News & What's New
Announcements and Events
Meet Our Marines
Online Stores
All proceeds go to MarineParents.com
Support Our Troops
for all web visitors
Connect & Share™
Chat, Message Boards, Support Groups, Purple Heart, Gold Star
Information Center
for Families and Marines
The Marine Corps
Bootcamp
Schools
Duty Stations/Units
Travel Planning
Deployment & Homecoming
Combat Recovery
After The Marine Corps
Contacts & About Us
for all web visitors
Sponsorships & Advertising
Press & Media Kit
About MarineParents.com
Sharing MarineParents.com
Contact MarineParents.com
For Our Volunteers Only
|
|
 |
| MarineParents.com, Inc. is an IRS Approved 501 (c) (3) Public Charity |
Marine Corps Support Forum - 3/4, India Company
 |
|
| Author |
 Topic  |
|
BBBensmom
New Member
20 Posts |
 Posted - 10/21/2009 : 16:05:43
|
Hello Im glad some are hearing from their loved ones. Has anyone gotten any feed back on pkgs. As in are they receiving them yet?
I also wondered about the custom forms do you need to write everything down or just hit & miss?
And I guess Im long winded today...Ive searched every nook & cranny for info on 3/4 but havent really gotten anything. Did they split up the 3/4 to different comp?
|
 |
|
|
faithflower
25+ Posts
31 Posts |
Posted - 10/21/2009 : 18:57:07
|
| Yeah, I thought about not specifically listing the psp. Not like it is going to matter that much anyway. I just hope it gets there ok because they are kind of expensive, I think. |
Mother of LCPL Stephen, grad. date 3/30/07 MCRD SD
3/4 India Co., 2nd Platoon
Currently deployed for second time
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depthe nor anything else will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." |
|
|
|
~Kevs Proud Mom
Moderator: Chat Room
792 Posts |
Posted - 10/21/2009 : 19:42:07
|
BBB Have you looked at the unit information page. This may help to answer your questions and will offer much more info. Here is the link :
http://www.marineparents.com/units/Print.asp?ID=1
All units are divided into companies then Platoons. Do explore the unit page though.
Also there will be a unit chat for the 3/4 on wednesday nights in in the chat room B . Please come in and chat with other 3/4 Families.
Sue
|
Sue
VPM of Cpl. Kevin
IRR
formerly of the 1/7 and 3/4
07/08 Iraq
09 Iraq
09/10 Afgahnistan
Mom to Petty Officer Linda USN
Honorman Sonar Tech School
"There is no limit to Love's tolerance, To it's trust, it's power, to endure.
Love never fails."
corinthians 13-13
|
|
|
|
swflorida
200+ Posts
302 Posts |
Posted - 10/21/2009 : 20:05:40
|
Hi BBB
I havent found any 3/4 news either. I suppose that is a good thing. Logistically, I do not know how it all works, I think they like to keep it that way.....Based on other Battalion reports I see in the news, you may get a feel for this if you look at the press for Golf vs Fox or Echo for example.......
I am getting together Nic's bday box. It is a pizza party movie theme : ). I feel kinda bad thinking I have missed thanksgiving....Darn those boxes seem small..... |
April
VPMM
LCpl Nic
3/4 India Co, 3rd Plt
First Deployment to Stan /Over!!/
Saint Michael
Defend us in battle; be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May the power of God thrust down to hell Satan and all the wicked spirits who wander through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen --Pope Leo XIII |
|
|
|
caroltchr
New Member
9 Posts |
Posted - 10/21/2009 : 22:03:16
|
| I have sent three boxes and my postal worker told me she could waive the customs form so she didn't even take them. Does anyone else know about this? I asked her "Are you sure it will get there without the customs form?" and she said YES. Can someone please ask their post office about this and see if mine is just crazy or it's really OK not to have??? |
Carol
VPM of LCpl Adam
3/4 India Co
|
Edited by - ~sandyr on 10/21/2009 22:53:53
|
|
|
|
mamask8ter
25+ Posts
85 Posts |
Posted - 10/22/2009 : 05:45:21
|
| Hi Carol, I can tell you that I was asking all kinds of questions to the postal worker on how to fill out the forms appropriately, she said, don't worry about it. I did the best I could, but I had a sense that they just didn't worry too much about it. |
VPM, LCPL Mike
Charlie Co., ITB
29 Palms - 3/4, India Co.
1st Deployment- Complete
Psalm 91 |
|
|
|
Powercat
25+ Posts
64 Posts |
Posted - 10/22/2009 : 13:07:03
|
I heard from my son today. He said he saw three packages delivered, so it appears the mail is starting to flow. Also, for those wondering about customs forms, I learned on the last deployment not to list things like aerosols. My lists were very bland and generic, such as canned fruit, candy, baby wipes, magazines, etc. Personally, I would not list anything expensive. There is just not enough space on the form to list everything. I just made sure that it weighed as it should for the types of things listed. If you have problems with a certain postal worker, try a different one next time. It can make it much easier.
