It is the holiday season and I know that you have a lot of demands being made on you. However , the young men and women who are at Walter Reed have given a lot. Now it is our turn to help them. Yellow ribbons tied around trees and red, white and blue stickers on the backs SUVs saying "Support our Troops" are things that make civilians feel good but do nothing for the men and women actually in uniform.

The number ONE request at Walter Reed hospital is for phone cards. The government doesn't pay long distance phone charges and these wounded soldiers are rationing their calls home. Many will be there throughout the holidays. Really support our troops --Send phone cards of any amount to:

Medical Family Assistance Center
Walter Reed Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20307-5001

They say they need an "endless" supply of these , any amount even $5 is greatly appreciated. Walmart has good prices on AT&T cards, Sams Club is even better, if you are a member. NOTE: ANYONE can also buy phone cards through the PX on line by going to this web address: <https://thor.aafes.com/scs/default.aspx> (They will even mail them to a specific Soldier if you have their address)

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays