me what you see?" "I see trees and cars and our neighbors' houses," he replied. "OK, now I want you to pretend that our house and our yard is the United States of America and you are President Bush." Our son giggled and said, "OK." "Now son, I want you to look out the window and pretend that every house and yard on this block is a different country," my husband said. "OK, Dad, I'm pretending." "Now I want you to stand there and look out the window and pretend to see Saddam come out of his house with his wife. He has her by the hair and is hitting her. You see her bleeding and crying. He hits her in the face, he throws her to the ground and starts to kick her to death. Their children run out and are afraid to stop him. They are screaming and crying. They are watching all this, but they can do nothing because they are afraid of their father. You see all of this, so. ... What do you do? "Dad?" "What do you do, son?" "I'd call the police, Dad." "OK. Pretend the police are the United Nations. They take your call. They listen to you explain what you know and saw, but they refuse to hlep. What do you do then, son?" "Dad, . . . . . . . but the police are supposed to HELP!" Our son starts to tremble and whine. "They don't want to help, son, because they say it is not their place or your place to get involved and that you should stay out of it," my husband says. "But dad, . . . he is killing her!", our son exclaims. "I know he is, son, but the police tell you to stay out of it. Now I want you to look out that window and pretend you see our neighbor, who you're pretending is Saddam, turn around and do the same thing to his children." "Daddy! . . . . he KILLS them?" "Yes, son, he does. What do you do?" "Well, if the police don't want to help, I will go and ask my neighbor to help me stop him," our son says. "Son, our next door neighbor also sees what is happening and refuses to get involved as well. He refuses to open the door and help you stop Saddam," my husband says. "But Dad, I NEED help!!! I can't stop him by myself!!" "WHAT DO YOU DO, SON?" Our son starts to cry. "OK, no one wants to help you, the man across the street - Saddam - saw you ask for help and saw that no one would help you stop him. He stands taller and puffs out his chest. Guess what he does next, son?" "What, Daddy? "He walks across the street to the old lady's house and breaks down her door and drags her out, steals all her stuff and sets her house on fire and then. . . he kills her. He turns around and sees you standing at the window and laughs at you. WHAT DO YOU DO?" "Daddy. . . . . " WHAT DO YOU DO?" Our son is crying and he looks down and he whispers, "I'd close the blinds, Daddy." My husband looks at our son with tears in his eyes and asks him, "Why?" "Because, Daddy . . . . the police are supposed to HELP people who need them. . . but these police won't help . . . . You always say that neighbors are supposed to HELP neighbors, but they won't help either . . . I can't look out my window and just watch him do all these terrible things, and, . . . . do nothing . . . so . . . I'm just going to close the blinds . . . .so I can't see what he's doing . . . . . . . and I'm going to pretend that it is not happening." This is too much for me. I start to cry. My husband looks at our nine-year-old son standing in the window, looking pitiful and ashamed at his answers to my husband's questions, and he says . . . "Son." "Yes, Daddy." "Open the blinds, because that man . . . he's at YOUR front door . . WHAT DO YOU DO?" Our son looks at his father, anger and defiance in his eyes. He balls up his tiny fists and looks his father square in the eyes, without hesitation he says: "I DEFEND OUR FAMILY DAD!! I'M NOT GONNA LET HIM HURT MOMMY OR MY SISTER, DAD!!! I'M GONNA FIGHT HIM, DAD, I'M GONNA FIGHT HIM!!!!!" A tear rolls down my husband's cheek and he grabs our son to his chest and hugs him tight, and says, ". . . it's too late to fight him, he's toostrong and he's already at YOUR front door, son . . . you should have stopped him BEFORE he killed his wife, and his children and the old lady across the way. You HAVE to do what is right, even if you have to do it alone, before it is too late," my husband whispers. THAT scenario I just gave you is WHY we are at war with Iraq. When good men stand by and let evil happen, son, thinking the greatest evil won't affect them, THAT is one of the greatest atrocities in the world." "YOU MUST NEVER BE TOO AFRAID TO DO WHAT IS RIGHT, EVEN IF YOU HAVE TO DO IT ALONE! BE PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN! BE PROUD OF OUR TROOPS!! SUPPORT THEM!! SUPPORT AMERICA SO THAT IN THE FUTURE OUR CHILDREN WILL NEVER HAVE TO CLOSE THEIR BLINDS . . . " GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!! Steven R. Chandler, CMSgt. 332 ELRS / Vehicle Management Flight Balad Air Base, Iraq This should be printed in every newspaper and posted in every school in America. Of course, that won't happen, so we'll use the Internet. If your blinds are closed, do nothing with this E-mail. If they are open, you know what to do.
Name: Cards for Matthew Steyart
Email: liz
Date: 11/30/05
Time: 10:17:19
I was given permission from Matthew's mother to post her address for anyone who would want to send a card. Nancy Steyart 625 Skibowl Dr. Mount Shasta Ca. 96067
Name: Cpl. Matthew Steyart
Email: Memorial service
Date: 11/30/05
Time: 08:24:30
http://www.estripes.com/article.asp?section=104&article=33339
Name: Kathy G
Email: ksgrigs@yahoo.com
Date: 11/30/05
Time: 05:27:57
Do we have an address to send cards to the family of Spc. Matthew Steyart other than the church address? God Bless Our Soldiers. Kathy
Email: mail question
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 20:46:22
I have sent 1 piece of mail insured & had no problems getting it to point B, but that was a while back. As for now, I just sent another expensive package, insured, today. I guess I will have to see if it makes it there. I inquired at the post office & they just told me to hold on to my P.O. receipt, the customs form, the insurance receipt, and the receipt for the purchase from the store. I'll keep my fingers crossed!
Name: 503rd Mom
Email: Mom
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 17:03:42
I live about an hour south of Mt. Shasta, in Chico Ca. I want to give my condolences to Spc. Matthew Steyart's family. Please know that you are in our thoughts.
Name: stacy
Email: ***
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 16:08:36
I will join the Antuna family in the 7 p.m. rosary from down here in the South. My deepest condolences on the loss of your soldier.
Name: James Bradley, CW3, US Army (Retired)
Email: Webmaster@173rdairborne.com
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 15:28:52
Friendly fire is a term used when an individual is wounded by us (the Good guys) by accident, in the heat of battle. etc, In the middle of a battle, one soldier cuts in front of another as he is shooting at the enemy, but he is accidentally shot by his buddy - Friendly fire) Army regulation allow the awarding of the purple heart for Friendly fire in the heat of battle (AR 600-8-22, page 9 paragraph 2-8)
Name: Question
Email: 1-508
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 13:44:13
Why thank you very much. Makes sense.
Name: from orgun
Email: ...
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 13:01:09
friendly fire is just when U.S. or coalition forces are shooting. any time when it is NOT the enemy fire.
Name: Suzie Antuna
Email: suzie_airborne_nani@yahoo.com
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 12:11:41
The Antuna Family Offer It's Deepest Condolences To The Streyart Family You Are In Our Thoughts And Prayers. Although We Are Unable To Attend Services For Your Son SPC. Matthew Steyart ~ We Will Be Praying The Rosary Friday December 2nd At 7:00p.m.
Name: Mom
Email: Mom
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 12:11:06
Has anyone had any trouble with insured packages. a very expensive package we insured and sent never made it. We filed all the forms with the post office, including receipts, and are now in a battle to get reimbursed. they apparently need something from the army and my son, who is in the middle of nowhere, etc. This is a nightmare. Has anyone else had to deal with this?
Name: Question
Email: 1-508
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 12:07:22
This might be a really silly question. But why do they call it friendly fire? I can't imagine it being all that friendly. Just wondering how it got its name. Maybe Mr.. Bradley can help on that. God Bless you all and our soldiers!!
Name: Kristeen
Email: k_van_esch@hotmail.com
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 09:16:57
To add to Patti's posting: There is an extra seat on the leg from So Cal too.
Name: Patti
Email: skysoldiersmom@hotmail.com
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 08:20:42
I would like to offer my condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Matthew Steyart - you are in my thoughts and prayers. There is a mom that is driving up from S. Calif and we will be meeting in the S.F. Bay Area to drive up for Spc. Steyart's services. If there is someone else from the Bay Area that is going, let me know and maybe we can ride together. WOMBATS - Stay FOCUSED, Stay TOGETHER, and STAY GOLD!
Name:
Email:
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 06:36:29
Soldiers have two families. The one they’re born into and the other that includes all the men and women with whom they serve.
Name: SJ
Email: keltmom@hotmail.com
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 06:04:50
We were very blessed to have our son home for the past two weeks and enjoyed every minute. When our daughter said the blessing at our Thanksgiving table our son - who normally never says anything - added at the end "please bless those that can't be with their families today". During his time with us it was almost like the roles were reversed. He checked the computer several times a day to see if there were any updates from his fellow soldiers and was extremely saddened to hear of the most recent loss. The love, concern, and caring that our soldiers feel for each other is admirable. It gives me comfort that even though our son is not with us he is with his other family - his fellow soldiers.
