10 Jul 2008:
We're about to close the chapter of our deployment here in Iraq. Our sailors, along with other multi-service counterparts, are toughing out the constant 110+ heat every day. Although there still few individuals who pass out due to the heat, most of us are doing well adjusting. This is our biggest worry right now, not only heat, but also the change of mood in everyone's physical, emotional and mental state of keeping alert and focus at all times. Indeed a trial of will for us all! They don't call this 101 critical days of summer for no reason. There are plenty of water and other hydration products available for us all which is a world of difference. Our battalion has its share of personnel issues weather hardship or some sort of family emergency back home. This much time away from family is surely putting its toll on everyone. We are all who we have and we're making good comforting and caring for each other. The diversity makes our country great that we're able to find ways to deal with whatever issue that will come our way.
With what you do and the care you bring to our armed forces do make a great deal of relief and happiness. For all thank you very much! Our servicemembers and civilian counterparts do appreciate all that you do for us. You just don't know what smiles these people have when they partake the boxes of "goodies", which is a real morale booster. We just can't give you all enough thanks and appreciation! GOD Bless us all!
Sincerely,
CPO Dalog, Sr.
20 May 2008
- all 3 members of the US armed forces are represented in our area of operation. There's been a constant transition of personnel so a lot of movements and logistical issues are always happening. Your support and assistance has never been much more appreciated this time of the year. Weather is constantly in the 100's and doesn't look like there any relief in sight for the next dreadful months. We are constantly in the hydration mode, since we can not afford any of our servicemembers suffer heat stress or worse. Our military forces are doing great things here. They are toughing out every situations we are faced with. Thanks to many support organiztions, we are always reminded of why we are here fighting for our citizens. We get news updates regularly so we are always thankful that we are appreciated. Again thank you all very much for your unyeilding support!
Sincerely,
CPO Dalog
30 Mar 2008
On behalf of the Sailors from NPDB4 in Iraq thank you very much for your continued support. We've received 6 boxes from Sarah Becker and the 5th graders from Hallowell Elementary School, PA. Our sailors were very appreciative and thankful for all the goodies, hygiene products and cards. It was like Christmas in March. At first I was very touched and looking at the smiles on our sailors as they picked stuff off the boxes, I thought it was something very special. It was very exciting! Gestures of these types, simply makes our time here worthwhile knowing we are here for the citizens of United States of America.
I wish I have the liberty to tell everyone what we do here, but for obvious reasons and our troops' safety, there are different "authorized" way of obtaining information on what we do. Our sailors are at war in support of the war on terror. At average, we spend 14+ hours at work. Our logistics and support here at camp are doing great to support us. We have a descent size gym with descent equipments, computer access and phone centers. We do have ways to communicate with our loved ones back home on a daily basis. Our Morale, Welfare and Recreation team do their best to provide our troops with what they can for us to enjoy a little R & R when we are off shift.
Once again we thank you very much for your outstanding support! GOD Bless!
Sincerely,
CPO F.L. Dalog, Sr.
" What we have done for ourselves dies with us. What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal." -Albert Pike-
09 Mar 2008
Greetings! I received the care package you sent and was able to share it with our members of the US Armed Forces. I must say, it brought many smiles, joy and conversation to those who were able to partake. Our service members were able to reminisce their time back home with family and friends, specially the quality times spent together. Thank you very much!
Although, we are not in liberty to discuss in details what our mission is, rest assured that our service members here with us know and are thankful for all the support your program has been doing.
Summer is fast approaching for us here on the desert. We are now in one of the most critical times with our tour. Our concerns are now directed to heat stroke prevention since most of our folks are working out on the field under direct heat. Due to uniform restrictions, we are limited to only use military issued headgear and are not able to wear any other type. Dark safety glasses are highly encourage and of course sunscreen is a must.
Again, our sincere appreciation for all your support! GOD Bless!
24 Feb 2008
Request personal hygeine, candies and snacks. Our sailors have limited supplies on camp and do not have enough resources or time off to stand in line so they can use telephones or computers to communicate with their family. At the minimum, they are working at least 12-14 hr days.
Programs, such as anysoldier.com and your candid support is greatly appreciated by myself and the rest of our sailors, soldiers, marine and arimen. Thank you very much!