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CAMP PATRIOT, Kuwait - During the holidays, a deployment can be especially hard on soldiers and their families. Some soldiers are lucky enough to go home on their two-week leave, but others must rely on phone calls, internet, and care packages to connect with home and spread the holiday cheer.
In the beginning of December, an unexpected influx of care packages began to arrive here at Camp Patriot, Kuwait. Best Buy Inc., headquartered in the Twin Cities, gathered and sent more than 3,000 care packages to Minnesota National Guard soldiers from the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division “Red Bulls” stationed in Kuwait. The packages included digital cameras, movies, video games, candy, and other small gifts.
Sgt. Jose Carreon, chaplain’s assistant, 1st Bn, 125th FA, began distributing the gifts, Dec. 8. Chief Warrant Officer Michael Pickar, force protection officer, 1st Bn, 125th FA, assisted with the distribution Dec. 9.
“My favorite items were the headphones and the camera because I didn’t have a camera,” said Cpl. Kale Riley of Mankato, Minn., base defense liaison team member, HHB, 1st Bn, 125th FA, “Thanks [Best Buy] for supporting the troops.”
A letter included in the packages read as follows:
“Dear soldier,
It’s hard to know what to say, or how to thank individuals like yourself who performs such great service for us, our families and our country. All of us at Best Buy are so proud of you, of your courage, and of your determination to fight for our freedoms …
… This care package is our way of saying thank you and letting you know that every day we remember the sacrifices that are being made by you on our behalf, so that we can remain free and safe from those who would wish to do us harm. Know that your dedication and support are greatly appreciated…
You are in our hearts and minds always,
Your friends at Best Buy”
Over the past few days, Camp Patriot has been abuzz with soldiers of the 1st Bn, 125th FA comparing the specific items included in their individual care packages. A big “thank you” goes out to Best Buy from all of the soldiers of the 1st Bn, 125th FA.
| Date Taken: | 12.09.2011 |
| Date Posted: | 12.29.2011 08:38 |
| Story ID: | 81855 |
| Location: | CAMP PATRIOT, KW |
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