It's been a privilege.

bazookajoe · 03-17-2009, 09:35 PM

Even though I'm not directly involved in the troop support efforts here anymore and have been covering at the other forum, there are many here that have contributed through me who don't frequent that forum and I wanted the chance to thank you.

I packed up two final boxes of cigars for the troops today which depleted my inventory, leaving me with several empty coolers and a feeling of gratitude... and a little sadness. It's been an honor being able to forward your generous donations along to our troops in harm's way, and I sincerely thank each of you who contributed to this worthy cause.

The economy is taking a toll and donations have been dwindling, plus familiar soldiers have been coming home and changes have occurred at the various forums. My wife found out she'll be losing her job soon and I've been debating whether to just hang on and stay involved in a limited way, which seems all that is needed now anyway, or hang it up. Having a little inventory kept me thinking that I could just postpone the decision and wait and see what happens, and even while I packed up today's shipments I couldn't picture not doing this anymore.

The decision was kind of made for me this afternoon when I found out I was being laid off. There's just no way I can afford to continue and it's clearly time. It's been one of the most satisfying things I've done, so once again thanks to all of you gave. I hope those who can still afford to give will continue while there are soldiers in harm's way.

gratefully,
david

MedicCook · 03-17-2009, 09:38 PM

Thanks for doing all that you have David.

Blueface · 03-17-2009, 09:40 PM

David,
It is always a terrible feeling for me when bad things happen to people.
It is just that much worse of a feeling when bad things happen to good people.
I hope what has happened to you and may be happening to your wife job wise is just a door closing so many better ones can open.
It is our community that should be thanking you for dedicating yourself to our troops.
You will be in my thoughts for well wishes and a few great doors opening for you.

white_s2k · 03-17-2009, 09:43 PM

Very sorry to hear this David. I hope you find employment soon and all of your hard work for the troops is greatly appreciated.

ucla695 · 03-17-2009, 09:47 PM

I'm very sorry to hear this. I hope the next chapter of your life will be much better than the last and that you'll find something quickly. Thanks for all of your work to support the troops.

pnoon · 03-17-2009, 09:47 PM

David,
I am sorry for your troubled times. The donation of your time and effort was not only appreciated overseas but recognized by your brothers and sisters here at CS and CA.

WildBlueSooner · 03-17-2009, 09:55 PM

Thanks for everything you have done. You have helped a lot of people and should feel proud about what you have done! Good luck in all your endeavors. I will be praying for you!

elderboy02 · 03-17-2009, 10:00 PM

Thank you for everything you have done. May another door open for you.

Whee · 03-17-2009, 10:03 PM

'nuff said.

stitch · 03-17-2009, 10:13 PM

David,
You have done an awesome job with this, You definatly did an Extended Tour.
No one can do this at such a pace forever.
My wife was also laid off from her job at the ranch ...Though we're pretty sure she'll be going back in summer ... So I know kinda' how you feel.
I had to slow way down myself.
So step back, Get life and family gathered back up !
And know that You did some of the greatest work anyone could do!
You've been a true hero in this opperation my friend.
And I Salute you

Good luck ... All will be ok.

awsmith4 · 03-17-2009, 10:30 PM

Thanks for all of your time and effort Davis, and my prayers will be with you as you go forward

drob · 03-17-2009, 10:45 PM

Thank you for all the hard work, David. Keep your head up.

Your family is in our prayers, brother.

hotreds · 03-17-2009, 10:56 PM

Thank-you and God Bless You, brother! I sincerely hope and pray that both you and your wife discover wonderful new employment that far eclipses what you've been doing!

Sailkat · 03-17-2009, 11:16 PM

Thank you for you hard work in supporting the troops. You have touched many lives!

Thoughts and prayers for you and your wife.

SmokeyJoe · 03-17-2009, 11:20 PM

David... you are truly one of the good guys. Your efforts have made a difference in the lives of many.

I am grateful for your work and wish you and your wife all the best.

lightning9191 · 03-17-2009, 11:24 PM

Thank you David.