Also, my son had a bad cough, so cough drops might be a good thing to send.
Good luck. |
Jim, Proud Father of LCpl. Ryan
3/4 India--- Home from his 2nd Deployment |
|
|
|
swflorida
200+ Posts
302 Posts |
Posted - 10/22/2009 : 14:58:12
|
FYI - I got an automated call through MCT saying all Marines and Sailors have arrived to their final destination.
Jim - thanks for the update. Could it really be there is mail? Praying it is true. Yes, I agree about postal workers. My last one advised me she would take my box but I should not have tried to tape the 'bulge out of it' trying to over stuff. I could swear she did not give me the discount for military either. She was blathering about her 3 week vacation the next day. I advised her the box was taped not due to the weird sized object put into a square box (honest it was nothing!-all the corner ends were in the right spot) but that I thought they could be dropped in pallets by planes and wanted it to survive. Very compassionate - not!All others have been great.....Anyway I thought it was also slightly annoying to be talking about 3 wks paid time off when our local unemployment is over 13%. Good for her she earned it, but times are tough for a lot of people our forclosure rate is horrid! A perfect time to buy in FL.... : ) |
April
VPMM
LCpl Nic
3/4 India Co, 3rd Plt
First Deployment to Stan /Over!!/
Saint Michael
Defend us in battle; be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May the power of God thrust down to hell Satan and all the wicked spirits who wander through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen --Pope Leo XIII |
|
|
|
~Kevs Proud Mom
Moderator: Chat Room
792 Posts |
Posted - 10/22/2009 : 19:04:48
|
Regarding customs forms . You MUST have a custom form , Now as far as filling them out . I would not declare anything expensive on the form . Unfortunatly , people steal froim these pkgs (yes even our military members) Very sad.I usually list the benign items like baby wipes , razors and canned food . just generalities .
The last i sent said clothing toiletries and candy .
Sue |
Sue
VPM of Cpl. Kevin
IRR
formerly of the 1/7 and 3/4
07/08 Iraq
09 Iraq
09/10 Afgahnistan
Mom to Petty Officer Linda USN
Honorman Sonar Tech School
"There is no limit to Love's tolerance, To it's trust, it's power, to endure.
Love never fails."
corinthians 13-13
|
|
|
|
DocsMom343
500+ Posts
638 Posts |
Posted - 10/22/2009 : 23:49:25
|
Hello All,
Jason called last night. Pretty good connection, all things considered. He sounded healthy and upbeat.
Re: customs forms. I've taken packages to every post office in our area and have never been told I don't need one. In fact just the opposite. They will not accept FPO or APO packages without one. Very interesting.....
I'm really glad the packages are starting to filter in. Nothing for Jason yet, but he knows they are on the way.
Take care all,
Linda
Proud Mom of HM3(Doc)Jason |
As you slide down the banisters of life may the splinters never point the wrong way.
|
Edited by - lyndam~ on 10/23/2009 08:58:53
|
|
|
|
pmcdonald
New Member
1 Posts |
Posted - 10/25/2009 : 16:28:18
|
| Haven't heard from our Marine yet. Also haven't seen any updates in a couple of days on here. ??? Been following others news in an attempt to keep connected as possible. Glad to hear there is communication with some from there. Thanks for sharing, all. Curious, is the caller ID on your Marines calls showing an odd sequence of numbers? Perhaps I am in the habit of screening too tightly for telemarketers. Probably not the time for that. Just wondering. |
|
|
|
~sandyr
Manager: Copyright & News Room
31265 Posts |
Posted - 10/25/2009 : 18:59:18
|
Hi pmcdonald! Welcome!! We’re so glad to see you. This is just the best place to find encouragement, info, support, and ideas to help you and your Marine.
Please tell your Marine a big thank you from all of us at MarineParents.com for his service and sacrifice for us and for our great country.
