FReeper Canteen ~ The United States Air Force Honor Guard ~ 23 SEPT 2008

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[Kathy in Alaska]

 

 

 

~The FReeper Canteen Presents~

The United States Air Force

Honor Guard

 Headquartered at Bolling Air Force Base, the United States Air Force Honor Guard is the official ceremonial unit of the U.S. Air Force. The Air Force Honor Guard reports to the 11th Wing in the Air Force District of Washington. Its beginnings trace back to the Air Force's infancy when Headquarters Command, U.S. Air Force, activated the 1100th Air Police Squadron as a ceremonial detachment in September 1948.

 Because of transfers and attrition, the detachment was disbanded by the end of the year; it was not until March 1949 that sufficient personnel were assigned to enable the unit to function. Later, on January 1, 1972, the Air Force Honor Guard became the separate unit known today.

The mission of the United States Air Force Honor Guard is to render military honors in Arlington National Cemetery and represent the United States Air Force in ceremonies and official events involving the President, senior Department of Defense and Air Force leaders, and in Joint Service ceremonies. The Honor Guard recruits, retains and inspires Airmen, through elite, precision Drill Team performances and is responsible for training and standardizing all Base Honor Guard programs.

The Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team is the traveling component of the United States Air Force Honor Guard and inspires Air Force awareness among military and civilian audiences through its complex drill routine. In all they do, the Drill Team personifies the integrity, discipline, teamwork, and professionalism of every Airman and every Air Force mission. During the Air Force Honor Guard's 60-year history, the Drill Team has performed in every state of the union and many countries abroad.

Learn More About The United States Air Force Honor Guard HERE!

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT~Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allies military and the family members of the above. Honoring those who have served before. 

Please remember: The Canteen is a place to honor and entertain our troops. The Canteen is family friendly. Let's have fun!

We pray for your continued strength, to be strong in the face of adversity.

We pray for your safety, that you will return to your families and friends soon.

We pray that your hope, courage, and dignity remain unbroken, so that you may show others the way.

God Bless You All ~ Today, Tomorrow and Always

 

 

[al baby]

yo

[HopeandGlory]

Good morning Troops, Veterans and Canteeners.

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Our Flag Flying Proudly One Nation Under God

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Lord, Please Bless Our Troops, They're fighting for our Freedom.

I pledge allegiance to the Flag
of the United States of America,
and to the Republic, for which it stands;
one nation UNDER GOD,
indivisible,
with liberty and justice for all.

Prayers going up.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Please note that tonight's road trip is brought to you by laurenmarlowe.
She is up to her eyeballs in work. Please thank her for the thread.

Road Trip: The United States Air Force Honor Guard

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT
Showing support and boosting the morale of
our military and our allies military
and the family members of the above.
Honoring those who have served before.

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To every service man or woman reading this thread.
Thank You for your service to our country.
No matter where you are stationed,
No matter what your job description
Know that we are are proud of each and everyone of you.
To our military readers, we remain steadfast
in keeping the Canteen doors open.

The FR Canteen is Free Republic's longest running daily thread
specifically designed to provide entertainment and moral support for the military.
The doors have been open since Oct 7 2001,
the day of the start of the war in Afghanistan.

We are indebted to you for your sacrifices for our Freedom.

NOTE: CANTEEN MUSIC
Posted daily and on the Music Thread
for the enjoyment of our troops and visitors.

[SandRat]

In.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[The Mayor]

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September 23, 2008

He Watches Over Us

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READ: Psalm 33:8-22

From the place of His dwelling He looks on all the inhabitants of the earth. —Psalm 33:14

In the early 1960s, I read the novel 1984 by George Orwell, which made famous the phrase “Big Brother is watching you.” In this imaginary society, all aspects of life are under surveillance.

Today, there are an estimated 4.2 million closed-circuit video cameras in the UK alone! London is saturated with them. These cameras watch lobbies and sidewalks for security reasons. They even monitor traffic.

Psalm 33 tells us that God is also watching from on high (v.14). He sees not just images and activities but discerns thoughts and motives. As Creator God, when He speaks, it will be done (v.9). His eternal purposes march on unhindered (vv.10-11). Earthly obstacles are mere steppingstones to Him. Though many may depend on military strength for deliverance and safety, their hope is in vain (vv.16-17).

Yet we who fear the Lord need not flee from this awesome God. The psalmist affirms, “The eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him, on those who hope in His mercy . . . . He is our help and our shield” (vv.18,20).

The eye of the Lord may be fearsome, but we who trust in Him rejoice. He is not an intrusive “Big Brother” but our loving heavenly Father who watches over us.

The Rock of Ages stands secure,
He always will be there;
He watches over all His own
To calm their anxious care. —Keith

Keep your eyes on the Lord; He never takes His eyes off you.

Bible in One Year: Isaiah 55–57; Proverbs 29:21-27

[AZamericonnie]

Supporting our Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, and Coast Guardsmen
at more than 1,000 places across the U. S. and around the world.