Name: Janice-Liana Waddell
Email: bviliana@hotmail.com
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 01:39:57
Well I took my husband to the airport this morning to go back to Afghanistan. So I had him for 2 weeks!!!!! Our time together was wonderful. Thanksgiving was bittersweet. We learned of Spc Steyart death the night before. Actually I saw it on this site. The look on his face when I read his name broke my heart. They were in the same platoon together. He showed me a pic of Spc Steyart that he had on the his laptop. So needless to say, although happy to be at home, he was quite ready to get back to his guys. I didnt know Spc Steyart, but my heart goes out to his family and friends. And of course to our boys over there in Bravo Company 1/508th. I keep telling myself we're in the homestretch. And pray to God the next few months go smoothly. To the families of all our fallen soldiers, May God Bless You, and be with you this holiday season and always. Your soldiers will NEVER be forgotten by me or my husband. God Bless Our Skysoldiers!!!!!
Name: Janice-Liana Waddell
Email: bviliana@hotmail.com
Date: 11/29/05
Time: 01:31:20
Well I took my hsband to the airport this morning to go back to Afghanistan. So I had him for 2 weeks!!!!! Our time together was wonderful. Thanksgiving was bittersweet. We learned of Spc Steyart death the night before. Actually I saw it on this site. The look on his face when I read his name broke my heart. They were in the same platoon together. He showed me a pic of Spc Steyart that he had on the his laptop. So needless to say, altho
Name: J's Mom
Email: kr1sc0@msn.com
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 18:56:39
MY SON IS HOME !!!!!!! His grandparents just picked him up from the airport and they are going out for fish tacos !!!!!! YIPEEEE!!!!!! 15 days is better than nothing !!! God bless all the sky soldiers and their families :)
Name: 1/508th
Email: A Company
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 17:02:42
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2002650678_afghanenemy28.html
Name: Paul Boerger
Email: paulboerger@usa.net
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 15:05:52
Services for Matthew Steyart will be held at Saint Anthony's Church located at 507 Pine Street in Mount Shasta Ca. A rosary will be held Friday, December 2nd at 7 p.m. with a Mass Saturday, December 3rd at 10 a.m.
Name: Christy Alipio
Email: christy.alipio@stjoe.org
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 13:51:28
I want to send a shout out to Sindy Beiderman of American Canyon, CA. She has been such a blessing to my son in 1/508. Sindy started a group called ACTS, American Canyon Troup Support. They support troops in Iraq and Afghanistan with packages many times a year. As I was getting ready to send my son a tree with ornaments and lights and all the rest of the stuff he called home to say he had already received one from Sindy. She works so hard and does it all with donations and I'm sure plenty out of her own pocket. So I just wanted to say THANK YOU SINDY! Check out the website at www.applepiepatriots.com and click on ACTS. Merry CHRISTmas and GOD bless to all, especially the men and women so far from home.
Name: Old Soldier
Email: whatever@yahoo.com
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 13:03:31
I am so sorry to leave LT Hines off my list - I went over that list three times to make sure I had everyone and the names were spelled correctly. I am sincerely sorry to the Hines family - your son's name is over my desk everyday and he, like all the others, will never be forgotten. Thank you for reminding us.
Name: heather doles
Email: to Ben Bickford
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 12:11:52
Ben, if you ever get on this site, I want to thank you for the great picture you sent me and the kids of John. It arrived Nov. 21, the day when we would have all been heading to Garmisch if John would have come home on r&r. To open that great big package and see him standing there in all his gear, gun slung at his side, and that ever present dip in his mouth, beautiful.. Made the entire family grin from ear to ear through all the tears that were flowing. Please get me your e-mail address! Mine is hrleigh2@yahoo.com.. I can never thank you enough for speaking at John's Vicenza service and sitting with me at the video conference with SFC. Williams. You are forever apart of the Doles' clan.. love to you.. Heather, Logan,and Breanna
Name: Cristina
Email: 1-508
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 11:48:08
To "just a mom" Derek Hines will absolutely be remembered along with the others listed. And Jaymo... you're so right. The closer we get to the end I start letting down my guard and think "whew! almost over!" And then you get woken up by something and realize.. woh! wait a sec... they're still there no matter how much time is left!! Those interested, Paslm 91 fits so well when our soldiers are in harms way. I don't want to preach or offend anyone so I"ll just encourage those interested to read it everyday and make it your prayer for your soldier. God Bless you all and your awesome soldiers.
Name: Just a Mom
Email: ***
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 11:20:01
I join you in remembering our fallen soldiers - please add 1LT Derek Hines (1 Sep 2005) my heart goes out to all of the families. I will continue to keep our soldiers close at heart and pray that no other families feel this pain. Stay strong until they all come home.
Name: Jaymo
Email: jaymo1975@hotmail.com
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 10:55:35
Thanks for the reminder, Christina and Old Soldier. Sometimes I think I get so excited that the end of the deployment is coming up, that I have a hard time with the fact that they're still in harm's way, no matter how close to the end of the deployment it is. Season's Greetings to all the 173rd and their families, may they all come home safely. My condolences to the family and friends of SPC Steyart.
Name: Old Soldier
Email: whatever@yahoo.com
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 10:09:43
Since jumping into Northern Iraq almost 3 years ago, the 173rd has now lost 24 young men to this war. Our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of SP Matthew Steyart. The courage and sacrifice that your soldier has shown will never be forgotten by this group, nor by this nation. As we approach this holiday season and the end of this second deployment, may we continue to pray for our soldiers' safety and their quick return to Italy. While doing that, please don't forget these young men and the families and loved ones they have left: SGT Sean Reynolds . . SPC Craig Ivory . . . SPC Justin Hebert . . . SPC Kyle Thomas . . . 1LT David Bernstein . . . PFC John Hart . . . SGT Joseph Minucci II. . . PFC Jacob Fletcher. . . SGT Michael Yashinski. . . SPC Daniel Freeman. . . SSG Romanes Woodard. . . SPC Sascha Struble. . . CPL Steven Tucker. . . PFC Emmanuel Hernandez. . . SSG Michael Shafer. . . SPC Blake Hall. . .1LT Joshua Hyland. . . SGT Michael Lehmiller. . .PVT Christopher Palmer. . . SGT Damion Campbell. . . SSG John Doles. . . SSG Troy Ezernack. . . PFC Joseph Cruz. . . SPC Matthew Steyart. May they rest in peace knowing they gave their lives unselfishly for us.
Name: 173rd family
Email: love
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 07:10:36
Just want to send out a Happy Holidays to all the soldiers and their families. Also want to send out a special one to the children of Hyland, Murphy, and Doles. These children are strong,loving, and were all very close to their fathers. I can only hope they made it through Thanksgiving without too much pain in their hearts. As they prepare for Christmas, I can only wish that they will see the joy in the season and hold onto all the great memories of holidays past with their fathers.. And for the wives, even if you never thought you were strong, you are all holding it together for your precious angels. God Bless and keep every one of you..
Name: Red Devil Supporter B CO
Email: rangergirl
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 05:45:29
My prayers and sympathies to the Steyart family. May God comfort you at this time of sorrow.
Name: Kathy G
Email: ksgrigs@yahoo.com
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 05:27:11
I have just returned to this site after the loss of my mother, my son's grandmother. My daughter-in-law used Red Cross to get the message to him and was surprised at how soon he got the message. Thanks Red Cross. Although he was able to make contact with his wife he has yet to call home. I know his heart is aching in need to talk with his family. I pray that he stays focused knowing that all has been taken care of here and with him in our prayers. We pinned a yellow ribbon with a flag on her beautiful pink suit for him. I know that she is watching over him now. And to Cristina what a beautiful prayer!!! May I repeat your words "I pray God would go before your paths and you would lean on his understanding. I pray the yoke of the enemy's plans would be crushed and destroyed and that you would all continue to come out on top victoriously." And my condolences to our recent lost soldier. May God Bless his family in their time of sorrow. May God Bless Our Soldiers. Kathy
Name: Suzanne Taylor
Email: tay1mom@netsca0e.net
Date: 11/28/05
Time: 04:02:09
Thought I would take a minute to say Hello to everyone in the 173rd family. Hope our guys managed to have a little break to enjoy some Thanksgiving celebration. Thanks Mr. Bradley for the effort you put into this site, it affects so many people. Hello to my son Will, hope he is safe and warm in his little outpost. Thought you might like a little holiday story, so many people out there are thinking about our soldiers--------- sltrib.com/utah/ci_3258093 hope I got the site name right.
Name: Cristina
Email: Miss 'em!
Date: 11/27/05
Time: 21:51:08
I don't have much to say, rather I just miss my soldier and have no one to share it with. I'm so proud of the guys and proud to be able to share to all those who have no clue what's going on in Afghanistan all that I've gotten to learn. I hope hope that the next unit he goes to will have something SIMILAR to this. I know it takes someone with a lot of dedication and I've never been able to use anything like this. It's great. I guess we've only got a couple more months to get through. To those guys who care to check this... you all are awesome and though we miss you till it hurts... we're truly proud of you and the job you're doing. I pray God would go before your paths and you would lean on his understanding. I pray the yoke of the enemy's plans would be crushed and destroyed and that you would all continue to come out on top victoriously. We love you... even those who served in the past.
Name: Sgt. Travis Smith
Email: love4familylife@yahoo.com
Date: 11/27/05
Time: 21:02:14
This is to the parents of specialist Matthew P. Steyart, My name is sgt travis smith, i was stationed with the 173rd for three years. I check on the web site for causulties once a week. I just found out about the loss of your son. Im sorry and my prays go out to you and your family. I was in bravo company when matthew first arrived in the unit. He was a great man. I still have photos from when he was a pvt and was in dress uniform. If you would like me to send them to you your more then welcome to email me and i will send them as soon as possible. Once again im sorry for your loss and take care. Sgt. Travis Smith (love4familylife@yahoo.com)
Name: charlene brewer
Email: charlene/*76sbcglobal.net
Date: 11/27/05
Time: 20:23:59
I also want to thank Mr. Bradley for this great website. Not only for the present 173rd, but for the past. It is a book of history that I find interesting. I also found someone to make a figure of my son with so many details that I never knew about. Being a new military Mom I have learned a few military slang words. Thank you 173rd for the sacrific you are making for us soiled people. I also listened to the new song the 8th of November and would like to know more about that day or is it just a song. I wish to hear from some of the ones that know about this day. Thanks.
