Things to send Soldiers overseas

Thank you Honeylioness

Sending packages overseas - something I know a little about from Hawk's last "rodeo". Now, depending on where your cousin is stationed there are things that seem a bit odd to us but will make their daily lives a bit more pleasant.

If the team/group is in the field as opposed to being in the Green Zone or Kabul I would recommend sending some of the following as well:

Antibacterial hand wash gel - Water is at a premium for most field troops and they will drink it rather than wash
Baby wipes - See above especially as regards personal hygiene.

Immodium AD - Many suffer from gastrointestinal issues from the water, stress and food
Chapstick
Sunscreen or zinc oxide

Playing cards
Crossword puzzle books - added bonus, completed pages double as field toilet paper.
Pencils and a sharpener
Note paper and envelopes to write thank you letters etc.
Packets or small jars of spices like garlic, pepper etc. - Most field units have no chow facilities and are preparing their MRE's over small propane burners. They may be nutritious but they lack any real flavor so spices are welcome in making them more palatable.