A little help with some dirt - Update 4/21

Utah Bob · February 10, 2012, 12:52:05 PM

Had the grand presentation at the VFW meeting last night.
Post Commander Dave McCuskey (Left), and Quartermaster Tom McDonnel

Utah Bob · February 14, 2012, 04:39:11 PM

Quote from: mestiza letty on February 04, 2012, 10:32:36 PM
Went to Carson City today Bob..
Soil sample is along side the RR tracks of the V & T Railroad (Virginia & Truckee) Museum.
Still a bit damp but should be OK to ship out first of next week...

Got 'er done.

Delmonico · February 14, 2012, 05:10:25 PM

Bob, I mailed you some yesterday, kept forgetting because it was in my workshop and I've been busy in the kitchen.

Texas Lawdog · February 14, 2012, 06:16:26 PM

Utah Bob, That is a nice presentation to the VFW Post. That is a thoughtful rememberance for those who served and made the supreme sacifice for our country.

mestiza letty · February 14, 2012, 07:27:29 PM

I agree with TLD, Bob great job!!

Utah Bob · February 20, 2012, 08:37:56 AM

Quote from: Delmonico on February 14, 2012, 05:10:25 PM
Bob, I mailed you some yesterday, kept forgetting because it was in my workshop and I've been busy in the kitchen.

Got it!

Utah Bob · February 20, 2012, 08:46:44 AM

Getting very close to completion. I have promises from:

Alabama
Illinois
Maryland
Massachusetts
Minnesota
New Hampshire
Oklahoma
South Carolina
Washington
Wisconsin

But still no commitments from:

Connecticut
North Dakota
South Dakota
Maine
Rhode Island

Utah Bob · February 29, 2012, 11:02:54 AM

Now that the snow has stopped blowing I'm headed to the post office. Hope there's some soiled packages for me.

Camille Eonich · March 01, 2012, 07:59:57 AM

I have not been able to get to South Carolina. I've just been too busy to make the trip even on the weekends. Doesn't look as though it's going to let up any time soon either. I'm sorry.

Utah Bob · March 01, 2012, 05:23:13 PM

Quote from: Camille Eonich on March 01, 2012, 07:59:57 AM
I have not been able to get to South Carolina. I've just been too busy to make the trip even on the weekends. Doesn't look as though it's going to let up any time soon either. I'm sorry.

I think I have found a pard who will take care of the Palmetto State. Thanks Camille.

mestiza letty · March 10, 2012, 06:11:24 PM

I just recieved a nice note of thanks!!
I was glad to help out and would do anything else to honor your cause just let me know

Delmonico · March 11, 2012, 11:12:06 AM

I got a note also, later this year I may be able to get some Afgan dirt with out havin' ta worry about gettin' in trouble. Got some Nebraska National Guard folks over there, Cav guys, the dirt may have a bit of felt from Cav Stetsons mixed in it, but gonna bring something to save it in.

Got the idea yesterday cleanin' a couple for the Cav Ball last night. I'll have em pass the word that if they need their Stetsons cleaned to bring them in, most do anyway, don't cost those guys to get there hats serviced here.

GunClick Rick · March 15, 2012, 08:27:32 PM

I know a feller that works at the cemetery,i'll go get a teaspoon from the tomb of the unknown soldier,it's a civil war soldier statue..

Utah Bob · March 16, 2012, 08:57:06 AM

Quote from: GunClick Rick on March 15, 2012, 08:27:32 PM
I know a feller that works at the cemetery,i'll go get a teaspoon from the tomb of the unknown soldier,it's a civil war soldier statue..

Thanks Rick but I consider cemetery sacrosanct and would prefer it stays where it is. Just home states is fine.

Utah Bob · March 16, 2012, 09:01:31 AM

Quote from: Delmonico on March 11, 2012, 11:12:06 AM
I got a note also, later this year I may be able to get some Afgan dirt with out havin' ta worry about gettin' in trouble. Got some Nebraska National Guard folks over there, Cav guys, the dirt may have a bit of felt from Cav Stetsons mixed in it, but gonna bring something to save it in. Got the idea yesterday cleanin' a couple for the Cav Ball last night. I'll have em pass the word that if they need their Stetsons cleaned to bring them in, most do anyway, don't cost those guys to get there hats serviced here.

I managed to get some nice Afghan sand the other day but thanks.
Actually, the Vietnam dirt on the memorial came from my old boony hat. Good thing I never washed it.

Garryowen!

GunClick Rick · March 16, 2012, 12:29:48 PM

10-4

Utah Bob · March 20, 2012, 04:34:35 PM

Just got back from the Post Office. No dirt today but I did receive the pair of WWII combat boots. They will make a great addition!
If they could only talk!

http://sassvets.homestead.com/boots.jpg

Utah Bob · March 29, 2012, 05:56:16 PM

Mass, SD and RI should be here soon.
AND the M16A1 replica arrived today. Pics in post #1.

GunClick Rick · March 29, 2012, 08:56:26 PM

Bob did you ever get any from Kaddyfornya

Utah Bob · March 29, 2012, 09:25:57 PM

Quote from: GunClick Rick on March 29, 2012, 08:56:26 PM
Bob did you ever get any from Kaddyfornya

Yup. Big Sage brought me some back when he did a road trip.