~Tribute to Our Troops~

[Kathy in Alaska]

United States Marine Corps Band~National Anthem

[Kathy in Alaska]

Honoring Our Heroes

AbnSarge USA
Allegra
3 sons (armymarinemom and amdad)
Brett USN (CindyDawg)
Brother and Son-in-Law (kalee)
Cannoneer No. 4
Capt Future Snake Eater USA (RightOnline)
Capt Jason Clendenin (friend of Frou)
Chris USA (amom)
Chuck USA (RightOnline)
Col Mike (gpapa)
CMS USA
David USAF (LUV W)
Defender2
Deven USA (Shimmer)
Ethan USMC (georgiabelle)
Ev USA (Mozie)
Fred (DocRock)
GulfWar1Vet USA
IS2 Brianne USN (My Hearts in London - Everett)
IS2 Heather USN (My Hearts in London - Everett)
Jade Falcon USN
JemiansTerror USA (Jemian)
Jet Jaguar USAF
Joel (NEMDF)
Jonathan USMC (AZbushgal)
Josh USN (doug from upland)
Karen USA (fatima's granddaughter)
KB4W USAF (arbee4bush)
Kenneth (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
Kevin USMC (skimask)
Kevin and David USA (vigilante2)
Laurita USA
LCpl Carter USMC
Lindsay (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
Lt David (Coldwater Creek)
M1911A1 USMC (M0sby)
M1Tanker
Major joma89 USAF
MEG33's Navy Grandson
Michael USAR (RightOnline)
Mike1Sg USA (mystery-ak)
Milo828 USA (mystery-ak)
Nate USN (sneakers)
Old Sarge USA
OneLoyalAmerican USCG
PFC Dan USA (son of swmobuffalo)
Robert, Jeremy, Daynnis USA (SoldierDad)
Sat-Com Chris USA (son of KC Burke)
Sgt Brian USA (repubmom)
Sgt Dusty USA (MountainDad)
Sgt Sean Reed (preed)
Sgt Spencer USA (grame)
Son USCG (GodBlessUSA)
SPC Matt USA (repubmom)
SPC Mike USA (AbnSarge)
SSG Mitchel USA (tina07)
SSGT John Linde USA (JFoxbear)
Terrence USN (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
The Sailor
tongue-tied USN/USA
Tonkin USN/USCG
txradioguy USA
Valerie USAF (Shimmer)
Victor and Tony D USMC (weldgophardline)
William USA (jackv)

 

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[SevenofNine]

Guess what Connie told meeee

Sept 23 2008 is 12th birthday of founding of FRRRRR

That right 12 years

Come think we are Warner bros studios of the internet

I been thinking about Warner Bros

So what make Tomkow Edward G Robertson

[Kathy in Alaska]

Kate Smith ~ God Bless America

[AZamericonnie]

Happy 12th anniversary FReerepublic!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Happy 12th Birthday, FreeRepublic!!

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[Kathy in Alaska]

A PRAYER OF PROTECTION

The light of God surround you
The love of God enfold you
The power of God protect you
The presence of God watch over you
Wherever you are, God is,
And all is well.
Amen.

BLESS THIS HOUSE

 Bless this house O Lord we pray; Make it safe by night and day; 
Bless these walls so firm and stout, Keeping want and trouble out:
Bless the roof and chimneys tall, Let thy peace lie over all;
Bless this door, that it may prove ever open to joy and love.
Bless these windows shining bright, Letting in God's heav'nly light;
Bless the hearth a'blazing there, with smoke ascending like a prayer;
Bless the folk who dwell within, keep them pure and free from sin;
Bless us all that we may be Fit O Lord to dwell with thee;
Bless us all that one day we May dwell O Lord with thee. 

(Click on graphics for music)

A PRAYER OF PROTECTION

The light of God surround you
The love of God enfold you
The power of God protect you
The presence of God watch over you
Wherever you are, God is,
And all is well.
Amen.

BLESS THIS HOUSE

 Bless this house O Lord we pray; Make it safe by night and day; 
Bless these walls so firm and stout, Keeping want and trouble out:
Bless the roof and chimneys tall, Let thy peace lie over all;
Bless this door, that it may prove ever open to joy and love.
Bless these windows shining bright, Letting in God's heav'nly light;
Bless the hearth a'blazing there, with smoke ascending like a prayer;
Bless the folk who dwell within, keep them pure and free from sin;
Bless us all that we may be Fit O Lord to dwell with thee;
Bless us all that one day we May dwell O Lord with thee. 

(Click on graphics for music)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Yo, al baby....you grabbed the gold!!

[Jim Robinson]

Woo hoo!!

Thank you all very much!!

God bless our troops!!

God bless America!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

And along comes Nana Hope....snagging the silver!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

A huge thanks to you, good Sir, for providing us the place to honor and entertain our troops, veterans, families, and allies.

[mylife]

Happy 12th Boss!

[SandRat]

12 Years of Freeperdom!

(Gioacchino Rossini; arr. William Hanna / Joseph Barbera)
Practically a restaurant standard, most people don't realize that these lyrics, to the tune of "The William Tell Overture", were written by Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera for the episode titled "The Hot Piano".

Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Haaappy Anniversary

Pour a cheerful toast and fill it
Happy Anniversary
But be careful you don't spill it
Happy Anniversary

Ooooo Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Haaappy Anniversary

(Fred and Wilma Talking)

Ooooo Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Haaappy Anniversary

(Fred Talking)

Happy she and happy he
They're both as happy as can be
Celebrating merrily
their happy anniversary

(Fred and Wilma Talking)

Ooooo Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Haaappy Anniversary

(Fred Talking)

Ooooo Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Haaappy Anniversary

We now state emphatically
its happy anniversary
Not another day could be
a happy anniversary

Ooooo Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary
Happy (slow)
Happy (slow)
Happy, happy, happy, happy, happy, happy, happy, happy (fast) Anniversary!!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

And rounding out the top 3....Sand bags the bronze!!

[SandRat]

Nice Fit

A U.S. Army Soldier interacts with an Iraqi child during a routine patrol in Mufriq, Iraq. The Soldier is from 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division. U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Shawn Weismiller.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Nana Hope, for today's Pledge. Thanks to you, AfghanMan and Penguin Girl, for your parts in helping keep all of us free and safe.

[LUV W]

Happy Birthday Cake_Crumb!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Sand....how has the weather been treating you lately? Rains and tropical depressions, etc, finished?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mayor...hope your Monday went well. Thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.

[LUV W]

FREE REPUBLIC!!
12 WONDERFUL YEARS!!!

THANK YOU JIM AND JOHN!

[Kathy in Alaska]

60 MINUTES WITH ODIERNO - U.S. Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, commander, Multinational Force Iraq, answers questions posed by 60 Minutes reporter Lesley Stahl during his visit to the People's Market in the Sadr City district of Baghdad, Iraq, Sept. 18, 2008. U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Cohen A. Young

What the heck is this blond using for brains....does she not know the proper footwear for the occasion?

MARKET WALK - U.S. Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, commander, Multinational Force Iraq, answers questions from 60 Minutes reporter Lesley Stahl during his visit to the People's Market in the Sadr City district of Baghdad, Iraq, Sept. 18, 2008. U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Cohen A. Young

[philly-d-kidder]

Good Morning Kathy and Thank you Lauren....

[philly-d-kidder]

Happy 12th.....hello!

[Tanniker Smith]

Good evening, Kathy!
Good evening, all!

Just got back from a Rangers game. New York Rangers, that is. Hockey season already? Go figure.

I got a very last minute ticket and I've never been to a hockey game before, so what the heck. But I left after two periods. It was cold and I was a little tired. (And a little bored -- I couldn't get rid of the other ticket, so I went alone.)

[philly-d-kidder]

Thanks for the HB trivia... best I got is 80% of dust under your bed is dead skin!hahah

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, AZ, and thanks for the red, white, and blue tribute.

Hope you had a good day, and a safe commute home.

[LUV W]

Thanks for the great thread about the AF honor guard. That
is a noble ambition for any airman to want to experience who
is qualified.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thank you, Victor, for your service to America.
Prayers for your safety and success of mission.

[LUV W]

That is CUTE!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, TS....a hockey game, huh? They do tend to get cold. Well, at least now you can say you have been to one.

[The Mayor]

And Thank you for the thread!

[Just Lori]

God bless you, Jim!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Families, for your service to our country.

Thanks, unique, for the perfect woohoo.

John Conlee ~ They Also Serve

[Tanniker Smith]

I realize it -- I have the soundtrack.

And I've been using a version of it for the past 15-20 years or so, entitled "Happy Birthday, Leslie Jean". Sprung on my sister over the phone one year and she laughed hysterically (and so did her kids), so I did it again the following year.

Umpteen years later, she still laughs at it. (Funniest part is that *nobody* actually calls her "Leslie Jean", but it fit the tune.)

[brushcop]

USAF Honor Guard doing outstanding and sacred work. About the time I think one of the services has topped them all in Honor Guard units, you guys feature another one.

No sour grapes here, this is what it’s all about, to honor those who gave all and what an honor.

And my thoughts go to:

CPL William (Billy) Long, KIA 17Jun2005 Iraq OIF lll 2/69 B-Co 3ID. I still wear your stainless KIA bracelet Billy, it never comes off. We are proud of your service and also of your service in the “Old Guard” at Arlington, Tomb of the Unknown. Your step-Dad is doing okay, rough at times but he’ll send a cheery email note and of course he’s in our prayers too and we thank God for your life although cut way too short but it is you who honor your fellow soldiers, us and this nation and those of us who understand will never forget.

Mr. Ron

[LUV W]

Good evening, Rus! Hope that you have a good, productive week. Is it getting “fallish” up there?

Thanks for our beautiful lesson from God’s Word! He IS our
Rock of Ages!

[LUV W]

Hey! On your mark....

[LUV W]

Hey! On your mark....

[LUV W]

Hey! On your mark....

[LUV W]

Hey! On your mark....

[LUV W]

Hey! On your mark....