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I couldn't have said it better than JenniferinMO. I have blue ribbons on my car - 5 of them. They say "Support Peace".
I get so insulted when people make the assumption that not supporting the war equals not supporting the troops. So I decided to walk my talk and do something tangible, something more than making sure my voice is heard (loudly!) by every representative I have.
I went to "SoldiersAngels.org", a non-profit, non-denominational service started by the mother of a soldier that matched me up with a soldier in Iraq. I send him letters about twice a week and care packages monthly. The knowledge that I am helping one soldier know that someone cares, that his name will be called at mail call, that he will get the Folger's coffee he asked for...helps me feel like I am really making a difference.
Until this despicable administration is brought to its knees and our soldiers are brought home, I will make sure my one soldier know he is appreciated for serving his country...I write it in every letter I send him.
