Operation Comfort - Automotivation -

mtpockets · #1 (**permalink**) 11-23-2008, 05:26 AM

I spoke with Janice at Op Comfort again yesterday, everyone is very excited about our visit. At present they expect about 20 soldiers, 20 admin folks and the HCC has 31 people and 20 Cobras going (rain or shine). Bar B Q lunch hosted by Op Comfort, we're bringing beverages, chairs, cakes, Christmas cookies, brownies etc. Jim Driesch has recieved numerous donations towards the "Wish List" from auto parts stores, body shop suppliers, etc. We're going to try to put together a commemorative T-Shirt for the event, enough for all attending (not sure we have enough time) but we're trying. Lots of enthusiasm here in Houston. I sent a letter to my daughters school asking for support letters/cards from the kids to the soldiers also making an announcement at church this morning.

I know this time of the year many folks already have plans. Any way you get involved is greatly appreciated. A card, a letter, a donation or if nothing else, spread the word. Someone out there knows someone at a newspaper, a news station, put up a notice at work with the link to Op Comfort http://www.operationcomfort.org/ Thanks for your support and again, God Bless the soldiers.

Seagull81 · #2 (**permalink**) 11-23-2008, 08:58 AM

mtpockets,
I sent you a PM.
Steve

mtpockets · #3 (**permalink**) 11-23-2008, 10:34 AM

Jay:
The HCC yahoogroups site is abuzz with the Operation Comfort cruise. I expected 15-20 people and maybe 10 cars, that's doubled with many folks asking "what can I do". There's still plenty of time to make plans, we have a few people in our group that probably won't decide until the last minute. If you can't make it, say a prayer for the soldiers and for good weather.

Seagull81 · #4 (**permalink**) 11-25-2008, 07:20 PM

I second the good weather thought. I would rather bring the Cobra.
Steve

Seagull81 · #5 (**permalink**) 11-29-2008, 09:32 AM

Bill,
We have 4 Cobras and two maybe, so far. I'll have you a count Thursday or Friday after I call around. Praying for no rain! I don't care if it is cold.
Steve

mtpockets · #6 (**permalink**) 11-29-2008, 10:56 AM

Well, 14 days and counting and the list of attendees is triple what I expected. We're up to 42 people & 24 Cobras. It's a testament to the generosity of the Texas Cobra Club. To date we have the following on the donation list.
Fleece blankets being made: Army, Marines, Cowboys & Texans
Goodie bags donated by O'Reilly Auto parts
Assorted baked goods: Cookies, brownies.
Letters & Christmas cards by Girl Scouts, Brownies & students
A very large assortment of shop supplies: Complete list to follow
And of course, one size fits all: Cash

There are quite a few people planning on trailering their cars and spending the night. Can someone help with hotel recommendations for the area?

In addition, the word has gotten around BAMC and the head count of attendees, soldiers 30, admin 20 has exceeded their wildest dreams. The soldiers are really pumped about this event. Janis, the main organizer at Operation Comfort calls often and can't thank everyone enough for what we're doing. Thanks again to everyone for committing to help out, whatever way that is, it's greatly appreciated.

http://www.operationcomfort.org/

Gregg(What's his name)? · #7 (**permalink**) 11-29-2008, 03:25 PM

There is a Best Western off IH-35 that has pretty descent parking. We use it alot and they are pretty good folks. I will get the number and location on Monday. I have talked to Jay and looks like he is flying down on Saturday Morning. SO my cobra will not be there.

but that is ok.
Bill let me know what else you need as far as food and Lodging.

Gregg H