Sr Mike · 03-17-2009, 11:24 PM

David,

You are a glimmer of sunshine for so many troops, I wish you all the best!

03-17-2009, 11:26 PM

David, prayers sent for you and your wife. May life give you what you truly deserve.

You did a hell of a job on the troop support that will never be forgotten.

03-18-2009, 12:09 AM

David,

Thanks for all the help and the efforts you gave.

Good luck and my God Bless you and your family.

Chuck

bobarian · 03-18-2009, 12:14 AM

David,

There is not much I can add to what others have said. Your efforts have touched the lives of more men than you will ever know. You and your family will be in my prayers.

03-17-2009, 09:35 PM	#1
bazookajoe ... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: david Location: SoCal Posts: 639 Trading: (72)	It's been a privilege. Even though I'm not directly involved in the troop support efforts here anymore and have been covering at the other forum, there are many here that have contributed through me who don't frequent that forum and I wanted the chance to thank you. I packed up two final boxes of cigars for the troops today which depleted my inventory, leaving me with several empty coolers and a feeling of gratitude... and a little sadness. It's been an honor being able to forward your generous donations along to our troops in harm's way, and I sincerely thank each of you who contributed to this worthy cause. The economy is taking a toll and donations have been dwindling, plus familiar soldiers have been coming home and changes have occurred at the various forums. My wife found out she'll be losing her job soon and I've been debating whether to just hang on and stay involved in a limited way, which seems all that is needed now anyway, or hang it up. Having a little inventory kept me thinking that I could just postpone the decision and wait and see what happens, and even while I packed up today's shipments I couldn't picture not doing this anymore. The decision was kind of made for me this afternoon when I found out I was being laid off. There's just no way I can afford to continue and it's clearly time. It's been one of the most satisfying things I've done, so once again thanks to all of you gave. I hope those who can still afford to give will continue while there are soldiers in harm's way. gratefully, david

03-17-2009, 09:38 PM	#2
MedicCook Mila smoked my cigar Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Ryan Location: Schaghticoke, NY Posts: 10,946 Trading: (7)	Re: It's been a privilege. Thanks for doing all that you have David.

03-17-2009, 09:40 PM	#3
Blueface Gramps 4x's Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Horatio Seymore Hiny Location: Boca Raton - North of La Habana Posts: 8,774 Trading: (8)	Re: It's been a privilege. David, It is always a terrible feeling for me when bad things happen to people. It is just that much worse of a feeling when bad things happen to good people. I hope what has happened to you and may be happening to your wife job wise is just a door closing so many better ones can open. It is our community that should be thanking you for dedicating yourself to our troops. You will be in my thoughts for well wishes and a few great doors opening for you. __________________ Little known fact: I am a former member of the Village People - The Indian

03-17-2009, 09:43 PM	#4
white_s2k The Dude Abides Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Josh Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1,052 Trading: (20)	Re: It's been a privilege. Very sorry to hear this David. I hope you find employment soon and all of your hard work for the troops is greatly appreciated. __________________ "An armed society is a polite society. Manners are good when one may have to back up his acts with his life." – Robert A. Heinlein Last edited by white_s2k; 03-17-2009 at 09:49 PM.

03-17-2009, 09:47 PM	#5
ucla695 Neither here, nor there Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Pool Posts: 3,696 Trading: (5)	Re: It's been a privilege. I'm very sorry to hear this. I hope the next chapter of your life will be much better than the last and that you'll find something quickly. Thanks for all of your work to support the troops.

03-17-2009, 09:47 PM	#6
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: It's been a privilege. David, I am sorry for your troubled times. The donation of your time and effort was not only appreciated overseas but recognized by your brothers and sisters here at CS and CA. __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

03-17-2009, 09:55 PM	#7
WildBlueSooner I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: James Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 3,322 Trading: (19)	Re: It's been a privilege. Thanks for everything you have done. You have helped a lot of people and should feel proud about what you have done! Good luck in all your endeavors. I will be praying for you! __________________ "To dilute the will to win is to destroy the purpose of the game. There is no substitute for victory"-- Douglas MacArthur

03-17-2009, 10:00 PM	#8
elderboy02 Lets Go Buckeyes! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 12,509 Trading: (133)	Re: It's been a privilege. Thank you for everything you have done. May another door open for you.

