I sent an email to Master Sargent Louis Ritz, currently stationed in Iraq. He replaced my friend Adam when his tour was complete. I hope you all remember that Adam was the mastermind behind our chocolate drive for wounded warriors.

I contacted MSgt Ritz to get an update on the chocolate supply and to make sure that he passed my contact info on so we could have another drive next fall. This was his reply:

Everything is fine. Wounded warriors love the chocolate. Thanks for your everlasting support. Of course, I will pass along your name to my replacement. You’re like the Easter Bunny, Santa Claus and Willy Wonka all wrapped up into one.

I’d have to say that last line is less for me and more for all the folks who contributed. Thank you!!