I’ve sent you a separate email with some info about the site. Please be on the lookout for it, checking your spam/bulk mail file, if needed.
|
With pride in and prayers for all who serve our country,
Sandy, VPM of Brian
Formerly 3/7 Kilo - Al Qaim '04, Ramadi '05-'06
IL MEPS center '06-'08
Currently Active Reserves - 2/24 Weapons Co.
|
|
|
|
plasticbarbie
25+ Posts
32 Posts |
Posted - 10/25/2009 : 19:23:56
|
| the weird sequence of calls is normally from sat phones. they show up all weird, and dont even look like phone numbers. answer em! |
BabyDocsWifey :) |
|
|
|
plasticbarbie
25+ Posts
32 Posts |
Posted - 10/25/2009 : 19:24:41
|
| *numbers. weird sequence of numbers |
BabyDocsWifey :) |
|
|
|
KARacin
New Member
22 Posts |
Posted - 10/25/2009 : 19:54:05
|
| Our son has called a few times. The last time he called was Wed. evening 10/22. He hadn't received any Moto Mail and the first one was sent 10/6. He did ask for heavy socks because it is getting cold at night. He asked for Kool Aid and Chips Ahoy.....and yes the Caller ID numbers are odd......lines are long for phones and computers he said. Sometimes you can get on in an hour on a good day. |
Kevin
VPD of Lcpl Tyler
3/4 India Co.
29 Palms, CA
Currently Deployed |
|
|
|
faithflower
25+ Posts
31 Posts |
Posted - 10/26/2009 : 20:16:28
|
| Stephen's wife said she finally received a short e-mail from him! It just said "love you" and "gotta go" basically but at least it was something...I think he is one of the more remote areas so that probably explains it. |
Mother of LCPL Stephen, grad. date 3/30/07 MCRD SD
3/4 India Co., 2nd Platoon
Currently deployed for second time
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depthe nor anything else will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." |
|
|
|
~Kevs Proud Mom
Moderator: Chat Room
792 Posts |
Posted - 10/27/2009 : 12:40:18
|
So glad you are hearing fro your Marines . Sounds like all is good . I have had a message from a couple of my son's friends Marines. They say all are in good spirits and doing well.
Now if only my son would call.
Sue |
Sue
VPM of Cpl. Kevin
IRR
formerly of the 1/7 and 3/4
07/08 Iraq
09 Iraq
09/10 Afgahnistan
Mom to Petty Officer Linda USN
Honorman Sonar Tech School
"There is no limit to Love's tolerance, To it's trust, it's power, to endure.
Love never fails."
corinthians 13-13
|
|
|
|
swflorida
200+ Posts
302 Posts |
Posted - 11/03/2009 : 15:23:57
|
An email today!
Whoop! It is our first. Girlfriend received one today also & a postcard yesterday. Spirits are good, has gotten our packages. In good spirits, busy & said it is a primative place. Glad I sent the blanket!
I am putting together my box this week and really was torn between tuna or pb & jelly. I have sent tuna a couple of times so PB & J won! Nic loves pb and I know I could not go over a month without it. I am so pleased they are getting our things, he said he still hasn't made it through all the stuff. Wait till they get breakfast in a box that was sent last week for them all : )
Apparently according to my PO, the only boxes we get discount on are the large flat rate. Kinda made me crabby cuz I really try not to put hygene & food together and have used 2 smaller ones. This time, the tortillas are going with the wipes - what can you do?
Please email me directly if you know of someone who can use a down blanket. I have an extra one.
Blessings for our Marine family.
|
April
VPMM
LCpl Nic
3/4 India Co, 3rd Plt
First Deployment to Stan /Over!!/
Saint Michael
Defend us in battle; be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May the power of God thrust down to hell Satan and all the wicked spirits who wander through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen --Pope Leo XIII |
Edited by - ~sandyr on 11/03/2009 16:00:50
|
|
|
|
KARacin
New Member
22 Posts |
Posted - 11/03/2009 : 21:28:25
|
| Received an email today and he received package in 2 weeks. hope they can keep that up. |
Kevin
VPD of Lcpl Tyler
3/4 India Co.
29 Palms, CA
Currently Deployed |
|
|
|
DocsMom343
500+ Posts
638 Posts |
Posted - 11/10/2009 : 21:35:47
|
Helllllloooooooooo! Anybody home?
