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