
2/9 Marines are living a spartan life and in daily contact with the Taliban,kicking butt. However,they lack many necessities operating out of small FOBs and OP/LPs in Helmand. Boxer shorts are needed as well as canned food such as Mac & Cheese,fruit,beef stew.Babywipes, and with cold weather soon to be upon them, hand warmers,gloves with fingers cut out,layered clothing etc.