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Today I got back in contact with fellow NAFCM; troutman1981: Joshua Gale; 1st off he's been doing joint training @ Ft. Lewis WA. with U.S.ARMY. 2nd He'll be heading back Overseas, 1st time was Iraq, this time he's going to Afghanistan. Departing this Tuesday 10-20-'09. He's consented that I share his contact info. requesting any help in NAFC-Members that would be willing to send "Care-Packages", e.g. Soap, Shampoo, Toothpaste, General Personal Hygiene-Articles, Foot-Powder, ect...He's very busy getting ready for Tuesday, yet this is his personal e-mail addy; josh_gale1999@yahoo.com _ goes between josh_gale...the rest. He also asked that I give yall his APO addy; Joshua Gale FOB Farah ATTN: Air Force 436 APS APO AE 09382 Josh/troutman1981: also stated that "Care Packages" need not be "Gender Specific", **"NO WOMEN" will be where he's going. Josh did mention he's now a SSGT. sewed his rank on in June/July'09. Josh will keep in contact with me & probably others from NAFC? When he gets the chance, also he's not sure of internet set-up where he's going. I'll keep yall posted as info is obtained! I've sent him & his unit X-Mas Cards from students @ a couple of schools here in San Antonio, Tx. He mentioned it would be "NICE" if this could happen again this year. I hope yall can help with this show of "APPRECIATION" to Josh, & possibly others in his unit. The above APO is Accurate/correct. I'd like to Thank any/everyone that helps out*, "Take Care", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})>< .gif) .gif) .png)
   USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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thanks James. Jenn and I will send these Brave Souls a package
"it doesn't matter if the horse is blind....Just load the cart anyway!!!" John Madden NFL Hall Of Fame)
Fred Jefferson,MD (NAFC LM) (NAHC LM) (NRA)
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diojisdad: "THANK YOU"...I would like to ask those that drop by this topic to "PLEASE" Keep Josh-troutman1981: in your "PRAYERS" as for "ALL OUR SERVICE MEMBERS" in "HARMS-WAY"... Dear Lord Our God In Jesus Christ Your Son's Holy Name Please Watch Over Our Service Members throughout the world, where ever they may be, Give Them "STRENGTH, GUIDANCE, PATIENCE, & HOPE" Bring Them Home "SAFE & WELL"** Also "PLEASE TAKE CARE of JOSHUA GALE", & Members of His Unit including Everyone Doing Their "DUTY" FOR OUR GREAT COUNTRY..."AMEN", "Take Care & God Bless", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})>< 
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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Thank you to Josh for his service. I wish he had a little more time, I'd take him fishing. Lewis is just up the road a ways. Be safe over there and maybe when you get back if you drop in Washington again . JustDave
Living Large in Oregon
Life Member Since '94,
1st Member of the NAFC Western Fishers,
Proud User of St. Croix, Lamiglass, Shimano, Fishcraft, Mercury,
Jabber Knuckles,
Fishing With the Boys Guide Service
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Josh Deployed today as of apprx.-10am-Dover-Time, "GodSpeed Brother"** Come Back "SAFE & WELL"...In Jesus Name..."AMEN", "Take Care & God Bless ALL Our Service Members", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})><  **Will post up-dates as available...
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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From me too Josh sanantojcsr. wrote: Josh Deployed today as of apprx.-10am-Dover-Time, "GodSpeed Brother"** Come Back "SAFE & WELL"...In Jesus Name..."AMEN", "Take Care & God Bless ALL Our Service Members", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})>< **Will post up-dates as available... USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
Life Member David BB Linkmeister
US Army '78-'85 West Central Wisconsin
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My prayers to Josh and all the men and women who serve our country May they all come home safe in body,mind and spirit.
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Good luck and stay safe over there Josh!
Southeast PA LM '99
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we are all standing behind you, I hope you stay safe and your time in Afghanistan is quiet, warm, and boring. I will pray for you to return safe and soon. Thank you for your service!
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I sent Josh-troutman1981: an e-mail yesterday, haven't gotten reply as of yet? Hopefully they'll be able to get internet set-up SOON*, Prayers Going Your Way from Texas*, "Take Care & God Bless", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})>< 
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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 *"GREAT NEWS", Just got an e-mail from Josh a while ago. He states he's doing WELL, & to "Thank" & Let Yall know* He also mentioned that some HandSanitizer would be good in any Care-Packages* FYI: Time difference from U.S.E.T. is 8.5hrs. More. Then when Daylight-Saving-Time; 9.5hrs. Also, I found out from U.S.P.S that they've got a Special-APO Military Care-Package Box. Youcan put as much as will fit. From Here in S.A.Tx. Max$ is $11. Guess you'll have to check your local P.O. for any difference. Until next time, "Take Care", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})><
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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The USPS has thier Priority Packages set at Large 12X12x5.5 for $11.95. Allows for up to 70 pounds I believe. Will prepare a few of these for Josh. Question: What type of calling cards for cellular air time does he use? TY Tom
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cedarhurst wrote: The USPS has thier Priority Packages set at Large 12X12x5.5 for $11.95. Allows for up to 70 pounds I believe. Will prepare a few of these for Josh. Question: What type of calling cards for cellular air time does he use? TY Tom
Not sure what type of calling cards used, I'll ask him via e-mail today. Got word from him on facebook, as of yesterday. Josh states he's doing OK*, Mountains remind him of home, Utah*, "Take Care", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})>< "THANK YOU" On Josh's Behalf*....time difference now @ 9.5hrs ahead of USET* his location*....he asked for some "Handsanitizer" last comm. w/him*...
