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Latest Activity: Aug 27, 2023
Discussion Forum
CT Navy's First Get together at Bellini's 2 Broadway North Haven Hope to see you all!
Started by Donna. Last reply by Donna Jan 17, 2014. 6 Replies 0 Likes
CONNECTICUT HOLIDAY PACKING PARTY
Started by Donna. Last reply by Donna Dec 13, 2013. 18 Replies 2 Likes
CALLING NAVY MOMS TO CT'S HOLIDAY PACKING PARTY Date: Saturday November 2, 2013Time: 11:00 - (until we finish packing the last box)Place: National Association…Continue
Dinner Sunday Oct 13 at the Port 5
Started by Donna. Last reply by Donna Sep 25, 2013. 2 Replies 1 Like
THe Commander from the Port 5 sent me this message. Please message me if your interested in going. Sunday Oct 13 at 4 pm Port 5 will have a ceremony to honor the 238th Birthday of the United States…Continue
My son leaves today, July 29th for GL
Started by pbarb62. Last reply by Donna Jul 30, 2013. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hi CT moms, was wondering if anyone had someone leaving today for bootcamp. We left my son with his recruiter last evening to take him up to MEPS and I have been crying since. I need to hold it…Continue
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Comment by sheryl Navy 2 on November 17, 2012 at 7:23pm
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@CTmomof3--- it's very current
Please pm me if you have any questions .
Thnx
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Comment by CTmomof3 on November 17, 2012 at 9:31am
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Does anyone know when this list was last updated? Seeing as Afghanistan is winding down and Iraq is for the most part over. I know when my son was there two years ago things were sent from...lists...that weren't really needed.
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Comment by sheryl Navy 2 just now
Hi all ,
Just wanted to put this out there in case anyone needs ideas about what to shop for , ask friends to donate to bring with you to the packing party Dec 1 st . At Harrington Hospital ,Southbridge Ma
Molly's Adopt a Sailor, a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring our fighting men and women of all military branches deployed are not fogotten. They provide "care packages" to these brave men and women by adopting a unit, collecting donations of food, essentials and other items we take for granted, packing them up and have them delivered to their adopted sailors, soldiers, marines or airmen.
In Dire Need of & Personal Requests (most often requested items):
Work out supplements Batteries (AAA)
Headphones Gloves
Beef jerky ( teriyaki) DVD movies (non violent)
microwave snacks any kinds Fleece Blankets
Wheat thins (sundried tomato & Basil)
snacks (anything sent will be greatly appreciated) Tan T-shirts (mostly Med. & Lg.)
Playing cards, current magazines, sudoku puzzle pads green socks
Chapstick, shaving creams, razors, Tan Shoe Laces
tampoons
Fleece Blankets
Drinks
Capri Sun, Gatorade, Country Time Lemonade
Flavored Coffee and capiccino Hot Cider Mix
Hot Chocolate packets Lipton Tea Mixes
Juice boxes (Do Not Travel Well) Flavored drinks to put in water
Flavored Creamers Sweetened Kool-Aid Packets
Food
Beef Jerky, Beef sauage very popular Dried fruits, Sunflower seeds
Granola bars, gum Peanut Butter
Canned meats, canned cheeses Popcorn, Pretzels, Nuts
Canned tuna & chicken Protein Snacks, Trail Mix
Canned chips & fruit Power Bars, Cereal Bars, Pop Tarts
Canned salsa, dips Hamburger Helper singles
Cookies-all kinds Jalapeno Cheetos
microvable soups, instant oatmeal
Easy Mac & Cheese Ramen noodles
Health and Hygiene( see list below) remember there are only 6 women and 100 men in this unit we're packing for
Antacids, Aspirin & pain Relief, neosporin Foot Powder, Lotion, Bar Soap, Hand Sanitizer
Cough Syrup, Cough Drops, Thera-Flu Sore Throat Lozenges Band-Aids (fun ones)
Cold & Flu Liquid Packs, Kleenex- ind. size & boxes , tiolet paper, wipes
Febreeze, Air Fresheners Heat Packs
Hair Brush/ Comb Q-Tips
Shampoo/Conditioner, Dry Shampoo Vitamin C Drops
Toothbrushes Toothpaste-the good kind Mouthwash, Dental Floss
Miscellaneous
Sunglasses Blank note cards . Stationery, envelopes
Calendars Sharpies, pens,
Fun stuff to bring a smile to their face!