Name: James Bradley, CW3, US Army (Retired)
Email:
Webmaster@173rdairborne.com
Date: 11/27/05
Time: 20:11:32
Thank You to all the people who are posting kind words about me. Please lets stay focused on the troops. Its about the Troops not me. I want everyone to have a great Christmas and I hope our troops come home soon safely. Visit www.SkySoldierStore.com
Name: heather doles
Email: to deb yashinski
Date: 11/27/05
Time: 15:44:47
thank you so much for putting everything back into perspective on this site. all our men and women need to be thought of through this holiday season and we should all be sending Mr.Bradley a great big thank you for this site. his having this site has helped me deal with the loss of my husband, John. also, thank you for asking people to think of my children through this holiday season. i never want them to lose the spirit of Christmas and i hope your holiday will also be a good one. i want to also send out a remembrance for all our fallen boys. may they rest in peace and always be our guardian angels. to everyone who has lost a soldier, my love and understanding goes out to you all.. Mr.Bradley, Happy Holidays and God bless you for this site that keeps me connected to all of my husbands brothers in arms(and all their supportive families).. if not for your site, i don't think many of us would be as sane as we are trying to be!!! love to all this holiday season..
Name: cristina
Email: ...
Date: 11/27/05
Time: 15:16:49
My sincere apology for delaying in extending sincere condolences to the Steyart family. May God shower you with comfort throughout your lives and support beyond your dreams. Your soldier will never be forgotten and will be remembered as a true hero.
Name: Leanne
Email: lharmann@wi.rr.com
Date: 11/27/05
Time: 14:05:26
Our sincere condolences to the Steyart family. Our Sky Soldiers are the best and all their sacrifices will never be forgotten. We are forever grateful to these brave men and women who protect our cherised freedom. God Bless Matthew and his family.
Name: SSG Joseph Pier, B Co, 1st BN (ABN), 508th IN Rear Det NCOIC
Email: joseph.pier@setaf.army.mil
Date: 11/27/05
Time: 13:42:56
My condolances go out to the Steyart family. SPC Steyart was a soldier who knew what it meant to get the mission accomplished. He knew what it meant to laugh too. He will be sorely missed. God Bless. LEGION, Strength and Honor!
Name: Germany
Email: ***
Date: 11/27/05
Time: 09:54:23
It´s right before christmas and I want everyone to remeber our fallen hero Damion Campbell. I miss him like crazy and pray for him every day. I also pray for his family and friends. Christmas will be different this year without him but I know he will ALWAYS BE WITH US! He will always have a place in my heart! I love you Damion!
Name: "Soldiers won't be prosecuted for body burnings"
Email: news article
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 22:31:51
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20051126.wafghan1126/BNStory/International/
Name: Mommaski
Email: deborayashinski@yahoo.com
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 22:27:56
By the way if anyone is interested. There is an article about our Fallen Heroes in Iraq and the signs that were put up to remember them. Go to - www.afnews.af.mil/iraq/kirkuk.htm then click on the article "The Making of a Memorial"
Name: Mommaski
Email: deborayashinski@yahoo.com
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 22:02:27
Hello everyone, Funeral services are still pending for our fallen hero Spc Matthew Steyart. It is time to take a deep breath .... and get back on track. Christmas is coming and we have Heros that are far from their families. Take the time to send a card to your loved one's unit !! Take the time to remember the ones who also serve - parents, spouses, children, siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. They need are prayers of strength as they gather around a tree where someone is missing. Take the time to remember the families of the fallen Heroes - this is a time of incredable sadness. We need your prayers for an inner peace. Especially remember the Dole children - they face a Christmas without a father. Pray that for them the magic of Christmas is not forver lost. We are now counting down the days until out Heroes come home. Our ONLY duty is to support them and each other. This site is a gift and a privledge not a right. Most units have nothing even close to what we have here. Take the time to ask yourself - "what would it be like if I could not come here?" Then say THANK YOU Mr Bradley for the wonderful gift of this site, your time and your knowledge. Be thankful for what you have, take the time to be postive. Life is very short - don't let the last thing you say be negative. So often I see the lovely Italian girls write on this site of their fears and their suggestions, and sometimes it is obvious that they are having difficulty with our very difficult language. When you are frightened it is amazing how quickly a word can leave your head (for me it's just cause I'm old). Maybe one of you young ladies out there can volunteer to either be the contact for those who need help or be an unofficial translater to the rest of us. Most importantly - to our Sky Soldiers - we love you, we are thinking of you and we pray for you and your families. Take care, stay safe and stay strong. Love to all. Mommaski
Name: Vicki Samsel
Email: vsamsel@shelterinsurance.com
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 19:07:17
sorry got the e-mail address wrong.
Name: Vicki Samsel
Email: vsamsel@shelter.com
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 19:06:16
Does anyone know when Matt Steyart services will be?
Name: about thanx giving day
Email: C.co 2/503
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 15:15:26
My Soldier from C co 2/503 e-mailed that they had a great thanx giving day and they were " stuffed "with food. He says HI to everybody here in Italy!!!! we're all 4 U guys. God Bless U all.
Name: Jayme
Email: Ask Me
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 14:28:25
You are completely right! And I am guilty of not being supportive regarding that. My condolences go out to his family! His family deserves the highest amount of respect, they are going through a horrible time right now. Your family is in my prayers, and know that your son will never be forgotten, never! God Bless You!
Name: Reality Check Everyone
Email: Islizdizzy@yahoo.com
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 13:13:21
If you all don't remember November 23 one of our soldiers was Killed and his families life is changed forever. I have been coming to this website hoping to see more condolences to the family, and I am ashamed to say that I have only counted 4. Hopefully His family has not come here for the love and support that Mr. Bradley intented this site to be for. Come on everyone lets move on and show the love and concern that we all hope will be there, if we are ever unfortunate enough to have to endure.
Name: Jayme
Email: ASK ME
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 12:54:51
I am going to find a different Web Site since this one seems to have nothing but bickering on here, There are alot of great people on here but people can't just seem to let something go.I thought this was all about the troops and our Men and Women? This isn't about us, it's about our men and women out there!!! It's Mr. Bradleys site and frankly if he is asking for people to be respectful, then why is it always have to be such a discussion on this website? Why don't people just email him instead of posting it on this website? I speak 3 different languages, including Italian, and I am Native American, not that has anything to do with it, but I think you get the point. I just really like this website, but I am so sick and tired of people going back and forth with bickering. Can't we just focus and get along? Does someone always have to have the last word in? I am not here to offend anyone, I just wish it would stop. Thanks Mr. Bradley for everything, You are awesome and much appreciated!!! :) I hope this gets back to what it's really about, OUR TROOPS!!!
Name: With the Troops, Roger Roy
Email: Mission:Afghanistan
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 09:09:28
This link is to Roger Roy's BLOG about his visit with the troops in Afghanistan. He spent time with 1/508th. The link with the first mention of 173rd in the series is called "Going To The Mountains". His stay with 1/508th begins with "They Put Me Up In The Nicest Place". He even visited the Italian troops at their PRT in Herat, see: "Italian hospitality and fresh bread…"++++ "Orlando Sentinel reporter Roger Roy is in Afghanistan with U.S. troops who are providing security and training the Afghan National Army.""The troops include about 1,200 Florida Army National Guard soldiers, several hundred of whom are from Central Florida." http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/news_nationworld_rogerroy/afghanistan/index.html
Name: italian army wife
Email: 000000
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 08:40:32
hi ......i was checking up the side today and i almost had an heart attack. Im the first one who started to write in Italian and believe me i didnt want all this to happen.....i must say though that is great to see all the different point of view on this topic...Despite all our ideas on how we should write i must say that it is GREAT and WONDERFUL that each one of us loves the SKY SOLDIER......and that we all want and wish the best to them. I always pray for the safe return home of all the troops and especially of my husband. I also hope that this last few months will go very very fast......GOOD PLEASE BLESS ALL OUR HEROS (if you want i can translate all the previous messages so that everybody can understand what written)
Name: Hunter
Email: arlenern1226@yahoo.com
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 07:00:07
Mr. Bradley: Can't open the link below. Any guidance would be appreciated. Tom
Name: James Bradley, CW3, US Army (Retired)
Email:
Webmaster@173rdAirborne.com
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 06:36:54
Just in time for Christmas
Name: EEG
Email: aa@aol.com
Date: 11/26/05
Time: 04:06:29
Miss you million times the way from me to you and back. Every time I am sad and down, as an echo I keep on hearing yours voice telling me there is always something worth living for, just "head up and smile" :-). Even from there where you are, you give me comfort and strength. Promises I will pay you back ;-)!!!!!! Words are not enough to express my gratitude.
