This week we joined United Way's Summer of Service (yeah, they copied me) and made cards for our amazing military men and women serving abroad.
I wish I would have taken a picture of my middle man's creativity. He drew an awesome picture and on the other side wrote really big "You Rock!". In writing the letters, they said to think about things that would bring a smile to someone's face. I think that'll do it.
Cards with drawings, stickers, hand-written "thank yous" are great. If your children are old enough letters are even better. Don't know what to write about? Here's a list to get them (and you) started:
- School - what grade you're in, favorite subject, something funny that happened
- Favorite music or TV show
- Recent movie you saw and your favorite part
- Sports teams and how they're doing
- What you did for Spring Break or summer vacation
- Your siblings or friends
- Other likes or dislikes
- Something new you learned and how you felt about it
Most of all, stay positive and avoid controversial subjects (politics, religion, etc). And make sure to tell them how much you appreciate them! The whole point is to give them something to smile about and to know that they are supported by people they don't even know.
If you have apprehension about writing letters or wonder if they will really get it, check out this website for Operation Gratitude. Our letters/cards were sent in a mass package to them and they will distribute them. They also have ideas for sending packages and other ways you can get involved in supporting our troops. Easy project, and yes, I do think it makes a difference.
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