On Monday, I sent a package to my cousin, who is currently stationed overseas with the military. I've never sent a package requiring a customs form before, but that's another story...
At any rate, I thought it wouldn't hurt to post a friendly reminder to those of you who will be sending gifts to loved ones overseas. The suggested USPS deadlines for holiday shipping are Dec. 4 or Dec. 11, depending on where the person is located and what type of shipping you use. That's coming up awfully quickly... But, for those of you looking for a shipping deal, the post office does offer a flat-rate military mailing box that is 12" x 12" x 5.5" and goes for $11.95 to APO/FPO destinations, regardless of weight, up to 70 pounds.
