"The mission of Packages From Home is to send care and comfort packages to deployed American military heroes who are stationed in active duty theaters around the world, as well as to facilitate activities that elevate morale of all veterans."
There are so many stories from our service men and women about how they celebrate Christmas overseas. They do not get caught up in the commercialism of the day. There are few if any Christmas trees and the decorations are usually pictures of their families at home. Presents are usually given by a lottery to the younger and lower class soldiers. No one gets caught up in the fairness of it all but try to enjoy the giving spirit. Church services are arranged and no solider is turned away. The greatest difficulty during this time is missing their families. Even though they are happy to serve our country and fight for our continued freedoms, some of them give up years with their wives and children that they won't be able to get back. This group was formed to give back to our servicemen while they are away from their loved ones. They send packages filled with comfort items like socks, books, movies and food items. There are many way to volunteer your time to help gather items to send and even host parties to collect money or items to be packaged for our soldiers.
During this time, if you know a soldiers family let them know you are thinking of them and thank them for giving up their spouse. They are sacrificing just as much as our servicemen.
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