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« on: June 28, 2009, 12:58:51 PM » |
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I joined the KindleBoards community several weeks ago to get advice about the feasibility of sending a Kindle to my son in Iraq. I've whiled away the early weeks of his deployment by spending hours at this site. With all the good advice I've read here, I'm ready to send this "armored" up Kindle to him. Here is what he will find in this much anticipated care package: - A new K2 that has been tested for sun fading, Whispernet, functional 5-way keys and keyboard, and uploading via USB.
- Custom inserts for the Patagonia case
- A B&W Type 10 foam-lined, lockable hard case with latches and handle
- 150+ books (mostly free books--classics and newer freebies recommended on KB)
An explanation about the custom inserts for the Patagonia case: When Starbuck responded to my PM about using a Kindle in Iraq, he mentioned to get the hardest case possible because his screen cracked. That's when I ordered the B&W case. The B&W will be great for transport, but not for reading. So then I started looking for a Patagonia. I wanted something that could be totally closed and also would work for reading. Then I read in Starbuck's blog that he was talking about something like an M-Edge. That's when I remembered a post I read about someone whose perfect Kindle case was an Amazon leather cover sliced in half and inserted in the Patagonia. I didn't want to pay for another case, so I found a hardbound DTB of perfect dimensions (a Zane Grey book) and cut the pages out and sliced the cover in half at the spine. I then covered the hardback with a golf-patterned flannel. The board that faces the Kindle also has a piece of foam glued to it before being covered with fabric so it has extra cushion near the screen and still fits easily into the Patagonia pocket.    An added benefit of the custom inserts is now the Patagonia case zips much more easily around the corners. Its not a slim case, but it is comfortable, easily folds back, and the straps on the front and back provide great handholds.  The B&W case has egg crate foam on the lid and customizable "pick and pluck" foam in the base. This foam is precut into cubes that can be shaped to make a custom-fitting space to hold a Kindle.     So with all the great advice available at KB, this Kindle is ready to go. I'm just awaiting the release of one more book on June 30. This Kindle will be arriving just in time. My son called on Friday and said he's already read 14 of the DTBs he brought with him! His Kindle will arrive with the many well wishes that have been posted to my introductory thread and to a question I asked. I'm sure he'll be checking out this site when he's stateside. Thank you to the many of you whose posts were instrumental in making accessory decisions. |
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« Reply #1 on: June 28, 2009, 01:44:26 PM » |
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Guernsey
That modification looks great. The whole package looks good.
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« Reply #2 on: June 28, 2009, 01:57:18 PM » |
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It looks great & I'm sure he'll love it!!!! Best wishes from everyone here go with it, I'm certain!
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« Reply #3 on: June 28, 2009, 02:44:37 PM » |
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I have to say---->>> thats Beautiful  I know the Kindle will bring him, many hours of pleasure. |
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« Reply #4 on: June 28, 2009, 02:49:30 PM » |
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what a wonderfully thought out gift! You son is a very lucky man.
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« Reply #5 on: June 28, 2009, 03:03:57 PM » |
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He is going to love it - you did a great job! What a lucky son!
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« Reply #6 on: June 28, 2009, 03:06:49 PM » |
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This is one sweet set-up for him. Excellent choices, he will love it!
I Thank Your Son for his service! I thank you for raising such a fine man.
He is in my prayers for his safety,
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« Reply #7 on: June 28, 2009, 03:18:30 PM » |
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Wow. It will be well protected and everything is so functional. He is going to really enjoy it. I hope he has many hours of enjoyment. Keep us posted, I would love to hear how he likes it. |
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« Reply #8 on: June 28, 2009, 03:29:00 PM » |
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Tell him to drop by KIndleBoards if he ever gets the chance, and we want to continue to hear from you as well, Guernsey
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« Reply #9 on: June 28, 2009, 03:29:38 PM » |
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Great job, Guernsey! I'm sure your son will realize immediately how much love and work you put into the package that you're sending him. It was truly done with TLC.
Please give your son my best, and tell him thank you. Please tell him to share that thanks with the men and women with whom he serves, as well. I will keep your son, those who are serving with him, and your family in my prayers.
Please keep us posted about how much he loves his "care package." I'll be looking forward to seeing him on these boards once he is stateside.
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« Reply #10 on: June 28, 2009, 05:22:06 PM » |
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Awwwww, just the pics made me  What a darling mama you are to your boy I'm sure he will be thrilled with the Kindle and the loving thoughts and planning that come with it. Many thanks to your son and your family for your service and sacrifice. |
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« Reply #11 on: June 28, 2009, 07:27:05 PM » |
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That's awesome and I think it will be greatly appreciated and well loved. As well as the person who sent it. Let us know how he likes it!
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« Reply #12 on: June 28, 2009, 07:37:01 PM » |
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What a wonderful thoughtful care package, I know your son will love it!!!
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« Reply #13 on: June 28, 2009, 07:50:38 PM » |
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That is a wonderful package. I have the black hard plastic case with foam insert that I bought for a Sony mini-disc recorder/player. I'm not using the mini-disc recorder any more and haven't thought of what to use the case for, but I'll think of something. Great protection for your son's kindle.
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« Reply #14 on: June 28, 2009, 08:18:18 PM » |
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Looks like you've covered all the bases! (military pun) Seriously though, it looks awesome, and I'm sure he'll really enjoy it. Please tell him thanks for his service, and thanks for yours as well, Mom. I often think the family members have the toughest duty-and They didn't choose to join the military!
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« Reply #15 on: June 28, 2009, 08:27:29 PM » |
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Loving the very "Agent 007" style packaging!!
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« Reply #16 on: June 29, 2009, 01:30:35 AM » |
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I think you made great choices, he will love it and he will have lots of good books to read on downtime.
Thank You for being so supportive, you are a great mom and Thank your Son for his service to our county. I
I will be praying for his safety,
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« Reply #17 on: June 29, 2009, 08:40:44 AM » |
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Is that a Pelican Case??? I know they sell those like crazy over there for almost everything. I had one for my laptop when going from FOB to FOB.
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« Reply #18 on: June 29, 2009, 12:56:10 PM » |
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That is such a wonderful gift. You put so much time, thought, and effort into it. I'm sure he'll love it.
And Thank You to your son for all he is doing for us and our country.
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« Reply #19 on: June 29, 2009, 02:46:00 PM » |
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Great gift and looks amazing with all the accessories.
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« Reply #21 on: June 30, 2009, 04:19:08 PM » |
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I would like to add my appreciation for all your son is doing for his country. Your taking good care of that soldier.
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« Reply #22 on: July 01, 2009, 10:09:12 PM » |
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Is that a Pelican Case??? I know they sell those like crazy over there for almost everything. I had one for my laptop when going from FOB to FOB.
The case is a B&W Type 10 Outdoor Case, but when I was looking, I saw Pelican cases, too. This one was much less than the Pelican. |
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« Reply #23 on: July 01, 2009, 11:04:44 PM » |
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Thank you for sharing your photos. The care packaged you devised and made for your son is great. The time, thought & imagination, planning, and hard work you put into this project is amazing -- simply amazing1 It is obvious how much you love and know your son. I'd love to see the look on his face when he opens the package.
Please extend my gratitude to your son and all our young men and women faithfully serving our country. Blessings to you, your son, and the rest of your family.
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« Reply #24 on: July 02, 2009, 12:19:18 AM » |
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Thank you for sharing this wonderful gift with us. I will be praying for your son to be safe and to come home safely. This present to him is full of love, and I hope that he enjoys it for many hours.
My prayers are with you. Love.
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