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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JAMES THANKS FOR ALL THE UP-DATES. TELL JOSH WE BE PRAYING FOR HIS SAFE RETURN.
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LIFE DOESN'T GET ANY BETTER THAN A STRINGER OF EATER WALLEYES AND GREAT FRIENDS. L/M NAFC, L/M NAHC, L/M B.A.S.S. LARKSVILLE, PA
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WK#1: Will do Your Honor*, Hope "ALL'S WELL" with MRS. KINGER*, "Take Care & God Bless", I sent Josh an e-mail a while ago, he replies when he gets the chance* I'll Keep Yall Posted*, L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})><
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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James, I figured people here will see that Josh gets a few boxes, so I went to the USO website and sent three boxes. They put a box together and deliver it for $25.00. The box retails for $75.00 so your buying power is tripled. Also, you can send it as a memorial to someone or as a honorarium to a liveing soldier. (If you do the later they send a notice email to the soldier telling them that a package was send from them to another soldier.) I dod that for Josh on two packages. If anyone else wants to do this, here it is.... https://www.uso.org/donate/custom.aspx?id=565&p=352 Darlene and I did 3 today (Sunday) and will do 2 every month until they all come home. Tom
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Oh, Yah, calling cards need to be AT&T or MCI International Calling Cards. Those are the best accrding to http://military.com Thanks guys. Tom
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cedarhurst: "Thanx" for the U.S.O. link above, that's a Great way to help out!! I'll be TCB via that link*, I still haven't heard from Josh, Prayers Going His Way from Texas*, Dear Lord In Jesus Christ Your Son's Holy Name Please Keep Your Protecting Power & Glory Over Josh, & ALL Others In Harms Way..."AMEN", "Take Care", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})><
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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Thanks for the contact info, guys! This will make it a lot easier for me to send out...I am sure that those of you that served remember how great it was to receive mail, to be remembered...I do! So for now I'll keep Josh in my prayers and send out a package or two, perhaps a few letters...
LM since 2005 Bushwacker Deputy Sherif
from S.E. Pa.
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"GREAT NEWS", Just got an e-mail from Josh a while ago*, he states things are quite for now, & that he's doin' OK! Was getting ready to go to work. He also stated that "ANY-TYPE" of Calling-Card will work, asked that the 100 minute cards would help talk to family more! I'll let you know of further up-dates*, "Take Care & God Bless Josh, & ALL Other Service Members", In Jesus Christs Holy Name..."AMEN", L8r. james,"VATO LOCO"<;({})><
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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James, What I'd like is if these cell phone companies would allow us to transfer our unused minutes to soldiers. I have so many unused roll over minites it is not funny. I never use them all. I get something like 1400 a month and use maybe a 100. Tom
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turnip:S'BT;*...You Are "Very Welcome Sir", The "POWER" of a Simple* "LETTER"..., a "PACKAGE"..."Forgetaboutit"!* Yeppers**...Josh's last deplymnt. X-Mas Cards were sent from a couple of school's students'* The unit 1st-Sgt. there éxplained procedure invovled, MSGT. was Very Helpful. Josh did get the cards, ect...I'll post info. pertng. to that issue, when it becomes Available*, it's That Time of Year*...Christmas, Happy-Holidays, Kwanzaa, Hannuka..."Thanx" Pete*... cedarhurst:/Tom, I know what ya mean, when these folks say "USE-ÉM or LOOSE-ÉM"* They're NOT kiddin'...what would be Great, to be able to get them to do. Yet I think some already do "Sponsor" calling -cards for Service Members Over-Seas...? I've got a similar sit. as you* w/my-carrier/prov. they Just "LUV-ME"*, On Josh's Behalf "Thanks to ALL"** for Your "SUPPORT"*, He'd also stated "Thank You's to Everyone here @ NAFC";** "Take Care", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})><
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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"GREAT-NEWS" I got an e-mail from Josh/troutman1988: this mornin'*, He stated he's OK! Also that it's getting Cold over yonder*, On the X-mas cards, ect...Josh stated that they "Don't Have" to be "Personalized" like last time*, So Just send them to his APO, & he'll pass some out*, He also Staed to "Thank Yall"*, well, until next time, "Take Care", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})>< 
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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JAMES THANKS FOR THE UP-DATE ON JOSH.
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LIFE DOESN'T GET ANY BETTER THAN A STRINGER OF EATER WALLEYES AND GREAT FRIENDS. L/M NAFC, L/M NAHC, L/M B.A.S.S. LARKSVILLE, PA
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W-K#1: Your "Very Welcome" Sir*, More Great News from the Rockpile/SandBox....Got an e-mail from Josh this AM*, He stated things are OK, also, he's got some pics to download & he'll send them to me when he gets the chance. They've been having internet problems? Dear Lord Our God, In Jesus Christ Your Son's Holy Name Continue To Provide Your Protection For Josh, & ALL Other of Our Service-Members "SAFE & WELL"..."AMEN" "Take Care", L8r. James,"VATO LOCO"<;({})><
USAF Reg. Vet. SAC; 321st Cmbt. Spprt. Grp. Tx. Bushwacker Deputy Sheriff; Anglers' Legacy Ambassador; B.A.S.S. "Cyborg Fingers King" San Antonio,Tx.
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