Name: WO1 Montgomery
Email: Here's to you Mr. Bradley
Date: 11/25/05
Time: 18:42:15
-formerly SSG with HHC 2-503 in Iraq - I read msg's all the time, never post myself. May I ask what's with all the quibbling about the small stuff? Here's an idea - Let's all wish a happy holiday season to Mr. Jim Bradley without whom none of us would have this website to stay tuned to the BDE - the media sure doesn't. Thanks Jim, Godbless!
Name:
Email: HHCwife
Date: 11/25/05
Time: 18:32:32
As far as the italian writings go.. I agree with the proud father and the old soldier. We appreciate all the italians have done and will continue to do for our soldiers. It is just almost out of respect that we all know what the other one is saying on this site. Maybe if italians would like to answer a question in their mother language they can trade email sites and correspond that way. I also used the translation page that was given, and was also still very confused. It just puts everyone more at ease when we know what is exactly being said. God Bless our Troops.
Name:
Email: from another prospective...
Date: 11/25/05
Time: 16:32:29
I was just wishing that the messages as mentioned below (about writing in Italian) were originally written in English because there may have been a suggestion mentioned, that I could've found useful (and perhaps other people too). I don't think there is any ill will spread on this site towards the Italian people. I think the overall intent was this - if you have a helpful tip, please share it with us all, we might need it too. To others interested, here's a helpful translation website: http://babelfish.altavista.com/ As for Mr. Bradley's words, he's just looking out for our sons, brothers, husbands, etc.
Name: PROUD FATHER
Email: aol.com
Date: 11/25/05
Time: 13:20:18
Hello everyone, I believe the reason for writing in English is so the webmaster and everyone else knows what is going on. Not to be rude. We are dealing with sensitive issues. Information about our family and friends in the Armed forces. It is like playing poker and half the players speaking another language and the rest wondering what they are saying. We can get through this peacefully. Without offending anyone. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. John
Name: Old Soldier
Email: whatever@yahoo.com
Date: 11/25/05
Time: 13:12:32
To our Italian friends on this site - please don't be offended or think that those of us here in the States do not thank God everyday for your support of our men and women in your country. We have had the good pleasure to have our soldiers living in your neighborhoods for many years and you have always supported and loved us. I'm sure Mr. Bradley is concerned that whatever is posted on this site is supportive and not attacking our soldiers, or even giving away information that we have all been careful not to post. Since he, like me, has not had the opportunity to learn your language, this is nearly impossible. It's a difficult task to monitor everything that goes here each day and although I tried to use one of the interpretation sites to understand the Italian posts, it didn't do me much good. Please understand - do not take it as anything negative toward you personnally or your country's wonderful hospitality. Thank you for being with us on this site and thank you for caring as much about our young warriors as we care ourselves. May God Bless!
Name: to italo american wife
Email: italian
Date: 11/25/05
Time: 11:43:35
great message!!! they want our help in sending stuff and support but than they dont want us to speak our language!!! pretty sad!!
Name: italo american wife
Email: ...
Date: 11/25/05
Time: 11:28:29
only english or else....hey guys u are meaning that italian is not "else"???? That's a shame...the american base is in italy-...we speak english...but none on post do...or a little percent of guys..and we can't write down something in our language??we are trying to help each other, so please don't be unkind... im half italian and half american! god bless you!always!
Name: pmc
Email: pmc2comcast.net
Date: 11/25/05
Time: 10:24:52
I may be the only one that feels this way, but, I was very disappointed yesterday at the lack of coverage by the news stations about our soldiers fighting the war in Afghan. and being away from their families on Thanksgiving. It all seemed to be about the Iraq war and how the soldiers there were coping with the holiday away from home. I sure wish they would have alternated between Iraq and Afghan to give our soldiers a chance to say hello to their families. I was comforted by my soldier who called to say that everything was OK and that they all had plenty of Turkey, even in the most remote areas of the country. They all managed to have a good turkey dinner.
Name: 2/503 Family
Email:
Date: 11/25/05
Time: 10:04:09
Thank you Chuck! Made my day & now I can't wait to hear from our boy!
Name: Chuck
Email: Gropa5@aolo.com
Date: 11/25/05
Time: 09:25:59
Just got off the internet with my son, 1st Platoon, Chosen, 2/503. Had a good Thanksgiving. Internet is up and running but real slow. All is well. Wishes all the 173rd family and supporters a Happy Thanksgiving
Name: 2/503 Family
Email: Happy Thanksgiving
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 21:52:51
Has anyone heard from 1st Platoon, Chosen, 2/503 today? Internet still down? Any idea how long it's expected to be out? Thanks much!
Name:
Email: so happy
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 18:44:40
Heard from my soldier in 503rd HHC today. All is well. Congratulations on the promotion, J and Happy Thanksgiving to you and all those fighting for our freedom. STAY SAFE.
Name: to italian wife
Email: oxoxoxox
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 18:24:02
happy thanksgiving my son fights for your right to speak and write your own language where ever and when ever you need to he would be terribly hurt by bradleys' message to the italian posters .
Name: Sheila
Email: dssteely@yahoo.com
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 18:09:17
Happy Thanksgiving to all our Sky Soldiers. And to my special Sky Soldier; Chad - we had a wonderful time today, but we sure did miss you at dinner. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Take Care and Be Safe. Love Always; Mom
Name: Italian Friend
Email: to everybody@173
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 15:51:17
happy thanksgiving to all soldiers !!!!!!!!!
Name: Gina
Email: Ginamichellet@hotmail.com
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 14:51:04
I just wanted to say happy thanksgiving to all our soldiers. Also I heard from my husband alpha company this morning, 3rd platoon is doing well and had a thanksgiving meal. Hope everyone is having a blessed thanksgiving as well. Hope you hear from your loved one soon.
Name: to pappy dude............
Email: from italian army wife
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 13:03:09
i just want to thank you for your beautiful words..they mean really a lot to me....thank you from my heart....
Name: Pappy Dude Father of Soldier Dude
Email: Amourprofond@yahoo.com
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 12:15:44
Dear Italian Army Wife, No need to apoligize for writing to our son's Italian Girlfriends and Wives in Italian... But please don't use ALL CAPITALS cuz that is SHOUTING and we need to have some decorum here... Or else!!???!! Thanksgiving wishes to you, and all wives and girlfriends of our sons, who are left behind in Vicenza and around the world, (even the non english speaking parts)who give such unconditional love and support. And Happy Thanksgiving to all of us Home Front Folks. The tears will never dry for those Gold Star Families among us. The rest of us just stay sane as best you can. And Happy Thanksgiving to you Sr. Bradley... Thanks... And mostly, a HAPPY THANKSGIVING SHOUT OUT to all the 173rd! STAY SAFE... (it is okay to shout that, dear Italian Wife, in any language!)... STAY SAFE... again all of us.... Say it out loud...like a prayer, like a mantra, like a command... STAY SAFE EVERY LAST ONE OF YOU!!!
Name: HE IS
Email: FOREVER LOVED
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 10:20:25
Every day is the day to give thanks for all we have and Thanksgiving is a day to celebrate it. Thanks to all our servicemen and women, especially those with the 173rd. To my special Sky soldier, Thanks for loving me. Can't wait to have you home....HAVE A HAPPY AND BLESSED THANKSGIVING EVERYONE
Name: heather, logan, breanna
Email: holidays
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 09:27:22
Want to wish all the sky soldiers, their families, and friends a very Happy Thanksgiving!! We pray everyday for the safe return of all our military family and as we pray today we will give thanks that we have each other and that the soldiers at least have each other during this time of year. Stay safe everybody!! love you all...
Name: Matthew P. Steyart
Email: -- killed in Afghanistan
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 08:48:39
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2005/11/24/BAGBNFTHO31.DTL
Name: Jaymo
Email: jaymo1975@hotmail.com
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 08:22:03
I just saw this other article about Pat Jacobs. I know we already found out that the packages were already sent, but this is a nice little article in support of us sending care packages. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/11/23/AR2005112301895.html Happy Thanksgiving to all.
Name: jess V.
Email: alxjss409@aol.com
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 04:00:40
my husband is w/ the 2/503rd...so, is it best to return to italy in january? that's my plan but i'm concerned about getting around especially traveling to italy w/ my 7 month old daughter IN THE AIRPLANE....any suggestions
Name: TO JJJ FROM ITALIAN ARMY WIFE
Email: 0000000
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 01:44:06
HI well i was talking about the Id . you can have a sort of id( it is a temporary one) to get on post only if your fiancée had given to you the power of attorney (delega) before his deployment. I know a girl that have it. i hope this can help you. good luck
Name: to EVERYBODY FROM ITALIAN ARMY WIFE
Email: 0000000
Date: 11/24/05
Time: 01:34:50
FIRST OF ALL I WOULD LIKE TO APOLOGIZE TO EVERYBODY FOR NOT WRITING IN ENGLISH. SOMETIMES IT IS EASIER FOR ME TO EXPLAIN MY THOUGHTS AND MY IDEAS USING MY MOTHER TONGUE LANGUAGE . I WOULD LIKE IT TO BE CLEAR THAT I HAVEN'T BEEN MEAN OR UNRESPECTFUL TO YOU ALL.
Name: Stanley D. Rogers Sr.
Email: roge5301@netzero.net
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 20:02:37
Hey, check out 3rd Platoon, Chosen Few, 2nd/503 website. It is a new look and is very good. Lot of information Stan Rogers
Name:
Email: translation
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 18:40:57
Here's a link to a translator for those who care. http://dictionary.reference.com/translate/text.html
Name: OKLAHOMA AIRBORNE
Email: THANKSGIVING PRAYERS
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 18:40:26
To all who serve . . . And those who love them.
