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10/30/2003 Archived Entry: "MESSAGE FROM KRIS THOMPSON REGARDING OPERATION IRAQI PENCIL BOX"

MESSAGE FROM KRIS THOMPSON REGARDING OPERATION IRAQI PENCIL BOX

From his mother, Cindy McAtee:

Kris called today. We haven't talked to him for three weeks, so we were so excited when the phone rang at 4:30 a.m! The call was frustrating to us both, as we were cut off several times. We didn't have time to finish our conversation with a goodbye or an "I love you!" He said he was dusty and dirty, as the wind had been blowing constantly the last two days. He has been involved in a few more combat missions. Camp Speicher, the post on which he's stationed, has been attacked a few times lately, but luckily no one was hurt. They arrested some involved in the attacks, but have not found all responsible. The soldiers are looking forward to moving home, but it will be a long process with all the equipment, gear, etc. that has to be transported. He received two packages so far for Operation Iraqi Pencil Box. When I told him Lew and I had mailed 12 more and had even more supplies to pack up at home, he couldn't believe it! The two packages he received, have already been taken to the schools. The kids, parents, and teachers at KMS and EES have been more than generous.

I sent him 24 little stockings, a tree, ornaments, and Christmas lights. He received those and loved it. He will put the Christmas lights in the palm tree behind the barracks! I also sent him a KU blanket and pillow. Of course, his guys have given him plenty of grief over those gifts, but he loves them! He heard on TV the score of the last game KU played against KSU. He didn't know the quarterback was hurt and wouldn't be returning. How disappointing! Again, thank you for your support and prayers. Love, Cindy