It's that time again...

[Lopaka]

My fellow Brothers and Sisters of the Leaf,

As you all know, I'm running the Secret Santa because it's a great tradition on CSmokers. Plus, I have issues getting packages here in Germany. (My wife gets everything she has ordered, go figure)

However, the main and real reason that I wanted to run it and not participate is because...

Uncle Sam has called and I maybe joining my fellow brothers and sisters in uniform down range.

I know you understand when I say that I can't tell you when I may leave or where I'm going. I can't really say much until after I arrive there. However, right now it will be after the SS final packages should have been sent.

I don't know if I'll be able to access CSmokers where I'm going. Since I'll be busy trying to get ready for the possible tasking please understand if I'm not checking every day.

Thanks for your understanding and even if I don't go, please keep my fellow brothers and sisters in harms way this holiday in your prayers.

Lopaka

[Eville]

Best of luck to ya either way. Take care.

[ashauler]

Take care of yourself for sure. Holler if you need any assist with the SS.

[badwhale]

Be safe bro. Good luck, and thank you.

Will

[cigarsarge]

I'll be praying for you and your fellow soldiers...Thanks for your service.

[logan37]

God bless and stay safe Brother wherever you are. Thank you and all your brothers and sisters at arms.

[mail man]

God's speed on your safe return, prayers sent up every day for the safe return of all our brothers and sisters in harms way.
Thank you.

[nhcigarfan]

Whatever you need bro just say. Stay safe and come home.

[cigarsarge]

Whatever you need bro just say. Stay safe and come home.

Let us know your APO...I'm pretty sure a care package or two might come you and your guys direction.

[buzz]

Definitely will be praying for you bro - thanks for your service!

-Buzz

[TachyCoventry]

I'll pray for your safe return along with everyone else who is defending our country. God bless and get home soon!

[Lopaka]

The odds of me departing are getting higher. I just got my Anthrax shot and my arm hurts!! Me and Mr. Bourbon are working on calming the pain. As long as all the SS send their packages on time, (Saturday), then we should be good. If I have any stranglers right before I leave, I'll send a PM to a very mean elf to take care of buisness.

Keep you all informed as I can.

Lopaka

[cinda]

My prayers are with you and you family.

[Tdre977]

Stay safe bro! And thank you!

[Lopaka]

So, in case you are wondering. I'm now at Kabul, Afghanistan.

My APO for those that asked

TSgt Robert Meade
76 EAS-NKAIA
APO, AE 09320

Please keep in mind that it takes anywhere from 1-3 weeks to get here. Also, no Porn or Alcohol. If you send it, I'll throw it away because it's not worth my career.

Lastly, we'll be leaving at the beginning of Feb. So, if you want to send something, I would send it soon.

The internet is off and on, and ok here. I'll try and post when I can. I'm going to try and update the Secret Santa today or tomorrow. If you sent the package out and didn't PM me, please do. They should have already gone out by now. If you received one, please PM me so I can remove your SS from the list.

Thanks again and I'll try and post a pic when I get a chance.

Lopaka the deployed Herfer!

[Diesel Grinch]

Stay safe my friend!

[Lopaka]

We are getting near the end of this rotation. We don't have a definite date of return yet, however, I'm glad we are coming to the end because my portable humi is starting to run really low on smokes!

The consequences of handing out smokes every time I lite one up!

I hope everyone is good and its great to see new members on the board!

Chat later!

Lopaka the deployed Herfer