Name: Sheila
Email: dssteely@yahoo.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 17:19:29
My condolences to the family of SPC Steyart. My heart goes out to you. May God be with you.
Name: mary
Email: jmhuser@charter.net
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 17:02:04
May I first send my condolences to the family of our last Fallen Hero. Tomorrow as we give thanks for everything we have, let us remember our Sky Soldiers for with out them and all the others we would not be The Land Of The Free. We are the LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE. To my son Paul Happy Thanksgiving.
Name: Recon 4/503 69/70
Email: Recon@verizon.net
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 16:59:04
My condolences to the family and friends of SPC Steyart for their loss. My family will say grace tomorrow at our dinner in his memory.
Name: Jenny
Email: Jenn72@hotmail.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 16:54:45
Or else? Or else what? Are you going to close down the site? If someone can't read, understand or write in English they shouldn't post on YOUR site? I think you do a WONDERFUL service with your site but sometimes you get carried away. If people are being mean spirted or nasty, or constantly talking about bad things I can see intervening but another language - be thankful that someone is finding comfort on the site. If this is the worst thing that happens to us today we all need to be very thankful.
Name: James Bradley, CW3, US Army (Retired)
Email: Webmaster@173rdairborne.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 15:50:03
English only please!!!! or else!
Name: Mommaski
Email: deborayashinski@yahoo.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 15:22:42
To the friends, buddies and family of Spc Matthew Steyart, Words are so inadequate at a time like this. The only thing I can say is I am sorry and my heart is there with you. As we give Thanks tomorrow, let us not forget our brave Sky Soldiers and their families. If there is anything I can do or anything you need, please let me know. I have been where you are now. All my love Mommaski
Name: Jessica
Email: jessicajrone@aol.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 15:18:28
Heard from my husband, 508th HHC today via instant messenger. They were on lock down since yesterday but just got back up and running this morning. Hope you hear from your soldier soon
Name: christina
Email: christi236@hotmail.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 15:10:44
heard from 1-508 a co today. i missed the call but got a message (hate when that happens!) hope you hear from him soon!
Name: Jeanna
Email: huladancer878@yaol.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 14:58:22
I heard from my boyfriend today. He is from 1-508th C Co. He got back from his mission yesterday after being gone for about a week, but couldn't contact me till today because the computers and phones were shut down! I talked to him on yahoo messenger for about a half hour today. Hopefully you will hear from him soon baby girl, but don't worry! I'm sure everything is alright!!!!
Name:
Email: english please
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 14:46:26
I know this isn't that important but can we please speak in English so everyone knows what is being said
Name: To Italian army wife
Email: jjj
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 14:32:54
Ciao, leggendo i vari messaggi ho visto che hai scritto che si puà avere una ID per entrare in base? intendi il foglietto che vale x una giornata dando la carta d'identità al gate? cmq per quanto riguarda la ragazza italiana che si lamentava, io non ho avuto alcun problema ad andare agli FGR meetings o cmq avere informazioni dalle mogli anche se non sono ancora sposata, anzi tutti i superiori del mio ragazzo si sono dimostrati disponinbili. Forse sei solo capitata con gente un pò meno ''disponibile diciamo, per nn dire altro!
Name:
Email: babygrl@yahoo.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 13:45:37
does anyone know if 508 company is still on phone/internet black out? my boyfriend went on a mission like 2 days ago and i was supposed to hear from him yesterday and haven't yet.
Name: to BOTH ITALIAN GIRLFRIENDS FROM ITALIAN ARMY WIFE
Email: 000000000000000000
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 13:37:49
INNANZITUTTO ciao a tutte e due ragazze...io sono assolutamente disonibile per aiutarvi. prima pero' di offrire il mio aiuto ho voluto essere certa che tutte le cose fossero state fatte a modo....questo per evitare a mia volta di creare problemi. Molte volte questi casini sono creati dai superiori dei nostri cari(fidatevi ne ho passate io stessa...)Nella compagnia di mio marito c'e' una ragazza che e' solo una girlfriend e che vi posso assicurare non ha ne' power of attorny ne' altro. eppure viene sempre alle riunioni e partecipa attivamente a tutti gli incontri....Traete voi le debite conclusioni.....io offro la mia piu' completa disponibilita'.....per the italian girlfriend che hai poa lo sai che puoi anche avere al id per entrare in base? nel caso tu ce l'abbia gia' vai dal rear detachment del tuo ragazzo e pretendi di essere ascoltata da un high rank....se non hai la id voglio che tu sappia che la puoi avere senza nessun problema...... Mi voglio ancora scusare per la mia diffidenza ma se sapeste cosa mi e' successo due anni fa capireste....
Name: to italian girlfriend from another one
Email: ***
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 12:18:47
ciao.. il mio ragazzo è nella 503rd ma ho un caro amico nella 508th se posso esserti di aiuto lascia la tua email... se non ci aiutiamo tra noi italiane!!! so benissimo quello che provi (evidentemente alcune mogli italiane si sono già dimenticate cosa vuol dire essere innamorate ed emarginate solo per il fatto di avere una nazionalità diversa)... cmq ho trovato molto più aiuto dalle mogli americane che non da quelle italiane... è un pò una vergogna no??
Name: Phyllis Grafton
Email: pgrafton@edsupply.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 11:37:13
Hello, Sky Soldiers!! And a very happy Thanksgiving! Please know that this mother of a former (and soon to be again) skysoldier appreciates all that you are doing for us. You are the Best of the Best and I thank you!! Phyllis Grafton Mother of Sgt. Steve Grafton (formerly of the 2nd 503rd)
Name: Heather, Logan, and Breanna Doles
Email: SSG DOLES FAMILY
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 10:37:01
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Spc. Steyart. Don't know what to say but our family is thinking of you at this tragic time. God bless you and keep you in his arms now and always. God speed to your son..
Name: Al Schlothauer
Email: sptsal@aol.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 09:34:03
My most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Spc Matthew Steyart. May you find peace and comfort in the Lord at this time. Gods speed Spc Steyart.
Name: diane@173rdairborne.com
Email: diannecaughlan@comcast.net
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 09:15:13
To Army Mom, thanks so much for news on 1-508th B. Co. My son is new to that company, like 2 weeks and I have heard nothing. Printed it out for his Army scrapbook. Many many thanks Diane
Name: EA
Email: DODnews
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 08:09:45
Spc. Matthew P. Steyart, 21, of Mount Shasta, Calif., died in Shah Wali Kot, Afghanistan, on Nov. 22, when an improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV during patrol operations. Steyart was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 508th Infantry Regiment, Vicenza, Italy.
Name: Jeannene Hurley
Email: hurleyj1@netscape.net
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 06:26:41
Whew; thank goodness for Babelfish and Google translators ; )
Name:
Email: casey_mitchell12@hotmail.com
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 06:23:39
Does anyone know if the phones are down in Bagram?? Also in Sharona? I am not sure exactly where my husband is at right now. One of those places. Was wondering if the phones were down. Thanks
Name: to army wife
Email: itlaian girlfriend
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 04:51:26
Ciao italian army wife.Io non sono la ragazza che ha scritto in questo sito inizialmente ma sono un'altra della tante fidanzate italiane che purtoppo soffrono il fatto che non si è americane o non si ha un pezzo di carta che certifica che si è sposate. Il mio fidanzato prima di andarsene mi ha lasciato il power of attorney della casa=delega,ha informato tutti i suoi superiori che ci saremmo sposati entro meno di un anno e che voleva assolutamente che partecipassi a tutti gli FRG e alle VIDEO CONFERENCE...TUTTO REGOLARE GIUSTO???Bè a noi tutte potrebbe sembrare di si,ma purtoppo nemmeno questo non era sufficiente...e questo non è legale...chiunque sia contrario a quello che ssto dicendo vada a leggersi il libro MARRIED TO THE MILITARY dove si afferma che tutte le fiance o girfriends HANNO IL SACROSANTO DIRITTO DI AVERE INFO DALLA LORO FRG LEADER INVECE DI ESSERE EMARGINATE SOLO PERCHE SI è ITALIANE!!!!!Non hai neanche idea di quanti casini il mio fidanzato ha dovuto subire downrange perchè volevo andare ai vari meeting e non volevano farmi partecipare!!!!Non lo hanno MAI AIUTATO MA GLI HANNO SOLO CAUSATO PROBLEMI E AGGIUNTO STRESS quindi i cari responsabili vari delle famiglie qui in italia dovrebbero farsi un ESAMINO DI COSCENZA e sperare che MAI LE LORO FIDANZATE o RAGAZZE VENGANO trattate nello stesso modo in cui veniamo trattate noi RAGAZZE DELL'ECONOMY. PASSO E CHIUDO.CIAO E GRAZIE PER I TUOI CONSIGLI.
