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The Tye Band Fundraising Bracelet - Military Bracelet -Memorial Bracelet and Memorial Wristband

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7/9/2008

Mike,

I got the TyeTag in and took it to my mother, she opened it and put it on After looking at it. She has not taken it off since. I can't Thank you enough.

It is truly awesome! You guy's do remarkable work. Take care, god bless. And thank you and all those involved, from the bottom of My heart. The service you provide is invaluable.

Dave Harris

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5/9/2008, you wrote:

Mr. and Mrs. Pratt- I just received the bracelets in honor and in memory of NYS Trooper Andy Sperr. They are absolutely beautiful! Thank you for the bottom of my heart.

Trooper Sperr died in the line of duty on March 1, 2006, when he was shot and killed by two bank robbers. Andy did not know about the robbery when he approached the vehicle. The information was not transmitted in enough time across the police frequency. He was shot 4 times. Although being mortally wounded, he was able to return fire, striking both of his assiliants. He was a 10 year veteran of the NYS Police and left behind two wonderful parents, 10 amazing siblings, many nieces and nephews and a beautiful fiance and her two little girls. Life has definitely changed for all of us since that tragic day. My husband, who is also a trooper, knew Andy, but I unfortunately never had the opportunity and priviledge of ever meeting him.

I will wear my bracelet with pride and honor. Everytime I look at it I will remember the sacrifice that Andy made on that day along with all of his loved ones. I will also remember men like your son who are willing to put their lives on the line day in and day out for all of us so that we can enjoy our many freedoms we so seldomly take for granted. Continue to honor your son's memory with such class and dignity. God Bless you both.

Respectfully,
Kristin DelNagro
Wife of NYS Trooper
Z/Sgt. George DelNagro
Rochester, NY

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5/18/2008

Hello Mike,

I just wanted to say thank you so much, the tye bands turned out much better then the picture could give them credit for and I am amazed at how light they are. I barely notice it when I have it on. I am not sure if you have recieved a letter from Sgt. Foyteck's mom *Connie*. But she was definetly suprised by the bands. She recieved them the day before Mother's Day and she said that it was the greatest mothers day present she has ever recieved. Expecially with Missy on them. So thank you for honoring our family members in a way that no one else can, and continuing to bring the smiles back on others faces as you have done for our two families. Again thank you for adding Mr. Potato Head to my husband's bands, that was a gift that unfortenetly was taken away from us when it was left in Iraq and it was a gift you gave back to us on the band's. I've already had some other family's comment on the bands and will probably get in touch with you to make there loved one as well.

Thank you so much, and I look forward to working with you again in the future.

Amanda Spohn

"It is not my job to die for my country... It is my job to make the other guy die for HIS country" SGT. Foyteck.. KIA Oct. 30, 2006

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At 11:20 PM 5/3/2008, you wrote:

Mr. Pratt,

I really appreciate you taking the time, and I must say I am amazed at how good the picture actually turned out. You and your team did an amazing job. I agree with you that the feild green does the picture more justice. And I proof read all of it and everything is correct.

Thank you soo much..His mom is going to be in tears when she sees these...

Amanda Spohn

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The Tye Band Company made ^{Tye Bands_TM} for all the members of the Panama City Police Department. After receiving his special, solid brass Police ^{Tye Band}_TM,

Captain Duane Bishop, of the Panama City Police sent The ^{Tye Band}_TM Company the following email:

Dear Mike & Rita,
It's Friday and what a wonderful surprise, I don't mean to sound prideful, but the badge one you made me is the best
looking of all. I posted a notice on the bulletin board for the rest and before I could make it back to my office, 4 were taken.
Again, thank you for everything that you have, and are doing for all of us.
I'll forget Tye when I forget how to breathe. He will be immortal !
God Bless and take care,
Captain Duane D. Bishop
Inspector, Special Operations
Panama City Beach P. D.

