September 2007

Packages went out to Christopher Sanchez and Matt Offiler this month.  Great news about our other contacts is that they are all on their way home - or have recently arrived back home.

First, here is an email from Lucas Dresser.  Lucas is young marine from Florida who has been our contact for over 6 months and has been in Iraq for one year.  Lucas just returned home and is traveling to Rhode Island for the 3rd Annual Rhody's Run for the Troops.

Kristin,

Hey! I'm finally getting settled back in at home. I have had such a good visit with everyone, it's great to be home. We all are looking forward to our trip up to RI! It's only a few more weekends away I can't believe it. Until next time we speak, take care and I'll talk to you soon!
-Luke

This month, we sent lots of snacks, toiletries, newspapers and magazines with both Matt and Christopher.  We also sent about 25 DVDs and a portable DVD player to both of them.  We'll certainly pass along their emails once we hear that the packages have been received.

Here is the picture of Matt and his soldiers before going on patrol. 
 

We are looking forward to seeing you all at the race.  When you arrive, take a look around - you'll see some familiar faces or their families:

Captain Laurie Ludovici

SGT Lucas Dresser


1LT Matt Offiler's family


Thank you to our sponsors!  We could not have the race without them.
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