Sender: Roger

Soldiers Name: All

Message: One of the hottest items here in the Houston area is the yellow ribbon magnetic "Support our Troops" emblem. One on the most asked questions is "Got a soldier over there?", and the most common reply is "Thousands." I've had a Navy man over there on the minesweeper Devastator, but he's home safe just now. I pray every day that all the rest of you will come home safe.

Sender: Elsie E. Connelly

Soldiers Name: All of the men/women serving

Message: I have never been more proud of you then I am at this time. You are doing the good work. Please if any of you ever make it to Lincoln, please look my name up in the phone book, give me a call and supper, dinner or breakfast is on me.

Love you all, I will keep you in my prayers.

Sender: Brecka Choate

Soldiers Name: Ryan M Perkins USA Wagoner, OK

Message: Ryan, just want you to know that Dusty and I miss you and Can't wait to see you. Love Brecka

Sender: mary carroll

Soldiers Name: maureen barthen

Message: Hi Maureen

We(the Carrolls) are thinking about you, hoping you stay safe and sound, and especially hope that you are on the way home soon. Thanks for all you are doing.

Sender: Jenn Overway

Soldiers Name: Robert Gromley

Message: Hi Uncle Rob! I hope you see this! I want you to know that I'm proud to be your niece and you better come home safe and soon! Love you!!

Sender: Jenn Overway

Soldiers Name: Matt Overway

Message: Hey Sweetie! Natalie and I miss you so much and can't wait till you come home to us! We miss you so much!! We're so proud of you!! We love you!!!!

Sender: Dante Bini from Italy

Soldiers Name: everyone

Message: thank you for everythink.

you are saving the future.

the cost is very high for you for reason thank you again.

Sender: JD and Lyndell Doss

Soldiers Name: Sgt. James D. Doss, Jr.

Message: We are proud of you son. May God Bless and Keep You In His Care...Till You Come Home.

Sender: Jackie Wenzel

Soldiers Name: G. Daniel Farthing

Message: I pray for you all the time, and I hope and pray that you are okay and I hope that the Good Lord will watch over you and protect you from any harm. I pray that your guardian angels are keeping you safe, and I know that my Dad and Faby up in Heaven are watching out for you too, coz they know how much you mean to me. Come back safe and well and God Bless you. You are a true hero in the hearts of those who love you. Please come home soon.

Sender: Kristy Bussiere

Soldiers Name: David Laraba, USA, Gardner, MA

Message: God Bless our Troops

Sender: Kristy Bussiere

Soldiers Name: Timo Ojanpera, USA, Westminster, MA

Message: Thank you for fighting for our freedom-God Bless all of our troops.

Sender: John Warren

Soldiers Name: Spec. Seth Warren 1st Inf. 4th Cav

Message: Son, you and your "Buds" are in our thoughts and prayers Everyday. Keep Safe 121 and a wake up! Love, Dad

Sender: Lauren Halley

Soldiers Name: Andrew Scott Halley

Message: Andy, I love you and miss you dearly. I know I will be with you soon but until then please be safe and careful and do what is right. You have a loving family and great friends back in the states and we all want to see you here as soon as possible. We all love you so much and thank you and the rest of the United States Military for keeping our country safe and for fighting for our freedom! God Bless You All

Sender: Lorraine Esquibel

Soldiers Name: Jerad J. Montour

Message: Hi Son it's Mom, We ALL wanted you to know we are thinking about you Daily. Praying for you nightly, WE ALL LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU DEARLY! Can't wait till May. LOVE THE FAM, Dad,Mom,Drea,Joelle,Wil

Sender: Tim Westwood

Soldiers Name: Any/All

Message: As a former member of the 82nd Airborne I would like to thank all service members everywhere for their dedication,commitment and sacrifice.

Sender: Carolyn Harrison

Soldiers Name: Scott Hazzlerigg

Message: Hey Scott: Ray told me he talked to your mom and he keeps me posted on you. We think of you alot and sincerely appreciate what you are doing for our country. You will always be special to us and you are in our constant thoughts and prayers. We love you and think of you often. I looked at your wedding photos online - they are great. You and Leslie are a good-looking couple. Keep up the good work over there and hang in there. You'll be home before you know it. (By the way, I got a black lab - she's a year old now and she reminds me of Drake.)