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Hi everyone ,
I just wanted to give you the update on Donna/NYPD ...
Her surgery went well this morning and she was resting comfortably this evening . Her husband told me that she was acting loopey , so the pain meds must be good :)
@EJ. .Just look at the above discussion for the joint packing party . Or pm me I can give you the low down.
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Comment by Valtameri on November 14, 2012 at 12:19pm
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Hi all, I have been busy with my poor mom -- she was having some worrisome medical symptoms and was in the hospital a few days, but she seems much better now.
I don't know yet if I can make it to the packing party. I did just send two boxes of Christmas bags (made by my wonderful Girl Scout troop) for the annual Christmas Project.
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Comment by Niffer on November 12, 2012 at 3:38pm
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Hi everyone! Just wanted to throw this our there. I plan on attending the packing party on December 1st and if anyone is interested in car pooling with me just let me know. I am in Middletown so it's a perfect place to meet up and drive from there. :o)
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Comment by Proud Navy/NYPD Mom (Donna) on November 10, 2012 at 7:22pm
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To all the Connecticut Navy Moms who haven't responded to the S. New England Regional Packing Party (& you know who you are!) --
The location may be out of our comfort zone, but...
Come on everybody! This is for the troops. It'll be the first packing party in December for the month's adoptees. Let's show what hearty, patriotic moms we are and make this one the best ever.
And, CT Moms this party was planned with YOU in mind. We want to give everyone the chance to get involved. So here is your chance. This was the most centrally located, FREE place we could find to have the party. Now 'the ball is in your court'! Won't you consider joining in on the fun?
The response from CT Navy Moms has been - how shall I put this? - pitiful!! We can do a whole lot better. There is always carpooling, so we can split the cost of gas. Come On Everyone, let's get going here.
We are one of the headlines in the Molly's Adopt A Sailor newsletter - "Even Sandy can't stop these hearty Moms." So let's show them what New Englanders are truly made of!! <3
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Comment by MJ~ Erik's mom on November 9, 2012 at 2:55pm
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Donna, I hope your surgery goes well and that you're on the mend soon. I'll be praying for you. Hang in there...MJ
Also, sorry I couldn't make it to this regional packing party. Hopefully I'll be at the next one or maybe even host it!
Take good care!
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A QUICK NOTE TO YOU ALL regarding the Regional Packing Party:
On Wednesday morning I am having a knee replacement procedure done. It has totally come upon me out of the blue. I thought it was something like sciatica (sp?), but it turned out that my left knee has totally disintegrated. No wonder I was having trouble walking, falling and in terrible pain!
So I won't be able to access a computer, possibly for up to 2 weeks. If you have any questions, please, please feel free to contact Sheryl, her info is in the above discussion, or you can contact CT's own Donna, see her comments below so you will know which Donna she is! (Take note of her picture!!!) Both of the ladies will be able to help I'm sure!! And, I will certainly let you know when I'm back with my beloved computer! lol
Thank you Donna for all your help and for jumping in to give Sheryl a hand so she doesn't have to do this alone. It is the biggest undertaking we've ever done. So THANK YOU VERY MUCH, my new Navy Momma friend!! You go, girl! Love you
And, if you haven't responded yet -- please leave a message in the discussion above. Or contact Donna (not me, CT's Donna!!). See her posts and picture below or in the discussion so you contact the right Donna...
This party is a Definite Go!! So plan to come and have a lot of fun!!!
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I discovered yesterday that the coupons were only valid for 3 days - last Saturday, Sunday and Monday!! Sorry about the misunderstanding.
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