Posted on Sep 26, 2016
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One of the school clubs my daughter is in will be putting together and sending out care packages. For those that are or have deployed what small things would have made or would make your life a little bit more enjoyable.
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Long ages ago, when all water came in bottles, I very much liked getting Kool-Aid packets. When the CoC demands you drink 5 giant bottles a day (and truth be told an extra one or two was a pretty good idea) it got pretty dull without a flavoring. Some of my comrades were putting coffee, salt or sugar from the MREs in theirs just to change it up.
Also, shampoo. You can feel pretty clean just washing your head-n-junk once in a while even if you haven't seen a shower for a few weeks, and shampoo goes on easy and rinses easier.
Paperback books. Especially if you know what your guy likes. After a while, a recreational reader will read *anything*. I don't think I'd have read "Silence of the Lambs" (before the movie!) if I hadn't been in the desert for three months already.
Also, shampoo. You can feel pretty clean just washing your head-n-junk once in a while even if you haven't seen a shower for a few weeks, and shampoo goes on easy and rinses easier.
Paperback books. Especially if you know what your guy likes. After a while, a recreational reader will read *anything*. I don't think I'd have read "Silence of the Lambs" (before the movie!) if I hadn't been in the desert for three months already.
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Readers digest, chips ahoy, popcorn is a big one but we have a microwave. Pringles go fast, pens are always nice to have because they get lost often. peppermints like the ones you get at a restaurant are constantly being eaten. Crystal light packets since we all drink bottled water. bottles or packets of hot sauce and bbq sauce are also good. What not to send - we get toiletries in every box but everyone already has their favorite brand so nobody really needs all the excess travel size shampoo and such. It just doesn't get used. On the other hand, baby wipes, q tips, and washcloths are useful. Also, letters and drawings are awesome too, especially from children.
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The things I loved in those packages were jerky, crossword puzzles, and the letters from those grade school kids (the best items, actually).
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SPC David S.
Will do MSG (Join to see) - the jerky seems to be a hot item. I'll see if I can help out on this and get them to write letters.
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SPC David S. - I loved those kids letters so much, every time we got a package from a grade school class, my Team Leader would give me the letters to respond. I got a hoot every time.
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Whoever took this picture really, really captured a spectacular moment. Thanks for the share.
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Too often packages have too many sweets. Cookies and candy are appreciated but they don't really enhance life downrange. Dry foods that can be boiled to be prepared are awesome, as well as spices and sauces. Coffee, teas, and drink powders are also a well received gift. For guys in isolated areas, simple toiletries like toothbrushes, toothpaste, unscented soap, razors, shaving cream, and shampoo are always appreciated. If you are sending packages to a National Guard unit think local or regional treats. Dry or powdered goods will give you the most bang for your buck in terms of shipping costs. Popular books are also a great idea.
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