Love and prayers,

Carolyn & John Harrison

Sender: Sheri & Kaycie

Soldiers Name: Sgt. Chad Michael Sleger USMC

Message: We Love You!!!

Sender: Lorrie Proffitt

Soldiers Name: Jeron G Tree

Message: You are my hero even as you are my son Jer. I know of your passion and belief in this country. I know that that is why you and your comrades place yourselves between us, your families, and the bitterness if war. Even as there are some in this very land of freedom who berate our country, you are out there doing the right thing. That is the true measure of a man: his willingness to do the thing because it is right, no matter what. You must know that there are legions who never cease to pray for your guidance and protection, to call down angels to guard and bless you. Be faithful Jer. God bless and keep you my precious Buddy.... Mom

Sender: Lorrie Proffitt

Soldiers Name: Steven G Tree

Message: You are my hero son. Big brother and friend to your family and now "Daddy" and "Honey" to your precious girls: for them you willingly put yourself in harm's way. I know the pain in your heart when you leave them will be almost more than you can bear. Know that those who went before you in the annals of honorable men have felt that same anguish and heartache. Know that they and you will not be denied that which your hearts desired above the life of this body. Keep your faith Steve. I know that you will kneel with your family around that altar. God go before you my son and place His angels round about you to bear you up. We will keep the home fires burning till you are back with us. You are constantly in our prayers and we will NOT forget why you are there. Love, Mom

Sender: April Mercilliott

Soldiers Name: Peter E. Mercilliott, US Army Porter, Texas

Message: Your family and friends love you and support you. We are very proud of what you and others do - Thank you for your service and putting your live on the line for our freedom.

Sender: Bill McKinley, Salem Oregon

Soldiers Name: any soldier,,,

Message: to you "band of brothers",, may God protect you in your special and honorable calling to defend the United States of America and to bring a better way of life to troubled people,, my prayers are with you. I'm proud to be an American and proud of you and your "brothers" and "sisters" that are sacrificing so much for us back home,, God speed and protection that you may soon be home with your families and loved ones,,, from a grateful American,,

Sender: Mom & Dad - Midway Park, N.C.

Soldiers Name: AIC Larry W. Johnson, Jr.

Message: Git-er-done and hurry home. We miss and love you so very much.

Sender: Kayla Gillock

Soldiers Name: Joe Hall

Message: We love you Joe, and even though we haven't heard from you in a year, we are still thinking of you and you are continually in our prayers. May God watch over you wherever you are and keep you safe.

Sender: Marie

Soldiers Name: To All Men & Women

Message: I will keep all of you in my prayers and have all the angels protect everybody.

Sender: Mom L.

Soldiers Name: PFC Matthew Overway

Message: We love you Matt...Hurry home...We're very proud of you! Princess O-Dogg sends a big kiss!

Sender: Casey Lawson

Soldiers Name: Gordon Sullivan & All Troops

Message: First of all I would just like to say Thank you. Thank you for your courage and supporting this country. You all are very brave and special men and women. I hope for all of your safety and a safe return home.

~Casey~

Sender: graci2888@yahoo.com

Soldiers Name: Brian Richardson, Cincinnati OH

Message: Your daughter misses you!

Sender: oliver.wilson@us.army.mil

Soldiers Name: spc. wilson

Message: i'm glad to say to be apart of the 724 trans co! im being deployed with six others to camp anaconda tommorrow. i heard about what happened to spc. maupin. i wish the best to the family and i know he's a strong soldier.

Sender: Rocky Solotoff

Soldiers Name: Squids, Jar Head, Fly Boys and Grunts

Message: To Our Protectors,

To let you know, I only fly on airplanes with two left wings! However, no matter our political beliefs, we have American Soldiers throughout the world and we need to think of them daily. Our Fathers, Mothers, Sons and Daughters have, as in the past, served our country and the folks who live in it. Give this just a moment, send it along if you feel like it. I do not do this often, but a friend sent this to me and I would like to share it with you.

