10,000 cards and letters project. Term project test pilot study was successful; looking for more participation and an expanded program this coming holiday season. Grand Master Blaney would like everyone in the Jurisdiction to continue to collect cards/letters made out for our troops overseas, and give to your area regional program director for forwarding. A committee will be formed to mail cards and letters directly to the units overseas. We found this was the most efficient way during this our first year. As you are aware, the holidays become very lonely times when you are away from home. On the national front the Associated Press reported a soldier gave his purple heart to a teenager who won a writing contest expressing gratitude to our Armed Forces. The soldier who gave it to her wanted to show his appreciation. A full story by the Associated Press was dated May 27, 2006. The soldiers NOW like the soldiers THEN appreciate your support. ONE.