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5/2/2008, you wrote:
Subject: Sincerest Thanks!

Lora:

Please tell Mr. Pratt, that there are no words to express my joy at reading your email this evening. I am honored to have been a part of this for Tony's family. He was a wonderful friend, father, brother, son and especially a wonderful Trooper. I know his family will be elated about this, since they are unaware of my emails to you all. It should be a wonderful surprise and great honor for them, knowing that Mr. Pratt honored their fallen hero as he has done. He is a wonderful man and he does wonderful things, may God continue to bless him in his life's journey and watch over him, along side Tye, who I know is honored to be his son...yesterday, today and always. Please give him my deepest, dearest thanks for this.

Tiffany G. Youngblood

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4/3/2008,

Hi, I want to appologize for just getting back to respond from your last e-mail. Just want to thank you so much for keeping intouch regarding my Tye Band for my uncle

David. Even me being about (3) years older than my sweet uncle, David Joubert Sr., he always called me his neice: o)

I just can't thank you and your family enough for creating the Tye Band. It is such a wonderful comfort to me and my family.

May god bless Lovingly
Freida

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At 01:02 PM 3/22/2008, you wrote:

Just to let you know I received my Ty Band about a week ago now and I love it !

It's like having him here.

Thank you so much.

Freida

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2/13/2008

I just want to say Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!!

This has been wonderful having him around my wrist to when I need a quick reminder of how lucky I am to have a wonderful brother! Thank you again Mike and Staff!

Always

Heather Martin- Bollinger proud sister of SSGT Jon Martin

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2/10/2008,

Mr. Pratt,

Mike, Thank you for the great job on the Tye Band bracelet, my father cried when he opened it. I haven't seen my father cry in over thirty years. It is incredible the emotion that can come from a mear piece of tin, with an inscription. My father placed it on his wrist immediately and had difficulty reading it through his tears. I could see the intense emotion and pride on his aged face. He said it was the most beautiful gift I ever gave him. Thank you again and from time to time if it is ok with you, I would like to just send an email to say hello.

Your friend

Frank

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At 01:36 PM 2/5/2008

Mike

Just wanted to let you know that I received my band today (breast cancer memorial to my mother). It came out beautifully. The white background really makes the pink pop out. The photo is wonderful too. It is so nice to look down and see my mother's face. It is so detailed that I can see her blue eyes again. Thank you so much!

Attached is a little blip about my mother and pictures for which you asked. I went to your website and was so surprised to see my mother's picture there. Now she will forever be immortalized. Thank you again!

Alison Lloyd Click... Here

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At 12:53 PM 1/31/2008, you wrote:

Thank you so much Mr. Mike for all of your hard work.

TheTye Band look wonderful. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers and for the hard work that you do for the Police Force, Military and whomever else orders your bands. Tye was a lucky man to have a Father & Mother that loved/loves him very much.

God Bless
Susan Gibson

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1/28/2008, you wrote:

Mr. Pratt,

We received our Tye Bands today and they look amazing. I want to thank you so much for what you have done. My husband couldn't be happier. Thank you for everything.

Thanks again,
Deborah

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1/28/2008:

Dear Mr Pratt,

I received my TyeBand and TyeTags for Officer Chuck Cassidy today and they are more beautiful then I could
have ever imagined. I talked to you on the phone and you said that you were in the process of trying color pictures and weren't
sure how they would turn out. Well, I can not say enough about the color pictures. They turned out wonderful, once again you did
a fantastic job. I can hardly wait to give Chuck's wife Judy her TyeTag I know she will just love it. Also I have read every word
on your web site (it took me days) about all the great things you and your wife are doing for everyone, you two are truly wonderful
people and your dedication to your wonderful son is wonderful. I'm truly sorry for your loss and know that your son is smiling down you and your wife and saying YOU DO REMEMBER ME and are doing a fantastic job. Once again thank you foreverything.