God Bless our Soldiers!

Rocky

Sender: Mario from Argentina in South America

Soldiers Name: all people who are in the service

Message: Thanks a lot for all are you giving from so long time, USA has always figth to keep free this world.

Thanks a lot you are incredible, really.

Sender: Sayers Family

Soldiers Name: Sgt. Jaimie Futchko

Message: We are all very proud of you son! You and your fellow soldiers are in our prayers everyday for your safety and a speed return home. We love you very much. Stay safe.

Sender: Christina Mikeska----wife

Soldiers Name: Sgt. Milton Paul Mikeska Jr.

Message: We just want you to know Milton that we, and all of our friends and family are praying you home....we miss you so much but we will be waiting for your safe return home. We are so very proud of you and all the men and women who are protecting our freedom. Until the day you are in our arms again we will continue to pray you home....We love you....Your wife and daughter

Sender: Heather Singleton

Soldiers Name: SGT Warren E Singleton

Message: May God bless and keep you. Your new daughter is waiting to see you and get to know you. God speed and hurry home. We love you!

Sender: Tanya , Hope and Tyler Jr. Colly

Soldiers Name: SGT. Tyler Michael Colly

Message: We miss you so much honey. You are our hero and God will protect you and bring you home safely to us. WE LOVE YOU TYLER!!

Sender: The Robertson Family

Soldiers Name: All Service Men & Women

Message: Just wanted to say thank you for all you sacrifice during your time of service. God bless each one of you and your families. We pray for you every day. Please know that all you do is for the safety of our children and our families.

Thank You

Sender: Alyssa, Jacob, Logan, and the Blevins

Soldiers Name: SSG Blevins

Message: We are very proud of you. We are waiting to welcome you home!Keep up the good work and stay safe. We Love You!!!

Sender: Cindy

Soldiers Name: Any serviceman or service woman

Message: God Bless-you all-May the Lord keep you-May the Lord look down upon you and give you peace-may the Lord put his countenance upon you all the days of your life-Know the America is behind you...God Bless America

Sender: Amy

Soldiers Name: SGT Cuestas

Message: To mi amor' I stand behind you here at home. Keep up the fight and keep your chin up. I love you babe.

Sender: Andrea Montour

Soldiers Name: Jerad J.Montour

Message: Hey Brother, we are all thinking about you and praying for you everyday.I love you and miss you lots!take care and be strong.

luv your baby sister, Andrea *MUAH*

Sender: Richard Esquibel

Soldiers Name: Jerad Montour

Message: Jerad we all miss you very much, everyone is very proud of you.. If you want the job done right you send the best..and there you are.. America's finest..I am very proud of you, not many people are as special as you are, and not many people will stand up for what they believe..You are a reflection of our family and all of our beliefs, god bless you.. love dad..

Sender: Gary and Shirley Mullin

Soldiers Name: Bradley James Poundstone - Tikrit, Iraq

Message: You are always in our prayers each and everyday. We pray for you and your fellow soldiers, for a safe journey home and the United States thanks you all for the sacrifice that you are making for the freedom of all people. God Bless you and God Bless America

Sender: PO2 Chardin, USNR

Soldiers Name: All Service Members -

Message: Thank You All for your continued service to all of us back home and abroad. Continue to "Let Freedom Ring, and May God Bless You All for a Safe Return Home."

Sender: Mitzi Kocurek, Austin Texas

Soldiers Name: John Kim, Austin Texas

Message: Get your training done, get the job done, and come home safe! We miss you, man!