Name: to italian girlfriend from an italian army wife
Email: 000000
Date: 11/23/05
Time: 02:33:12
TO ITALIAN GIRLFRIEND.....dal nome che ti sei data immagino tu sia italiana cosi' ti scrivo nella nostra lingua per essere piu' chiara possibile...ci sono tante tante ragazze nella tua stessa situazione...purtroppo per le mogli non e' possibile dare alcuna informazione a donne che non siano army wives or fiancee. Il tuo ragazzo pero' avrebbe potuto evitare di creare questo problema parlando con i suoi superiori prima di partire e dando loro il tuo riferimento chiedendo che tu venissi sempre informata. In questo modo si evita di rilasciare informazioni a persone estranee che potrebbero mettere a repentaglio la vita dei nostri cari....immagino questo pero' non sia il tuo caso.....spero tu conosca qualche moglie che ti possa tenenre informata. Un caro saluto ed un in bocca al lupo. dai pensa che il piu' e' stato fatto
Name: Army Mom
Email: Army Mom
Date: 11/22/05
Time: 20:44:18
B-Co 1/508 see what our guys have been doing all week. http://www.centcom.mil/CentcomNews/Stories/11_05/44.htm
Name: ITALIAN GIRLFRIEND
Email: ooo
Date: 11/22/05
Time: 14:13:09
My boyfriend is in 1/508, we do love each other BUT as we are not married i have no rights to know if hes fine when smthing bad happens to his company.Anyone is helping the italian girlfriend to go through this, arent there any ways to keep us updated as well? Thanks in advance
Name:
Email: hhc wife
Date: 11/22/05
Time: 12:05:00
I know that there are alot of national guards now stationed in sharona -and they have taken over the internet and phone lines.
Name:
Email: sarah_okc@yahoo.com
Date: 11/22/05
Time: 11:50:14
My friend is in HHC SCOUTS 1/508. He is in Sharona I think it is the capitol of Patika. He says the people that are there at the base have knda taken it over. I know he said they are engineers . Does anyone know what unit this is. Cause they arent part of the 173rd. Thanks
Name: b.j
Email: bjh
Date: 11/22/05
Time: 10:09:48
http://www.centcom.mil/CENTCOMNews/Casualty_Report.asp?CasualtyReport=20051138.txt
Name: Al Schlothauer
Email: sptsal@aol.com
Date: 11/22/05
Time: 07:44:39
May we all this Thanksgiving take a moment out to give thanks not only to our loved ones in harms way but to all the Service men and women,in our Armed Services. May we all thank God that there are men and women who are willing to put themselves in harms way for our Freedoms. Thank you! and keep on a Rockin 173rd!
Name: Correction
Email: for website
Date: 11/21/05
Time: 09:59:14
http://www.giftsforheroes.net/
Name: Patti
Email: skysoldiersmom@hotmail.com
Date: 11/21/05
Time: 09:05:02
I was able to track down and get a hold of Pat Jacobs this weekend. I talked with her for quite a while and what a lady I must say! Without her knowning about it, someone in her "Santa" group contacted the paper and told them about her. She agreed to the interview not having any idea or wanting the attention drawn to her, that it would snowball (sorry) like it has. Due to her schedule, Pat is not able to come to this site anymore. I told her of your messages and she is VERY appreciative of all your kind words and how you want to help. Pat had given the interview a while ago and unfortunately by the time the paper finally ran the article, the boxes were already on the way to our warriors. EVERYTHING had been done! She worked very hard to make this happen so that it might be a little nicer for our men and women this holiday season. For those of us that would like to help other soldiers, Pat did mention another site that she said was started by a General's wife. Here is the link: www.giftsforheros.net God Bless you Pat! To the 173rd family, have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving, especially the WOMBATS 1/508 Alpha Co. 3rd Platoon. You are always in our hearts and thoughts. Stay WARM, Stay TOGETHER, Stay SAFE, and STAY GOLD!
Name:
Email: the boxes
Date: 11/21/05
Time: 07:43:03
My guess is to contact the newspaper that printed the article about her.
Name: OKLAHOMA AIRBORNE
Email:
Date: 11/21/05
Time: 07:07:27
I encourage EVERYONE to click on the below link and read this WONDERFUL article in the Washington Post about Ms. PAT JACOBS, a FANTASTIC and GIVING 173rd Airborne Mom! I salute her for all her efforts on behalf of our soldiers! Here's the link to the article: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/11/12/AR2005111200970.html
Name: OKLAHOMA AIRBORNE
Email:
Date: 11/21/05
Time: 07:00:55
Carol Morello, a staff writer with The Washington Post (newspaper) did a WONDERFUL article, in the Sunday edition (on November 13th), on Ms. PAT JACOBS and her "Shoebox Project" for our soldiers in the Brigade. Pat's son is also currently serving with the 173rd. You might try emailing the reporter and she may be able to help you get in contact with Ms. Jacobs. Morello's email address is: morelloc@washingtonpost.com Here's the link to the Washington Post article: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/11/12/AR2005111200970.html
Name: Pat Bolland
Email: fwbolland@yahoo.com
Date: 11/20/05
Time: 17:09:26
Does anyone know how I can get in touch with the woman doing the 700 boxes for the 173rd? My son is in the 173rd. I hope it is not too late.
Name: Pat Bolland
Email: fwbolland@yahoo.com
Date: 11/20/05
Time: 17:07:11
Name: mjm
Email: mojomamma3@aol.com
Date: 11/20/05
Time: 15:01:52
Carol, the packages I sent took less than two weeks but I send everything priority mail.
Name: To Mr. Crowley
Email: Red Devil Wife
Date: 11/20/05
Time: 10:21:19
Thank you for the updates on your son Ben. Happy to hear he will be home--at least for a short while. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving together!
Name: Sheila
Email: dssteely@yahoo.com
Date: 11/20/05
Time: 08:30:07
Thanks for the info on Able Co. 2/503D, Sean's Dad. My son is supposed to get leave soon too. We are waiting to hear before scheduling any holiday plans. Thanks! And to the soldiers stealing out of packages meant for those in harms way, the punishment you are getting isn't nearly enough. You should be ashamed of yourselves!!!
Name: Dennis Rufolo
Email: drufolo@yahoo.com
Date: 11/20/05
Time: 08:02:10
I am very happy that they caught some of the mail theives, BUT, why weren't they given longer sentences? 4- 30 months is nothing!!
Name: Mail Theft
Email: Good News for Christmas
Date: 11/20/05
Time: 07:02:48
"Soldiers in remote outposts in Afghanistan are seething after the arrests of a dozen service members caught stealing mail meant for troops in harm's way." "Last weekend, three soldiers at Bagram Airfield's post office, where mail is processed, were found guilty in court-martial hearings of mail theft, a base official confirmed."-New York Daily News...http://www.tallahassee.com/mld/tallahassee/news/politics/13188985.htm
Name: Jim Crowley
Email: jcnnc@msn.com
Date: 11/20/05
Time: 06:59:41
Just want to let everyone know that my son, Sgt. Benjamin Crowley of HHC, 1/508th, who was wounded Aug. 26 is now home from Walter Reed for a 30 day convalesant leave. Will be returning to Reed the 5th of Dec. for more treatments but at least we will have him home for Thanksgiving. It will be truly be a time of giving thanks. I would like to thank everyone for their prayers and cards. He still has a long way to go.
Name: Jessica Gozy
Email: jx2gozy@hotmail.com
Date: 11/20/05
Time: 01:21:35
Depending on where you are coming from and the availability of an AMC flight, they will use those. We PCS'd here from Ft. Bragg on an AMC flight, had friends coming from Campbell on an AMC flight too. Hope this helps.
Name: SGT WILSON'S MOM
Email: hughesfamilia@earthlink.net
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 23:57:48
GOD BLESS THE 173RD & SGT WILSON TOO! Just got off the phone with my firstborn & couldn't be happier...well, if he was home...if anyone is wondering, 508 HHC (Scouts especially) is doing JUST FINE....one of the best & longest conversations we've had--getting colder...wants bluebery poptarts...& told him about the Big & Rich song--he's very proud & HUMBLED to be in the same company as his "older" brothers from 1965--(a CD is on the way, Shane). God bless ALL of our veteran 173rd family (thank you for paving the way) and their little "brothers"! Be SAFE, Be CAREFUL, WATCH OUT FOR EACH OTHER and know we're ALL missing you this Thanksgiving Day--may it be our last apart!
Name: SGT WILSON'S MOM
Email: hughesfamilia@earthlink.net
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 23:44:34
GOD BLESS THE 173RD & SGT WILSON TOO! Just got off the phone with my firstborn & couldn't be happier...well, if he was home...if anyone is wondering, 508 HHC (Scouts especially) is doing JUST FINE....one of the best & longest conversations we've had--getting colder...wants bluebery poptarts...& told him about the Big & Rich song--he's very proud & HUMBLED to be in the same company as his "older" brothers from 1965--(a CD is on the way, Shane). God bless ALL of our veteran 173rd family (thank you for paving the way) and their little "brothers"! Be SAFE, Be CAREFUL, WATCH OUT FOR EACH OTHER and know we're ALL missing you this Thanksgiving Day--may it be our last apart!
Name: SGT WILSON'S MOM
Email: hughesfamilia@earthlink.net
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 23:42:45
GOD BLESS THE 173RD & SGT WILSON TOO! Just got off the phone with my firstborn & couldn't be happier...well, if he was home...if anyone is wondering, 508 HHC (Scouts especially) is doing JUST FINE....one of the best & longest conversations we've had--getting colder...wants bluebery poptarts...& told him about the Big & Rich song--he's very proud & HUMBLED to be in the same company as his "older" brothers from 1965--(a CD is on the way, Shane). God bless ALL of our veteran 173rd family (thank you for paving the way) and their little "brothers"! Be SAFE, Be CAREFUL, WATCH OUT FOR EACH OTHER and know we're ALL missing you this Thanksgiving Day--may it be our last apart!