Yours,
Dolores Gallagher

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1/28/2008

Thank you so much, I received my "Tye Band" today January 26, 2008!

I love it and it is so wonderfully made.

God bless you for all of your hard work, and all of the people who were involved in helping you.

Thank you, Thank you!!!

Farra Ratliff

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9.26.07

Hello Mr. Pratt

Thank you SO much for what you do & the respect that you show for these officers. I am so sorry for the loss of your son....I hope you know that through this work you do, his life continues in a special way.

Kelly Stewart

Wife of Officer Michael Stewart, Suprise Police Department

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9/19/2007

Mike & Rita,

Just a quick note to say we’re thinking of you today and always on the anniversary of Tye’s death.

Thank you so much for utilizing Tye’s legacy to help us to make an impact on young people in our community….it truly does not go unnoticed!

Thanks,

Thomas R. Kunkel

Chief Professional Officer

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands
2610 Hamilton Street
Omaha, NE 68131

"Teaching youth the skills they need to succeed in life"

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8.29.07

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At 09:49 AM 8/17/2007, you wrote:

I just came across your site... This is a wonderful thing you have done for the officers.

I commend you.

Thank You,

~Tina Popolizio~ Memorial Page of Ofc. Popolizio

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8/1/2007

I would also like to take a moment to say what a very wonderful & loving idea these Tye Bands are. They are so nicely done and what a beautiful tribute to our lost heroes that will last a lifetime.

Thanks again,

Jill Holly

sister-in-law to Anthony Jon Holly EOW 2/19/07

7/26/2007, you wrote:

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Mike,

Just a note to let you know we are very happy and satisfied with the Tye bands you designed for our son Kyle. I find myself wearing one everyday and feel I have a part of Kyle with me at all times. I am still deciding which one that I will place our bigger order from. We have shown them to several people that were important in Kyle's life and getting their opinion about which ones they like best. I also, want to thank you for the memorial for Kyle on your website. It is people such as yourself that are making the healing process easier. I will keep you up to date on the additional Tye Bands we will order.

The attached picture is of a brigde dedication the State of Montana did for Kyle and our Family. It is located about 4 miles from our house on Rock Creek, in a place Kyle loved so much.

Thank you again, Mike!

Lisa Bohrnsen

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At 12:43 PM 7/10/2007, you wrote:

Dear Mr.Pratt

Hi it's Buddy Early who spoke with you on the phone this morning.
Just wanted to say that I enjoyed our conversation this morning & I look forward to receiving my Tye Band very much!

As a former Police Sgt. here in Arkansas I have continued to hold the values set place in me through my years of law enforcement.
It was a time in my life that I will reflect fondly on despite the injuries that will plague me the rest of my life.

As I stated I did not know Cpl.Dunham or his family, However it's brave young men like your (Son & Cpl.Dunham) that reflect the
Very Best Of America , I still have to be reminded of that from time to time after dealing with so much BAD, Even in the Private Investigation Buisness, Or perhaps moreso LOL !

The main reason I purchased the Tye Band was because of the selfless act of Courage and heroism Cpl.Dunham displayed without thought or regard to his own life, He Just Did It!!! & Others lived as a result!

When I look at this Band it will reflect Not Only Cpl. Dunham ,But" all the Brave young men & women from (Not Only) the Military

But Law Enforcment aswell that have given the greatest sacrificeknown to man, This Band will continue to remind me of there sacrifices through the years, I think God there are still Officers like your Son

Mr. & Mrs.Pratt & Cpl. Dunham, God knows we would certainly love to have them back with us today, However what you are doing will immortalized these fine young men & women so they may continue to live in our hearts & minds forever,

May God Bless you and ALL the PRATT family.

