This is from a cigar chat room. It is from a letter to the editor written by a Marine commander about the troops and how they enjoy cigars.
There are many of us in the cigar smoking line of fun who send cigars to the troops. If you smoke cigars and would like to help, send the cigars to the address at the bottom of the email.
US Marines stationed at Fallujah Iraq have set aside time for a regular Cigar Night. Their General Support Company commanding officer, Major Brian Ballard, has begun this time for reflection -- especially upon the week's more harrowing experiences. To his Marines after a week of near misses from enemy fire, he says, "I tell them quite seriously, to take some time, a friend if so inclined, and go enjoy a good cigar and ponder how good life is. Take 45 minutes or so, get some perspective, then pick up your helmet and get back to it." Attached photo is the sign at the entrance of their designated smoking shelter. As a veteran of Southeast Asia and Desert Storm, I know the value of receiving packages and hearing from fellow Americans while on such overseas assignments. Therefore, I encourage readers of Cigar Aficionado to send support -- and maybe a few good cigars -- care of:
Major B. Ballard
BSSG-1, GS Company
UIC 42355
FPO AP 96426-2355