Name:
Email: question
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 21:39:44
Does the military still use AMC to fly members/dependents that are PCSing, or do you generally get a flight on a commercial airline? Thanks.
Name: Penny
Email: Joepen@comcast.net
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 20:01:36
I just found this site. I wish I knew about it sooner. My son's in the 2/503d scouts and I have not heard from him in a few weeks. Its reassuring to know others have heard from the boys in his platoon. I'm hoping to hear from him soon.
Name: Carol -
Email: okgramma@hotmail.com
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 19:47:03
mjm How long is it taking for packages to get there?
Name: Steven Becker
Email: steviebs06@a0l.com
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 15:11:54
Please post an address & name to send donations to help Pat Jacobs' Xmas Cheer plan.Our son served with the unit in Iraq and the Sky Soldiers will always be apart of our family. The Beckers
Name: mjm
Email: mojomamma3@aol.com
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 13:13:55
Spent some time with my son via web cam (best thirty bucks I ever spent) this morning. Chosen Co. 1st PLT 2/503. It was the first I have heard from him since he went back on the 3rd. Said he has been very busy and this was the first chance he had to get on line. He looked wonderful and said everyone was fine. He got his Christmas tree and the ornaments I sent right after he left. Said the microwave and table top made it too.
Name: mjm
Email: mojomamma3@aol.com
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 13:13:50
Spent some time with my son via web cam (best thirty bucks I ever spent) this morning. Chosen Co. 1st PLT 2/503. It was the first I have heard from him since he went back on the 3rd. Said he has been very busy and this was the first chance he had to get on line. He looked wonderful and said everyone was fine. He got his Christmas tree and the ornaments I sent right after he left. Said the microwave and table top made it too.
Name: Melissa
Email: HHC question
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 09:47:36
There is an HHC with both the 503 and 508...its the headquarters company.
Name: Stanley D. Rogers Sr.
Email: roge5301@netzero.net
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 09:13:00
Just spoke to my son in Chosen Few, 2nd/503, 3rd Platoon, Weapons Squad. Everyone is still doing fine.
Name: Rebecca Cox
Email: meashekake79@hotmail.com
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 04:43:34
Is HHC with the 508 or 503, or is there two? I just got a wonderful call for 20 min with my friend and he said that he was in 2nd platoon for 2-503 able and had been detached from them and is now with two other guys from his unit but with the HHC. Anyone else have a soldier with him? Thanks! - Rebeecca
Name: SEAN'S DAD
Email: Airbornemcdonald@aol.com
Date: 11/19/05
Time: 04:06:41
Hello all, just spoke to my son ABLE co. 2/503 rd. They just got back this am. He is coming home on leave soon, he said they post the schedule on the 20th I can't wait to see him. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone, and GOD BLESS OUR SKY SOLDIERS. John McD
Name: Sheila
Email: dssteely@yahoo.com
Date: 11/18/05
Time: 19:57:57
Thanks for the info on Able Co. My son called before he left on this mission but I was still hoping for some word.
Name: Leanne
Email: lharmann@wi.rr.com
Date: 11/18/05
Time: 15:08:27
Mrs. Jacobs, Do you need help to offset the shipping costs? Please email me and let me know. Thank you so much for your support. What you have done is just fabulous. Proud parents of a 1-508th soldier.
Name: Gina
Email: ginamichellet@hotmail.com
Date: 11/18/05
Time: 14:13:33
I wanted to let everyone know that I make the deployment bracelets. My husband is in 1-508th A Co. I have made some and sent to the moms of soldiers I know. I only charge 39.99 + S&H. It is the name in sterling silver, red white and blue swarovski crystals and I have also put yellow glass beads in between, and 4-6 charms depending on how long the name is. I don't know if this is the proper place to place this info, but I just thought I would put it out there. Contact me by email if you are interested.
Name: Able Company 3rd PLT -2/503
Email: ...
Date: 11/18/05
Time: 10:52:41
Able Company 3rd PLT 2/503 just started a 4-6 week mission. They won't be in touch much for awhile.
Name: 2/503 Family
Email: To Chuck
Date: 11/18/05
Time: 09:08:02
Thank you Chuck!! We've become so dependent on the internet :)
Name: Chuck
Email: Gropa5@aol.com
Date: 11/18/05
Time: 08:31:07
Heard from my 1st Platoon, Chosen, 2/503 - Internet down but everything is going OK
Name: christina
Email: christi236@hotmail.com
Date: 11/18/05
Time: 08:14:39
I heard from 1-508 yesterday. They were out for a while but doing fine. Hope you hear from your soldier soon!
Name: beth
Email: bethydan@hotmail.com
Date: 11/18/05
Time: 07:28:27
Has anyone heard from the 508th lately? It has been 3 weeks since I have heard from my husband. I am wondering if their internet or phone is not working, or if they have been busy for a while. This has been the longest time that I have had to wonder what is going on. Thanks.
Name: girl
Email: +++
Date: 11/18/05
Time: 07:03:01
hi everyone! i heard today from 503rd/scouts that everything is ok.hope this help.
Name: Sheila Steely
Email: dssteely@yahoo.com
Date: 11/17/05
Time: 18:33:50
Any news of Able Company 3rd PLT lately?
Name:
Email: Wow!
Date: 11/17/05
Time: 17:38:25
Way to go Mrs. Jacobs!.....http://www.dailypress.com/news/local/virginia/dp-va--shoeboxsanta1117nov17,0,6842468.story?coll=dp-headlines-virginia
Name: Jessica
Email: jessicajrone@aol.com
Date: 11/17/05
Time: 13:25:34
You can get the deployment bracelet at : http://www.beadworkbysheree.com/deployment-bracelets.htm
Name: *********
Email: ***********
Date: 11/17/05
Time: 13:16:44
What is the site for he deployment bracelet? I would like to buy one.
Name: 2/503 Family
Email: To Jessy
Date: 11/17/05
Time: 07:51:07
Thank you for asking your husband about it Jessy. Makes us feel better- you can drive yourself nuts watching the news while not hearing from the boys and it makes your mind race to say the least. Appreciate you checking for us.
Name: Jessica
Email: jessicajrone@aol.com
Date: 11/17/05
Time: 05:10:13
Regarding the deployment brachelet: No, there are not charms already on the bracelet. The bracelet comes with just the name and the crystals for 39.00 and if you want any charms on the bracelet, they are 8.00 a piece.
Name: Jessica
Email: jessicajrone@aol.com
Date: 11/17/05
Time: 05:08:20
Regarding the deployment bracelent: No, the charms are not included. The bracelet comes with just the name and crystals for 39.00 and if you want any charms, they are an extra 8.00 dollars each
Name: Red Devil Supporter B CO
Email: rangergirl
Date: 11/17/05
Time: 03:46:33
100 days to go counting and praying!
Name: A.
Email: bracelet
Date: 11/17/05
Time: 03:36:19
I was wonderin, does anybody know if the deployement bracelet has already charmes on it without adding the optional ones? thanx!
Name: Jessy
Email: Chosen FEW
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 23:59:28
To who was asking about CHOSEN Few internet...internet has been down talked to my husband yesterday about it. He said they are workin on it tryin to get everything up and running again. Baby, I love you and hope you are warm and safe. Just a few more months and you'll be home!! ~*Jessy*~
Name: ce
Email: cd*
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 18:41:47
Thanks Jessica! I really appreciate all your words of encouragement and advice.
Name: mary
Email: jmhuser@charter.com
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 17:51:45
I got a email from my son 2nd platoon charlie company today. said all is well just wanted me to send him and his squad a toaster oven as they have many small pizzas and would taste better in a toaster oven. Said it is cold enough to snow but none yet. I ordered a deployment bracelet for myself I think they look real nice. I also told my brother about it as he has 2 sons in the army and thought it would be a nice gift for his wife. Winter has arrived her to Wis. snow, wind and cold just the kind of weather the deer hunters want. Happy Thanksgiving to all.
Name: Jessica
Email: jessicajrone@aol.com
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 17:13:37
To Ce: Yes, it is alright to send chocolate... I actually have sent chocolate to my husband the whole entire deployment -and every time he got it just fine, so chocolate is okay to send -especially now that it is cold
Name: ce
Email: ce*
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 16:43:19
For Christmas packages...Is it ok to send chocolate now that it's cooler? Does it make it ok?
Name: 2/503 Family
Email: TO Michelle
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 16:01:33
Thanks for the update on 1st squad Chosen. That just leaves me 2nd squad now. And does anyone know was Chosen Co sent away from base all this time or just lose internet capability? I know this board is public so if can't say, no problem.
Name: 2/503 friend
Email: 2/503friend
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 15:52:57
anyone heard from 2/503 Able company second platoon recently? Haven't heard from my friend in about 6 weeks and just wondered if anyone has heard from them? thanks...
Name: christmas
Email: islizdizzy@yahoo.com
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 15:28:26
HI everyone we heard form our son 1 508 C co 3rd platoon on sunday he said thay had just got back from patrol he said it is getting very cold and asked for gloves, I found good ones at Costco very cheap, sent enough for the whole squad for christmas, they'll get them early but thats o.k. Also just wanted to let you know that a few weeks back I sent an email to a soup company Bear Creek Soups, which I have been sending to my son and shared where their product was going and how it was a comfort to be able to send something that would make my son's life a little more comfortable, I never even thought they would reply. But yesterday I recieved a large box with 30 packages in it they just wanted to help support our soldiers. It did my heart good to know that people care about our soldiers and just want to show their appreciation. thought this would encourage you all. liz spence
Name: billy kelly
Email: make it up
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 15:11:44
i dont think you have to worry about cabin pressure or temp. just make sure there hydrated when deploying. ive had a lot of hunting dogs in the past and they seemed tonot care about the climate ,but more about the ride. dogs love to cover ground just like the herd ...
Name: Melissa
Email: pets/airlines
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 14:16:22
There are three options for flying your pets, at least with Delta, which is with whom I'm flying...One is only an option if you have a very small pet, they can fly in the cabin with you if they can fit in a carrier that fits in front of the seat in front of you. The second option is to check the pet as luggage...I was quoted $110 per pet for that, but its only an option if it won't get below 45 degrees at any of the stops because they may have to be on the tarmac for some time and can get hypothermia. The third option with Delta is to fly them in the "Pet First" program which treats them as cargo and they are flown in pressurized, temperature controlled areas, but are not subject to the temperature restrictions. This service costs more, although I don't know exactly how much.
Name: Michele
Email: TO Jessica
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 14:12:44
I just ordered a bracelet for xmas and can't wait to get it. Thank you for posting the site it is now saved on my favorites! For all who were asking,Chosen Co might be out because we haven't heard from our son in a few weeks. He supports 1st and 3rd squad 2/503. Take care Michele Dodge
Name: Kellie
Email: armywife@hotmail.com
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 13:49:42
I flew my dog back to the states the beginning of this year in March and he flew down with the luggage. I was going to take him back to Italy with me in Feb, but it is going to be too cold to fly him with the luggage. He is too big to fly in the cabin. He wont fit under the seat. I am just going to have to keep him with my parents. I also haven't heard from my husband in 3 weeks. He is 508th HHC. I have gotten a short emails from him a few times, but no phone call or anything. Hopefully they will slow down and have some down time soon.
Name: Jessica
Email: jessicajrone@aol.com
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 13:30:44
To Holly: My husband isnt in the 503 HHC, but he is in the 508th HHC and he also told me that once winter came things would start to calm down and they wouldnt be so busy -but that too isnt the case. I dont know if it is because there still is no snow where they are located yet -but my husband goes out even more I believe. Remember, no news is good news -although that phrase stinks because I know how important it is to hear from your soldier. I will be praying that you hear from him soon.
Name: To Jo
Email: From Holly
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 12:09:21
Thanks Jo. It's just really hard waiting to hear news. It makes me feel better knowing I'm not the only one who's waiting. My soldier told me things would be slowing down and he'd have more free time with winter coming. I never expected to hear from him even less!!! Hopefully he's right though and they'll be back soon. Thanks again!
Name: Jo
Email: Stanggrl95@hotmail
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 11:36:23
Holly-- I'm in your same position. I haven't heard from my soldier in 2/503 HHC for about that long. A few people told me that they have heard from their soldiers but I'm wondering if they are out or something like that.
Name: 2/503 Family
Email: Appreciate any updates
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 10:35:44
Anyone hear from 1st Platoon Chosen Co.(2-503) 1st or 2nd squads lately? Been a few weeks since we heard from ours& we used to get emails regularly. Thanks!
Name: Holly
Email: private email
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 10:35:39
Has anyone heard from the guys in HHC 2/503? Scouts in particular? Are they ok? Haven't heard anything for over 3 weeks. Starting to worry. Thanks.
Name: Jon Mowery
Email: jonboy6981@yahoo.com
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 10:29:18
whats up anyone from hhc 1/508 mortars? e-mail me jonboy6981@yahoo.com
Name:
Email:
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 10:20:30
The cargo/luggage compartments of all commercial/passenger airliners is both heated and pressurized.
Name:
Email: Just Curious
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 09:57:21
Where would your dog fly if it's not in cargo? I mean, I understand the cabin, but wouldn't the cargo hold be a colder place for a dog? I'm just wondering. Anybody have any experience with flying a dog in the cabin with you?
Name: Melissa
Email: airline
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 08:45:09
I don't need any help or anything, I already have my reservation and have arranged for my pets to fly weather permitting and have spoken to the Delta PetFirst section to make arrangements for them to be flown as cargo if its too cold. Thanks anyways, but I have everything taken care of.
Name: to melissa
Email: airline
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 07:40:00
try www.whichbudget.com ...it can be helpful.... or leave your e-mail on the site...I can ask Delta tomorrow morning directly. K xx
Name: cristina
Email: 16/11
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 05:50:48
If you want take your pets with you to Italy check it at first with airline because many airlines in Europe do not allowed pets on board especially discount airlines like Ryanair.
Name: Melissa
Email: obxprncss@yahoo.com
Date: 11/16/05
Time: 05:42:02
If it is under 45 degrees then Delta can ship them as cargo, its more expensive though.
Name: Jamie
Email: borderline923@hotmail.com
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 20:24:22
here's a website to the lyrics of 8th of November for those who were asking about it... http://www.metrolyrics.com/lyrics/2147427244/Big_&_Rich/8th_of_November
Name: Kellie
Email: armywife@hotmail.com
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 19:44:36
Melissa: You said you are taking pets back to Italy? I was going to bring mine but they said they wont fly them if it is below 45 degrees anytime during the flights and in Feb it is going to be 45 degrees. Just wondering how you are getting yours back to Italy. Or will yours fit under the seat?
Name: Melissa
Email: airline ticket
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 19:11:23
I just booked my ticket for the most likely date to lock in a fare. if I have to change it, it costs me $200 plus the change in fare to change it. There are lots of cheap tickets to Europe from major airports...I have found the part of the trip that adds the most cost is getting from where I live to a major hub for the international flight....I bought my ticket already, jsut for a date I'm fairly sure my husband will be home, and its on delta (I'm bringing pets and wanted one airline the entire way) and was in the $700-800 range round trip.
Name:
Email: xxx
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 18:06:38
I think the name of the song is the 8th of November and believe it is in regards to a battle in Vietnam on that date.
Name: beatriz
Email: dansenil@yahoo.com
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 17:38:55
Again ME!!! check tickets-to-europe.com and www.discountfares.com . hope it helps you!!!
Name: Wife
Email: bbb
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 17:31:46
For those of you who have booked tickets back to Italy, did you book an open ticket, or how did you do it since we don't know exact dates yet of when they are coming back? Just curious. The prices seem very reasonable right now, but obviously I don't know when to book it for.
Name: SPC. F. Mom
Email: ...
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 16:17:56
Would like to know of some holiday baked goods that are hits over there and the best way to ship them!! I know the date is coming up soon to send things. Thanks so much!
Name: Just a Mom
Email: .....
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 15:31:29
What is the name of the song that Big & Rich does about the 173d?
Name: beatriz
Email: dansenil@yahoo.com
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 15:10:10
Ok, i'm sorry i'm bothering you all the time, people. I found a flight at www.usairways.com for 508$ roundtrip to Venice.
Name: beatriz
Email: dansenil@yahoo.com
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 15:03:40
Check Shermanstravel.com and travelocity.com for cheap flights to Europe. Airfrance has one for 668$ and United and Lufthansa have some from NY to London for 293$. From london to Venice or Verona you can find flights for as low as 19 Euros. Then another one from NY to Madrid for 448$ and you can check Ryaniar.com for tickets from Madrid and London to Verona (sometimes you could pay just 1 EURO plus taxes!!!!) Remember, If you are going to Italy after Chrismast, better if you do so after January 6 because it is holiday in Italy and flights are more expensive. b
Name: beatriz
Email: dansenil@yahoo.com
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 14:36:18
To Melissa, I think I have some information for you about your soggiorno paperwork. If you don't have your soggiorno and you are trying to go back to Italy. the CARABINIERI will ask you for a roundtrip ticket. You don't need the visa, because in the plane they will give you a European Visa that you have to fill put with your personal information (name, adress in Italy,...) and you can use that as long as you stay in Italy less than 90 days. It 's a tourist visa. If you are thinking about staying in Italy longer, you have to go to the LEGAL OFFICE on post and tell them that you need the soggiorno paperworks done within 90 days. I have a good friend in Italy (Padova) and her dad is a Carabinieri, I could ask her for some information other than this I am giving to you. I hope it helps you. Have a nice day, Beatriz Barreca
Name: Jessica
Email: jessicajrone@aol.com
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 13:52:31
To the Sgt's Mom: This is the site where you can go to order your deployment bracelet: http://www.beadworkbysheree.com/deployment-bracelets.htm - she really does a wonderful job!
Name: Sgt's Mom
Email: nnn.nnn
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 13:32:56
RE Support...We have a huge flagpole in our front yard flying the American Flag with the 173rd flag flying beneath--of course we have a light shining on it that comes on from dusk to dawn automatically, huge yellow ribbons hanging from every pine tree in our yard, and a Blue Star placcard hanging in the front window--you bet everyone in our neighborhood knows my boy's proudly serving his country! By the way, where did you find the DEPLOYMENT BRACELET?? I'd love to order one!!!!
Name:
Email: casey_mitchell12@hotmail.com
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 13:08:31
I just wanted everyone to know that there is a local business in our small town of 9000 people who has devoted their time to help soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan. The business in Called SIYellow Ribbon. There is a website about it online. I just wanted to let everyone know the Lady who owns and runs this business will be on Montel Williams on Dec 1st. Please watch if you get a chance.Thanks
Name: Jessica
Email: jessicajrone@aol.com
Date: 11/15/05
Time: 12:20:12
I have a bracelet I orde