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Jenn A.
on 10/19/07 6:53 am - Visalia, CA
Topic: Calling all Teachers~ School, Home School or Sunday School

Calling all Teachers~ School, Home School or Sunday School

 

I am working on a holiday project for Marine Recruits who are sick or injured and having to spend time in Medical Rehab Platoon. Many of the recruits don't know if they will get sent home or they will get to see their dream come true. Below is a letter if you can read it and help out that would be great. Thanks, Jenn I am with a group call Marine Moms Online (MMO). We are an Internet support group for thousands of families of the Marine Corps. Each holiday season we turn our attention to sick and injured recruits at the Training Depots in both San Diego and Parris Island . These young men and women, approx 750, have been removed from regular training and will be in the Special Training Company (STC) over the holiday season. On Christmas morning MMO delivers a patriotic holiday stocking to each of these recruits. The stockings are filled with items that have been donated from various sources. In the stockings the recruits receive phone cards, envelopes, stamps, note pads and pens. But the key "gift" in this stocking is a bundle of letters that we collect from children all over the country. Last year each recruit had 12 letters in their stocking. That is over 8000 letters! Our goal is to bring cheer to these special recruits on Christmas Day and to show them how much we support them and stand behind their determination to become a United States Marine. And you can be part of that impact - in a very simple way! Would you please help by collecting letters and/or drawings from children of all ages? The subject can be patriotic, holiday wishes, or even a simple thank you for serving our county. It can be from schools, Sunday schools, clubs, and just your own kids. The end result is letters. However you decide is the best way for your class or school to participate is greatly appreciated. Following are simple guidelines for the letters. - Notes, letter, pictures and cards accepted. - Salutation should be "Dear Recruit" - Envelope for each letter/drawing is not necessary - send it all in one package to the address below. - NO personal return addresses. - Mark the back of each note with a classroom sticker or stamp with the school address, if they desire possible responses from recruits. Please mail your letters to arrive by December 5, 2007 to this address: MMO Holiday Project c/o The Avery’s

2403 West Sunnyside Ave Visalia CA 93277
Thanks in advance for your support of our project. We can make the Christmas season just a little better for these recruits who SO desire to serve our country. Sincerely, Jennifer Avery P.S. You can view photos from past visits at this website: http://marinemomvisits.com

 

Jenn  ~ Obesity Help Support Group Coach~
    
**In Memory of My Son PFC Jeffrey A. Avery KIA Iraq 4/23/07 **
 
If you can't stand behind our Troops feel free to stand in front of them!

 

 

 

 

 

Ronda E.
on 10/16/07 9:21 am - Tustin Ranch, CA
Topic: OH Magazine Issue 5 2007
You cheered for him on TV when he walked away with the Biggest Loser title and now you can read about Erik Chopin and his decision to forgo weight loss surgery and choose to lose his weight through diet and exercise. Erik's story about weight loss and plastic surgery appears in the latest issue of OH Magazine, as well as a sidebar from his plastic surgeon Dr. Andre Aboolian who explains what you need to know if considering plastic surgery. Readers will also learn about Lap Band fills; saline vs. silicone breast implants--what you need to know; finding intimacy; and fitness basics. You will also receive delicious recipes for the fall season and see before and after photos of your fellow OH members. This issue offers something for everyone whether you are considering weight loss surgery, already underwent weight loss surgery or are losing those excess pounds through diet and exercise. If you are already a subscriber, your issue is on its way. If you still need to subscribe to this bi-monthly publication, and receive six issues for the low price of $25, please click on the purple word Magazine at the top of this page or go directly to http://www.oh-magazine.com. If you have any questions regarding your current subscription, or need help subscribing, please email Annie at [email protected].
Ronda Einbinder
OH Magazine
Public Relations/Staff Writer

hairbender1
on 10/16/07 8:40 am
Topic: RE: I have a surgery date
THANK YOU ..I THINK WE ALL WONDER ABOUT THE MAN WITH THE KNIFE, .ALTHO I AM CONFINDENT OF HIM, IT IS STILL GOOD TO HEAR THOSE COMMENTS...
Maghan M.
on 10/16/07 7:46 am
Topic: RE: I have a surgery date

Congrats to you!  I watched Dr. Haley do a few of these surgeries a couple of months ago and he is great!  I wish you the best of luck!

 

HeidiCoyote
on 10/16/07 3:22 am - Pringle, SD
Topic: RE: Dont' know where to go best
Hi hairbender 1, I scheduled surgery for next week in Denver and am in the middle of the pre-op diet, doing good and excited to get this on its way. They are starting a support group in Rapid City. Thanks for all the support and  suggestions.
girlrabbit
on 10/16/07 3:18 am - Pierre, SD
Topic: RE: I have a surgery date
Congrats! I am scheduled for surgery on November 5th, so I start the pre-op diet in a few days. I am also apprehensive, but this will be great!  Good luck!
hairbender1
on 10/15/07 10:10 pm
Topic: RE: Dont' know where to go best

HI, DID YOU GET RESPOSE TO YOUR QUESTIONS?..I AM SURE WHERE PRINGLE IS LOCATED, BUT MY DAUGHTER IS CHECKING INTO SURGERY AND SHE CONTACTED MEDICAID AND THEY WILL PAY FOR THE LAP BAND SURGERY BUT ONLY WITH DR.OBRIAN IN SOO FALLS..BUT FROM ALL I HAVE HEARD, HES GOT A GREAT REP. WITH LAP BAND SURGERY..GOOD LUCK TO YOU..

hairbender1
on 10/15/07 10:04 pm
Topic: I have a surgery date
I AM SO EXCITED..I GOT APPROVAL ON FRIDAY..IT ONLY TOOK A WEEK!!! MY SURGERY IS SCHEDULED FOR NOV.19 WITH DR.HALEY IN MITCHELL..I CANNOT WAIT TO JOIN YOU GUYS ON THE LOSING SIDE..A LITTLE APPREHENSIVE AS I HAVE NEVER HAD SURGERY BEFORE BUT HAPPY NONE THE LESS....START THE PRE-OP DIET ON NOV.5TH..IS THIS HARD TO DO??
girlrabbit
on 10/12/07 7:39 am - Pierre, SD
Topic: Anyone w/ Federal Blue Cross Blue Shield and had LapBand with Dr. O'Brien?

I am scheduled for surgery in a couple of weeks, and would like to talk to anyone who has coverage through the Federal Employee Program - Blue Cross Blue Shield. PLEASE send me a message if you might be able to help. thanks!!!!

(deactivated member)
on 10/10/07 1:18 pm, edited 10/10/07 1:18 pm - MN
Topic: RE: Attention ALL LAP BAND Buds!!
Too busy tomorrow night.  But thanks!
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