My cousin is in the Airforce and is doing his first tour in Iraq for 4 months. Just wondering what kind of stuff you guys need, want to get over there. Help!
2007-01-15 07:14:20 · 12 answers · asked by SAM 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I agree with Lilah M but there are so many things the guys need. Here are a few more examples of things to send.
Oreo cookies- (Huge Hit!)
single serving tuna salad/chicken salad/seafood salad cups
Joke books
silly string (for use with finding hidden tripwires)
Folgers coffee singles
non-refrigerated coffee creamers, such as restaurants use
single packet powder drink mixes (for bottled water)
Pepperidge Farms packs (from the holiday season)
Hard candies of all flavors
batteries
and so much more.
2007-01-15 09:19:27 · answer #1 · answered by Mrs Z. 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What a soldier far away from home wants in a care package - something that touches him - nothing fancy just a note a card that says I am one American who cares. I pray that my angels are with you and I shall carry you in my heart for your safe return. This is what our soldiers long to hear - To know regardless of the political views we as Americans care.
2007-01-15 15:30:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know that pictures always touch hearts no matter what! I would take pictures of his favorite things such as his family, friends, cars, toys then send him cards signed by all of his family and friends. Although, try not to make the pictures too in depth as you want your soldier to be happy to see them...not cry when they see them (ya know what I mean) Then there is the no brainer stuff like toothpaste, soap, snacks (Beef Jerky) anything like that.
2007-01-15 16:44:53 · answer #3 · answered by Ladybug 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband and his soldiers ask for beef jerky alot!!! They said the beef jerky over there is dried out and no taste. Plus phone cards are good, toothpaste, toothbrushes, hand sanitizer, soap and just normal things you would need at home to keep clean.
2007-01-15 15:23:16 · answer #4 · answered by tamara d 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Everyone always says phone cards... they CAN'T use the same phone cards we get over here. It needs to be a "global card". Otherwise, all the minutes are going to be used up before he gets to the operator.
Foods, snacks, razors, stuff like that. Playing cards... stuff to pass the time.
2007-01-15 16:55:56 · answer #5 · answered by Leila M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whatever you send, a hand written note that says that you care and are proud of them and of what they're doing. What they want most is to be appreciated by the American public.
As far as things, they like beef jerky, magazines and DVDs. Female troops love to get girlie stuff.
2007-01-15 16:00:10 · answer #6 · answered by Meri 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a friend over there, one thing he asks for all the time is Silly Putty he states the Iraqi children love the stuff...:)
2007-01-15 15:49:45 · answer #7 · answered by Jailleftwingers 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no alcohol and no pornography. they like pics of family and friends they like movies. ipods video games hard candy no chocolate it melts bar soap socks underwear undershirts.coffee hot cocoa mix coffee creamer sugar packets. hubby said little debbie cakes not chocolate ones are good. chips cookies. jerky is great. hubby likes crackers any kind including cheese and peanut butter. crackers home videos are great hope this helps
2007-01-15 15:41:59 · answer #8 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband is there now and he and his troops like beef jerky, sunflower seeds, toiletries-shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, razors, books, candy, gum, puzzle books (Sudoku is good). Anything that gives them a little comfort of home. DVDs would also be good - movies or TV shows. ALso a note of thanks for their service would be very encouraging. Thanks for caring about our guys over there :)
2007-01-15 16:10:10 · answer #9 · answered by Heidi 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Magazines and Movies. If he/she is a coffee drinker then good coffee. Send a letter and thank him/her for serving.
2007-01-15 17:27:44 · answer #10 · answered by mferunden 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