2006-09-17 07:49:34 · 14 answers · asked by ? 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Sure - I bet he'd appreciate it!
I'm glad to see there are such great people!
2006-09-17 07:52:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
The best thing you can do for him is write often while he is in boot camp. When he gets out, send a card with a little money or a gift card, as he will be wanting some new civilian clothes at his new duty station.
2006-09-17 07:55:02 · answer #2 · answered by Schmorgen 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why on earth you would like to give him "your" money? Do you honestly think that this is what he will need, being without all the good people he has been around for so long? Are you with me, are you willing to follow the direction I try to lead you to? If so, than I think that I gave you some idea already. In addition I can advise you to think about something more personal (not money in pits sake), something that might help him in tough times to go on. That is the best I can do - I just cannot tell you what exactly you should give him. It would not be exactly your gift, am I right?
2006-09-17 08:03:02 · answer #3 · answered by stokrotka 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Money is fine. A prepaid calling card would be nice too. Keep in mind that once he goes to a ship he will probably be forbidden from keeping cash, the Navy uses smart cards (don't know if these are fleet wide or just in the newer ships).
2006-09-17 08:24:20 · answer #4 · answered by veraperezp 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It depends where he's going. If he's living on base in a civilized area, I think a wire-money agency is a good idea. If he's going to fight in a war however, I think a gift a box filled with food and hygenics treats would be the best idea.
2006-09-17 07:53:08 · answer #5 · answered by The Savage Jaw 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I got soap on a rope.....Anyway, money is pretty much useless once you get to bootcamp (that might not make any sense, but it is true). I think if you really wanted to give him a gift postages stamps is a great idea. Other than that you cannot really take much with you.
2006-09-17 09:21:54 · answer #6 · answered by theheronhouse@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-01 01:54:56 · answer #7 · answered by bugenhagen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you give him anything, 100 people have given it to him already, or he already has it, or he wont' have a place to put it because living quarters are very small. Money always helps because service members love to drink when they are homesick, or are glad to be away and they always have unexpected expenses for uniforms, patches, equipment, and whaterver else may be required of him. If you give him something other then money, ask him first. It might not be allowed, or again, no place to put it.
2006-09-17 08:07:04 · answer #8 · answered by sirus3810 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Money would be great! Space is extremely limited especially if the son will be on a ship. You are a good friend.
2006-09-17 07:53:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I heard phone cards make a great gift.
2006-09-17 07:56:52 · answer #10 · answered by fullofsunshine 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depending on where he is stationed. He will always need cash but depending on where he is some favorite things from home will be just the ticket
2006-09-17 08:03:13 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