Respectfully
Buddy Early

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At 07:33 PM 7/5/2007, you wrote:

Mr. Mike Pratt

I got the Tye Band for Shad Nicks earlier this week, but with the holiday I havent been able to contact you until now. It is just awesome. I have already had a few people ask what it represents since I slipped it on. I also want you to know that I appreciate you putting the info about Shad up on your website too. I have already shown the website to my aunt (Shad's mother) and she thought it was just a great thing to be out there for people to see and read. She had no idea such a thing existed until I told her about it, and then she actually got to see the band, not just the picture you have on your site.

Once again I want to thank you and everyone that assisted on the Tye band. It will be worn with pride not only for my family, but yours also, as well as all others who have lost their life.

THANKS AGAIN,
Rick

The Bosley's
Rick, Dana, Eli, and Anna!

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At 10:56 AM 7/1/2007, you wrote:

MIKE,

OH MY GOSH AFTER DRYING MY TEARS AND COMPOSING MYSELF YOU GAVE ME BACK MY

JAMES!!!!!! HOW DOES A MOTHER AND FAMILY EVER THANK YOU FOR SUCH A
WONDERFUL JOB. THANK YOU, THANK YOU AND THANK YOU TO YOUR FAMILY FOR THE
PERFECT WORK AND DEDICATION. IM SPEECHLESS I JUST SENT THIS WEB SITE TO A
VERY CLOSE KERNEL FRIEND OF MINE. ONE LAST QUESTION IS MINE IN THE MAIL AND
ALSO IS THE ONE YOU DID FOR DALE THE VIETNAM VET IN THE MAIL WITH MINE? OUT
OF THE FIVE IF YOU HAVE NOT SENT ALL TYE BANDS WITH JAY IN CIVILIAN CLOSE
OUT OF THE FIVE I ORDERED SEND ME ONE OF EACH TIE BANDS I CANT EVEN PICK OUT
A FAVORITE TIE BAND. THANKS AGAIN KEEP IN TOUCH AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND

YOUR FAMILY!!!!!

RHONDA

At 9:21 AM 7/3/2007, you wrote:

MIKE,

I WANTED TO SHARE THIS MESSAGE WITH YOU SO YOU KNOW I AM SPREADING THE WORD
ABOUT TYE BANDS THIS IS THE SOCIAL WORKER FROM N. D. BUT AS YOU KNOW TAPS IS
INTERNATIONAL GROUP AND WE WILL NOT LET YOURS OR THE REST OF OUR KIDS BE
FORGOTTEN MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. TALKING WITH YOU HAS MADE ME
BELIEVE ONCE AGAIN THAT GOD IS WITH US. JAMES UNIT AND THE CHAPLAINS FROM
THAT UNIT HAS TRIED MANY TIMES TO GET ME TO BELIEVE THAT GOD HAS NOT
DESERTED ME BUT ONE DAY AFTER TALKING TO YOU I OPENED MY BIBLE FOR THE FIRST
TIME, IN OVER 2 YEARS, SINCE I LOST MY JAY !!!!!

THANK YOU YOUR SUPPORT NOT WITH JUST WITH THE TYE BANDS BUT OUR LONG CONVERSATIONS HAS HELPED ME REMEMBER WE DON'T WALK ALONE

THANKS
RHONDA

HERE IS WHAT WAS SENT TO "Taps Publication"

MIKE PRATT IS THE FATHER OF A FALLEN POLICE OFFICER THAT STARTED THIS
BUSINESS. HIS THE ONE, FOR SOME REASON, THAT GOT ME TO OPEN MY BIBLE AFTER TALKING
TO HIM JUST ONE DAY. MIKE PRATT AND HIS FAMILY IS DETERMINED NOTE TO LET OUR SONS BE FORGOTTEN. GOD BLESS HIM

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At 08:37 AM 6/18/2007, you wrote:

We just recieved our Tye bands. thak you so much for putting your specail touches and personal effort into them. They turned out beautiful and my daughters will wear them with pride. Thank you again.

