DEAR ABBY: I want to thank you for thinking of us while we are deployed here in Kosovo. The men of our unit were pleased to have received many letters of support from home. The letters have helped us remain close to home during the holiday season.
Through Operation Dear Abby you have provided a service to the U.S. military for many years. The men and women serving in the military do give up many of the joys of being home during the holidays. But we understand the blood and tears our forefathers have given to our great country -- and we are not making the same sacrifice. I am proud to be here. It is rewarding to be able to give Kosovo a little of the freedom we enjoy every day.
You have provided much of the same service that Bob Hope did, keeping us in touch with everyday Americans. Thank you for being there for us. -- SGT. ROBERT E. JONES, U.S. ARMY
DEAR SGT. JONES: Thank you for a wonderful letter, but the credit for the success of Operation Dear Abby belongs to the thousands of generous and patriotic Americans who work hard each year to be sure our troops are remembered. All of us are very proud of you, indeed!