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Feb =467th & 1908th/other groups
We are doing these units. They are out of Wisconsin (of which I am a native) and were at Ft. Hood when the terrorist attack occured on early November. They lost several members of each unit. Dori suggested that we do something special on the pillowcases for this unit and we chose angels because medical people are "angels of mercy". Maryellen is our mom coordinator for these units. She is doing an outstanding job already getting us the necessary information.
467th - this unit will a combo of then bands of angels and the appliques on the pillowcases. There are 46 in this unit, 21 female and 25 males.
1908th - this unit will have also have a combo of both types of angel pillowcases. There are 46 in this unit, 12 female, 34 male.
Fallen heroes - we are going to give the family of each fallen soldier a pillowcase to remember their loved one. There are 5. Lyn has graciously said that she will embroider something special. The Wounded will get the same type as the unit. FRG contacts. There are 2 and Maryellen will make those.
I am posting some other photos that were sent this month too.
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Permalink Reply by LLovesmysailor on
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I have to get my husband to help me with that. He's the computer geek in the family. So, I'll get those pictures to you tomorrow.
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Permalink Reply by Kim (Ethan's Mom) on
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Those are beautiful. May God give you special blessings for this!
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Permalink Reply by DC - G'mother of My Fav Sailor on
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Lovely, Lyn! They are so special. I love your angel fabric, too.
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Permalink Reply by carolyn s on
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Wow!! These are absolutely beautiful. What a wonderful way to remember their soldiers.
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I am speechless, those are the most beautiful pillowcases I have ever seen. Each batch is better than the last . You girls are amazing!
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How can I read this blog and also not put my two cents in about how beautiful those pillowcases are....by everyone.
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WOW....I'm am so jealous of the sewing talent here!! You girls rock!!! Those cases that were embroidered are absolutely priceless!!!
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WoooHooo.!! That is amazing, they are all beautiful! I'm with you Maryellen, Very Very proud to say I am part of Heads at Ease... you ladies Rock!
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Permalink Reply by Sue-Pillowcase lady on
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I received got this email this morning. I think I see it peeking out in front. Who made that one? Great job!
Sue,
The pillowcases arrived and our Chaplain is distributing them. I chose
a beautiful blue and gold one with stars and Angels. A heartfelt thank
you for the love and thoughtfulness that goes into each of these gifts
for our service members! Keep it up:)
Sincerely,
Laura
MAJ, SP
467th Med Det (CSC)
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Permalink Reply by Matt's Mom/Cathy on
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Wow Maryellen they all look great! And 46 extra that is awesome.
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Maryellen did an outstanding job as the "gatherer". I so appreciate the help. I have 2 angel pcs to mail also plus the footstuff tomorrow. Plus a few others, so will change the count tomorrow. BUT we are over 2500!
I also have 29 angel pillowcases that are ready for our next medical unit-whoever they are. haha
Maryellen, are you still willing to check with the woman on the base about the other units that were at Ft. Hood that day?
and do you know how many of each person's you actually used for each unit? if yes, email me and i'll change the header on this thread. -
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