How to Send Flowers to Iraq

Sending packages to soldiers in Iraq is easy. People say they wish there was a way to show their appreciation but that it is too costly or difficult. This isn't true.

Things You'll Need

• Package
• Address
• Postage
• Soldier's name

Instructions

1. Choose a soldier. If you do not have a particular soldier in mind, try www.anysoldier.com. It costs no more to send to a soldier in Iraq than to any place in the United States because postage is calculated as APO boxes, not foreign addresses.

2. Think small. Soldiers don't have a lot of room for storage or carrying things around. A pack of gum, travel-size toiletries, or funny pictures or stories from magazines go a long way.

3. Mail early. If your package has a specific target date, allow two or three weeks for it to arrive.

4. Remember that the mail is being sent to benefit the troops, not you. Chances are the soldier will not have time to write you back---but know that it is appreciated and that you have the power to make someone's day with your flowers or gifts.