Afghanistan Force Requirements

Michael Yon does it again, guest Authors from the Institute for the Study of War...Very revealing, and straight forward. Is anyone from D.C. reading these articles and reports? Comprehensive report check it out for yourself...http://www.michaelyon-online.com/images/pdf/afghanistan_force_requirements.pdf

Manny Called!

Hi everyone,,,,Manny sounded good he was wanting to hear any news of anything random and new from the states, I will be better prepared next week with more trivia (entertainment etc.)! The cut-off for packages is October 15th. I am cramming 2 more boxes full today, one went out last week. As I mentioned in an earlier post, it is chilly in the evenings over there. Over the next few weeks I will be making some alterations to this site. Thanks for your support! Keep the letters going out to Manny! God Bless our Marines!
I have put a new link up to the 2/8 G.Co. newsletter to the right check there for the latest updates on the 2/8 G. Co.! Also, a link to the main page look under Golf co. pics. if you would like to print or save to your computer Manny is in 1st Platoon he is on the top right easy to find! All Golf Co. pic is under Golf co. If you are new to my site, (even if your not) please note the Disclaimer at the bottom of the page! This site was created to be a blessing for those looking for information either on Manny or 2/8 G. or just general info. for us Marine parents, family and friends, it is always Great to find and share information! Not all sites are for everyone, there are a few sites out there that I didn't find helpful, so I certainly understand. I welcome all and hope this site helps you find what your looking for and looking forward to the new changes .

Manny Called 5:30 A.M.

Good Morning all...Manny called he sounded great, very anxious to be headed home. They still do not have a firm date. I have added a link to a video from August, 2/8 Echo Co. Manny is living the same, so check it out, these guy's are amazing! As soon as I get word on a cut-off date for packages I will let you know. I forgot to mention, that it is very cold at night for these guy's as the weather is not 120 degrees anymore, at night more like 69 degrees and they are freezing, putting on everything they can to keep warm. I just mailed a fleeced lined sweatshirt hope it gets to him in time to help. Our connection was crappy today hard to hear him very well. He said he was the last person to use the phone today. He made sure to ask for magazines outdoor mags, fitness, trucks (diesel). Sounds like he is low on everything. Oh yeah, he still has the foot ointment and powder so I guess he doesn't need anymore of that! Manny said he really didn't want to ask for anything as he could get by without. So I am not really sure what other stuff he needs besides what I had mentioned in my last weeks post regarding his phone call. It was great to be able to tell my son how much I loved him, I know how much he misses all of us, it is hard for these guys to be away from family and friends for so long. Hard for those of us that Love him, to have him away......God Bless to everyone and Thank You for your letters and care packages to Manny.

New links Check them out!

I have posted some new links today, Michael Yon wrote a beautiful piece about Pedro Rescue Helicopter PJ's. His photo's are breathtaking and leave you feeling as though you are there. Straight forward reporting. I have also posted a link to Al Qaeda's latest threats to the U.S. I hope Americans realize this is more than justification for being in Afghanistan. Sending over additional troops shouldn't even be up for debate. Manny was 12 years old when 9/11 tragically occurred, now 20 and in the U.S. Marines currently serving in Afghanistan, he has never forgotten that day. ...

Manny Update September 9, 2009

Good Morning all! Manny called at 2:18 a.m. he is doing well and is anxious to be home with his family and friends soon. He received several moto-mails dated August 26th a few days ago so it isn't taking as long to get them to him now. John, he loved hearing about what everyone has been up too over the summer! Never enough time to really speak with him but it is just good to hear his voice and too know he is well. That is about it for today thank you all for the moto-mail to Manny keep up the encouraging mail. God Bless to all...

Video of What it is really like in Afghanistan

I have posted a link to a great video sorry it is not the Marines but the Army is over there doing it for us all too..they are all brave US Soldiers hear their story and get a feel for what our soldiers and Manny's life is like everyday .....

Manny Called 12:30AM!

He sounded tired this time.....said they woke him up just to make his phone call, it was 9AM there he sleeps on a rotating shift and is on guard at other times while others sleep. HE needs batteries(size AA), socks, snacks pretzels, cheese curls, beef jerky etc and probably razors refill fusion. We will get a pkg off to him on Saturday. He is not getting very much mail, John he said he had not received any letters from you yet and was hoping to talk with you soon? I am not sure if everyone is busy, but take a moment to write him even if it is moto mail he will get it eventually! Pkgs take 30 days so he will get whatever you send end of Sept. 1st of Oct. He misses all and sends his love to all. Diane he said to tell you he got your wedding invitation for next summer. That's all for now, God Bless all and pray for our boys safe return home........