03-17-2009, 10:03 PM	#9
Whee formerly illinoishoosier Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Sean Location: Bishopville, SC Posts: 3,591 Trading: (17)	Re: It's been a privilege. 'nuff said. __________________ "Maybe I'm wrong, when they tell me they're right…..naaaaahhhhhh, I'm an asshooooooleeee"--Denis Leary

03-17-2009, 10:13 PM	#10
stitch Saddle Maker And Cowboy Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Diamond K Ranch Posts: 720 Trading: (34)	Re: It's been a privilege. David, You have done an awesome job with this, You definatly did an Extended Tour. No one can do this at such a pace forever. My wife was also laid off from her job at the ranch ...Though we're pretty sure she'll be going back in summer ... So I know kinda' how you feel. I had to slow way down myself. So step back, Get life and family gathered back up ! And know that You did some of the greatest work anyone could do! You've been a true hero in this opperation my friend. And I Salute you Good luck ... All will be ok. __________________ Cowboy Wisdom: Ifin' ya get to thinkin yourself a might bit important, Try tellin someone else's dog what to do.

03-17-2009, 10:30 PM	#11
awsmith4 Simple Pleasures - 2oL Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Albert Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,602 Trading: (111)	Re: It's been a privilege. Thanks for all of your time and effort Davis, and my prayers will be with you as you go forward __________________ Its THIS easy to support our troops

03-17-2009, 10:45 PM	#12
drob Superbowl XLIV Champs! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Here Posts: 245 Trading: (8)	Re: It's been a privilege. Thank you for all the hard work, David. Keep your head up. Your family is in our prayers, brother.

03-17-2009, 10:56 PM	#13
hotreds Ephesians 2:8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5 miles past "Resume Speed" Posts: 11,665 Trading: (63)	Re: It's been a privilege. Thank-you and God Bless You, brother! I sincerely hope and pray that both you and your wife discover wonderful new employment that far eclipses what you've been doing! __________________ God loves you so much, that he made you read this, just to let you know.

03-17-2009, 11:16 PM	#14
Sailkat Smooth sailing Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kat Location: St. Clair Shores, MI Posts: 638 Trading: (5)	Re: It's been a privilege. Thank you for you hard work in supporting the troops. You have touched many lives! Thoughts and prayers for you and your wife. __________________ "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” Oscar Wilde

03-17-2009, 11:20 PM	#15
SmokeyJoe Chief Wannastogie Lounge Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Joe Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 3,163 Trading: (28)	Re: It's been a privilege. David... you are truly one of the good guys. Your efforts have made a difference in the lives of many. I am grateful for your work and wish you and your wife all the best. __________________ "I intend to smoke a good cigar to the glory of God..." ~ Charles H. Spurgeon, British Baptist preacher

03-17-2009, 11:24 PM	#16
lightning9191 I think I'm normal... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin Posts: 1,007 Trading: (8)	Re: It's been a privilege. Thank you David. __________________ I eat gummy bears by tearing them limb from limb and eating their heads last.

03-17-2009, 11:24 PM	#17
Sr Mike As Is Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: EBFE Posts: 657 Trading: (6)	Re: It's been a privilege. David, You are a glimmer of sunshine for so many troops, I wish you all the best!

03-17-2009, 11:26 PM	#18
ahc4353 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: It's been a privilege. David, prayers sent for you and your wife. May life give you what you truly deserve. You did a hell of a job on the troop support that will never be forgotten.

03-18-2009, 12:09 AM	#19
ChasDen Guest Posts: n/a	Re: It's been a privilege. David, Thanks for all the help and the efforts you gave. Good luck and my God Bless you and your family. Chuck

03-18-2009, 12:14 AM	#20
bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: It's been a privilege. David, There is not much I can add to what others have said. Your efforts have touched the lives of more men than you will ever know. You and your family will be in my prayers.