Rec'd a call from Jason yesterday. His packages are now taking about 2 weeks. We got a letter from him today. I'm not sure this mom's heart can take any more excitement!!!
I hope you are all hearing from your son's or daughters.
Take care,
Linda
Proud Mom of HM3(Doc)Jason |
As you slide down the banisters of life may the splinters never point the wrong way.
|
|
|
|
mreilly
New Member
1 Posts |
Posted - 11/11/2009 : 14:18:42
|
| Our son is receiving packages quickly, too. I heard from him (it had been almost 3 long weeks) a couple days ago. He seemed quiet, but OK. They had a generator working for 2 whole days and he was able to charge his computer. They have a sparse weight room (or tent) which he was happy about. The phone call was a little frustrating because I could barely hear him, but I didn't care, as long as I could hear a little bit. I'm always interested in what the other guys are asking for...I try to send a package every 5 days or so and I run out of ideas. He asked for black Mechanix gloves (I found online), movies and protein bars and protein powder. My family owns a chain of restaurants in Cleveland and we send cases of their private BBQ Sauce which he says is consumed immediately! This is my first post. I find this site very comforting - tough times, but we're all in the same boat together! |
|
|
|
~sandyr
Manager: Copyright & News Room
31265 Posts |
Posted - 11/11/2009 : 14:55:33
|
Hi mreilly! Welcome!! We’re so glad to see you. This is just the best place to find encouragement, info, support, and ideas to help you and your Marine.
Please tell your Marine a big thank you from all of us at MarineParents.com for his service and sacrifice for us and for our great country.
I’ve sent you a separate email with some info about the site. Please be on the lookout for it, checking your spam/bulk mail file, if needed.
|
With pride in and prayers for all who serve our country,
Sandy, VPM of Brian
Formerly 3/7 Kilo - Al Qaim '04, Ramadi '05-'06
IL MEPS center '06-'08
Currently Active Reserves - 2/24 Weapons Co.
|
|
|
|
KARacin
New Member
22 Posts |
Posted - 11/11/2009 : 17:35:12
|
| We received a couple calls later last week and an email. We ask every time what he wants and he's not really asking for a lot so we keep sending things like Chip Ahoy Pack, Salsa and Chips, Pop Tarts, Football, Rice Crispy Treats. All the good stuff....LOL...He did ask for Ramen Noodles in the styrofoam cups. |
Kevin
VPD of Lcpl Tyler
3/4 India Co.
29 Palms, CA
Currently Deployed |
|
|
|
caroltchr
New Member
9 Posts |
Posted - 11/12/2009 : 12:46:35
|
| I've heard from Adam several times, usually on FB or AIM. He tells us he and his buddies have received several packages already and some motomail. It's hard to tell exactly what he's gotten, so we have begun to number each package and write down the day we send it out. This way we can tell how long it actually takes to get there. I have found many sites that contain information about the 3/4 -- some news, some photos. I didn't see Adam in any of the pictures, but maybe some of you will see someone you know. |
Carol
VPM of LCpl Adam
3/4 India Co
|
Edited by - ~sandyr on 11/12/2009 17:38:42
|
|
|
|
~Kevs Proud Mom
Moderator: Chat Room
792 Posts |
Posted - 11/12/2009 : 16:04:49
|
WELCOME mreilly ! So glad you found us . It always good to be here . This is the place we all understand , and it brings a great deal of comfort.. Do you know we have a unit chat on Wednesday nights . You can come in and talk live with the other members of the 3/4. We do alot of sharing . And even manage to laughfor an hour or so . Hope you can join us. It is at 8pm central time.
I Missed a call from Kevin today ! I feel so bad. He also tried to call his father and he missed him too. I just feel awful, Here the kid tries to call for the first time in a month and there is no one there for him. I am so sad .
Sue
Sue |
Sue
VPM of Cpl. Kevin
IRR
formerly of the 1/7 and 3/4
07/08 Iraq
09 Iraq
09/10 Afgahnistan
Mom to Petty Officer Linda USN
Honorman Sonar Tech School
"There is no limit to Love's tolerance, To it's trust, it's power, to endure.
Love never fails."
corinthians 13-13
|
|
|
|
Topic |
|
|
|
| Marine Corps Support Forum |
© 2000-09 Snitz Communications |
|
|
This page was generated in 19.87 seconds.
There are 165 users currently online.
Highest count of consecutive users recorded today: 219 |
Snitz Forums 2000 |
|
|
|
|
|
3/4, India Company