Sender: GLORIA VICKERS, CAMP COOKE, TAJI, IRAQ (VIA TULSA, OK)

Soldiers Name: SPC. MATT MAUPIN

Message: Dear Carolyn, Keith, Stephen, Leann, Micah, and your extended family:

"May your unfailing love rest upon us, O Lord, even as we put our hope in you." (Ps.33:22)

It has now been seven months since Matt was taken captive. And, we may all start feeling discouraged that all our prayers, and all our efforts, have not led to Matt being found and brought home. But, we must not let ourselves become discouraged. Matt is depending on us. His hope and his strength to get through each day lies in this: that not only is God with him, but that he knows that there are those back home who have not forgotten about him, and will do everything they can to bring him home. These include not only his military brothers and sisters, but his own family, his friends, his community, and his fellow Americans. He's counting on all of us to pray him home. We cannot fail him now. Please, everyone, keep praying. Do all you can to keep Matt's situation on the hearts and minds, and prayers, of others. Keep on keeping on. That's all we can do. But, that's what Matt is counting on.

Matt, we have not, and will never, forget about you. Rest assured that your parents, your brothers and sister, the rest of your family, your friends, and your fellow Americans are praying for you, and are doing everything possible to find you and bring you home. Hold on, Matt.

"Raging Sea"

Sometimes the journey makes you weary

Feels like a long and winding road

Sometimes this life can lose it's meaning

But you might be surprised to find some hope

Maybe you're wondering where love is

You may feel it's far away from here

Maybe you're wondering where I am

You might be surprised to find I'm near

And when your life is tossed and turning

And you are on the raging sea

I'll come and pull you from the water

Then you will know that you are free

So if you're stumbling through the valley

Or if you're tempted to give up the fight

Reach out your hand and I will lead you

I will be your strong arm in the night.

("Raging Sea" by Michael W. Smith)

"All continued with one accord in prayer."

(Acts 1:14)

Keep on believing. God be with you all. God be with you, Matt.

So, we

Sender: Dennis T Penny Jr and Family

Soldiers Name: To All the service Men and Women

Message: Thank You for making us pround.May God Bless You ALL and this wonderful country that you ARE making better. Come home us your families safe and to all of us as well.

Sender: Aunt Lori

Soldiers Name: Message for Maupins

Message: Maupin Family,

Today being the seventh month since your son was taken I just wanted to take the time to tell you:

I am still praying for your son. I know God is watching over all of you and I pray He will bring him home soon. In church on Sunday my sunday school class was packing a stocking for my nephew who is currently deployed in Iraq; we took the time to pray for soldiers from our church's soldier prayer list and one of the children lead us in prayer for Matt. I keep his picture and pray for him often. Your confidence in the Lord and your strength of character to lead others to support all of our soldiers when you don't have contact with your soldier has been an inspiration to me. My nephew asks me about your son on a regular basis. "Any news on Maupin?" He writes in his Instant Message. I tell him of your hope. He has told me that he looks for Matt when he is out on Patrol. He said that sometimes when he is driving down the road looking at the buildings; He realizes Matt could come running out and he would take him somewhere they could never capture him again. So do know that the soldiers in Iraq havent forgotten Matt. Keep faith I know you will see him again for he is in God's care. Lori

Dallas Howard Thank you for all of your hard work here. I know it must be very supportive to the family. Two of my nephews are in the military

one in Iraq and I know how much my family benefits from the Family web site run by one of the mom's of a soldier in my nephews company. you are doing a great job here. Thanks again Lori

Sender: Kee and Holland Family

Soldiers Name: Meghan Holland

Message: God Bless you Meg and the rest of your unit over in Iraq. Come home safe, back to our loving arms. GO ARMY HOOAH!

Sender: Shannan

Soldiers Name: Pvt. Brandon Gainey

Message: Hey BrandoN! Just wanted to let you know we all miss you and wish you well in Fort Drum and when you leave for Iraq. Much Love, keep your head up and stay strong. God Bless

Sender: Shannan

Soldiers Name: Pvt. Sandy W. Seldon (JP)

Message: Hey Boo! Congratulations on Graduation! We'll miss you when you leave for Germany/Iraq Nov. 26 Stay safe and bring yourself back home in one piece. Love you always and forever! God Bless you and all the other troops!

Sender: Lisa McKinney

Soldiers Name: ALL MARINES (my husband being one of them)

Message: HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARINES! (Nov. 10th,2004; 229th birthday)

We wish for your safe and speedy return!