<p>I think any mail is better than no mail. Like you pointed out, it’s hard to say because every kid will react in a different manner. Some of my friends loved hearing about home, and some hated it because it made them miss it so much. I used to really like the ones with outside news in it because when you’re in Basic, you’re totally shut out from the world. If your kids are into something specific (sports, celebrities, politics, etc.) it’ll be nice for them to hear about it.</p>