Myrna Prendes

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At 11:18 AM 5/16/2007, you wrote:

Hey. Well, I sent a lil message to Lisa thru her reflections on the officer down memorial page. I mentioned your website in my message for all to read. I was telling her how I had met the most incredible man because of her and that I hoped I did her proud by finding the BEST memorial band to honor her. I hope that anyone that reads that reflection looks at your site to honor Tye while honoring her. Your band has helped me in the grieving process as well to focus on what you have done in the memory of Tye. Because of YOU, I have been able to put Lisa in a resting place in my heart and go on knowing that I can still make her proud and still move on with my life.

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At 09:01 PM 5/13/2007, you wrote:

Hi!!! I love it! She looks absolutely beautiful.
Just so you know, I emailed your website to over 100 people after we spoke with instructions to email it to everyone they know. I hope that I can help share your message to many more people as well. I am glad that I

got to police dept involved in your site because many have come to me to tell me how incredible the site is and just how handsome your son IS. ;-) That site means so much to people in just giving hope to know that those that are lost are never forgotten. The message stands for more than just those fallen soliders of public service as well as military. You have changed my life in just those few hours and I will NEVER be the same and that was because of you, not your son but you.

Your son was the catalyst to bring about the meeting but you were the one that changed my world. I am inspired, appreciative, and eagerly waiting to share others your message. Thank you for taking the time to let me "in" and I will always be grateful for that.

Love,
Caroline

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At 03:40 PM 5/5/2007, you wrote:

Hi Mr. Pratt,

I spoke with you yesterday (Friday, May 4) evening ordering two Tye tags for my mother-in-law and my sister-in-law. Here are two pictures of Keith that are very similar. I can't remember why we have two but I think my husband (Keith's brother) was trying to make one of them clearer for the television stations to use. I want to reiterate how awesome the idea of the Tye Band came about.

We do not realize how many men and women are out there trying to protect our daily living until it hits home.

You want to reach out or try and do something to make sense of it all . What you are doing has definitely made an impact on our lives.

God Bless you and your family.
Janie Dressel

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At 07:56 PM 4/24/2007,
From: Cooper Brian, TS-64
Sent: Tuesday, April 24, 2007 10:49 PM

To: 'www.mikepratt@officerpratt.com'

Subject: Tye bands

Mr. Pratt,

I just got off the phone with you about the bands. We were talking
about Ofc. Kevin Carper in Spartanburg County SC. I would like to say
again how sorry I am for your loss. But as you stated I bet that your
son and my friend are in Heaven as we speek. Mr. Pratt it was truly an
honor talking to you. I think what you are doing is wonderful. I cant
wait until I can get my order up so that I can honor Carper. I am so
very happy that you are doing this so that other people can see just
how important public service work is. It takes a special person to do
the job. Mr. Pratt your son is that special person and I just wish I
could have known him. One day I will see him and my friend again. GOD

bless you and your family.

Lieutenant

Brian L. Cooper
Fire Department

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4/22/2007

Sir, they look great, as far as price I just need to know the final cost for each band. I have got some money from the Coke Company so the men will not have to pay as much total or I can have some of them get it free and others will pay a little. I dont think the cost to the men would affect them getting it or not, these will be priceless. I talked to the men about your offer to send ones for the families and they agreed that we should give them in person when we come home, late June now. I will give you my home adress so you can ship them there after we pat for them. Also, the extra money I send for you to put in your fund is well worth it. You guys provide the men and their famly a great service and way to remember there fallen men, be it soldiers or police officers. I am looking forward to seeing the embeded example. Once we see it I will let you know which ones and how we will send the money. A large chunk will come from Coke, one of my men's dad is high up in Texas. Then the rest we will probably use credit cards and such. The final count is 89.

Thanks again,

1SG Jamie Nakano
TF Spartan
B 1-32 IN
APO AE 09354
FOB Camp Blessing

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3/28/2007

Mr. Pratt

Thank you fo