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FReeper Canteen ~ It's Kentucky Derby Time ~ Remembering Our Troops ~ 06 May 2011
Serving The Best Troops and Veterans In The World !!
| The Canteen Crew
Posted on 05/05/2011 6:09:37 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
The Freeper Canteen Presents....
~ Its Kentucky Derby Time!! ~ ~ Remembering Our Troops ~
Barbershop Quartet ~ Star Spangled Banner
Call To The Post
KENTUCKY DERBY TROPHY Since the 50th running of the Kentucky Derby in 1924, Churchill Downs has annually presented a gold trophy to the winning owner of the famed "Run for the Roses." History is unclear if a trophy was presented in 1875 to the winner of the first Kentucky Derby, and trophy presentations were sporadically made in following years. Finally, in 1924, legendary Churchill Downs President Matt Winn commissioned that a standard design be developed for the "Golden Anniversary" of the Derby. Outside of the jeweled embellishments that were added to note special Derby anniversaries in 1949 (75th), 1974 (100th), and 1999 (125th), only one change has been made to the original design. For the 125th Kentucky Derby in 1999, Churchill Downs officials decided to defer to racing lore and change the direction of the decorative horseshoe displayed on the 14-karat gold trophy. More on the Kentucky Derby Trophy
Kate Smith ~ My Old Kentucky Home
Canteen Mission Statement
Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allies' military and family members of the above. Honoring those who have served before.
HISTORY OF THE KENTUCKY DERBY
Founded as the Louisville Jockey Club in 1874, the original Churchill Downs was built by Col. M. Lewis Clark, the grandson of the famed explorer. Inspired by Englands Epsom Derby, Churchill Downs hosted the first Kentucky Derby in 1875. Named for the original owners of the property, Churchill Downs is known for its famous twin spires, built in 1895. In 2004, the facility underwent a $120 million modernization, replacing much of the mammoth Victorian-era grandstand with luxury suites. Seats on Millionaires Row cost $50,000 (and up) for a table for eight. Suites are priced at $259,000 to $305,000 for two days, including Fridays Kentucky Oaks program. Reserved clubhouse seats (including lunch and open bar) fetch $1,776 per person (also for two days). General admission (infield, Derby day only) is $40. Of 133 Derby winners, 100 were born in Kentucky, followed by Florida (six) and Virginia (four). California has produced three Derby winners: Morvich (1922), Swaps (1955) and Decidedly (1962). Three fillies have won: Regret (1915), Genuine Risk (1980) and Winning Colors (1988). More Derby History
CHURCHILL DOWNS While traveling in England and France in 1872-1873, 26-year-old Col. M. Lewis Clark, devised the idea of a Louisville Jockey Club for conducting race meets. Clark toured and visited with a number of prominent racing leaders, including England's Admiral Rous and France's Vicompte Darn, vice president of the French Jockey Club.
Upon his return from Europe, Clark began development of his racetrack which would serve to showcase the Kentucky breeding industry. The track would eventually become known as "Churchill Downs." The first reference of the name Churchill Downs came in an 1883 Kentucky Derby article reported by the former Louisville Commercial. Click for the rest of the story
Elvis ~ Kentucky Rain
Neil Diamond ~ Kentucky Woman
Red Foley ~ Old Kentucky Fox Chase
Loretta Lynn ~ Blue Kentucky Girl
Everly Brothers ~ Old Kentucky River
CONTENDERS
Click to check out the contenders...
MINT JULEP Make simple syrup by taking equal parts of hot water and sugar. Stir. Add fresh mint and muddle [mash, preferably with something like a pestle, otherwise use the back of a spoon]. Add crushed ice to an 8-ounce glass. Add two ounces of simple syrup. Top off with Kentucky Bourbon, and add a sprig of fresh mint.
Dolly Parton ~ Kentucky Gambler Julie Ingram ~ Gone To Kentucky
Ricky Skaggs ~ Kentucky Thunder
Skeeter Davis ~ Bus Fare To Kentucky
Hank Hankins ~ My Old Kentucky Home Rock
MAC'S MEAT
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Wayne Snelling, left, watches as Lance Cpl. Taylor Slay shares a piece of his steak with Mac, a military working dog, on Camp Leathernick in Afghanistan's Helmand province, April 17, 2011. Steak Team Mission, a nonprofit organization from Dallas, served 2nd Marine Division's Marines and sailors steak dinners in seven locations within a five-day period. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Earnest J. Barnes
ATMOSPHERIC ASSAULT
A landing craft air cushion approaches the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima during training assessment sustainment certifications in the Atlantic Ocean, April 22, 2011. The Iwo Jima is en route to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to participate in Fleet Week Port Everglades, an annual event. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Zane Ecklund
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
U.S. medical and security personnel from Provincial Reconstruction Team Zabul leave the gate of Forward Operating Base Smart for Zabul Provincial Hospital, Afghanistan, April 23, 2011, after being notified of a medical emergency. U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brian Ferguson
RED RETARDANT
A C-130H Hercules aircraft equipped with the Modular Airborne Firefighting System drops a line of fire retardant in west Texas, April 27, 2011. The C-130 crew is assigned to the 302nd Airlift Wing, Colorado Springs Air Force Reserve. The modular system is capable of dispensing 3,000 gallons of water or fire retardant in less than five seconds. U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Harris
Please remember that The Canteen is here to support and entertain our troops and veterans and their families, and is family friendly.
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To: Kathy in Alaska
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:10:08 PM PDT
by
DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis
(Want to make $$$? It's easy! Use FR as a platform to pimp your blog for hits!!!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Freep mail me to be on or off the Daily Bread ping list
The Wise Ant
May 6, 2011
Every year I do something special to celebrate the arrival of spring I buy ant traps. Those little invaders continually march into our kitchen in search of any crumb left on the floor. They arent picky; a shard of potato chip, a grain of rice, or even a speck of cheese will do.
Although ants may be a nuisance, Solomon praised them for their steadfast work ethic (Prov. 6:6-11). He pointed out that ants are self-directed. They have no captain, overseer, or ruler (v.7), yet they are very productive. The ants also keep busy even when its not immediately necessary, providing supplies in the summer and gathering food in the harvest (v.8). By the time winter arrives, theyre not worried about what they will eat. Little by little, these hard workers have saved up enough to sustain themselves.
We can learn from the ant. When God gives us times of plenty, we can prepare for times when resources may be low. God is the provider of all that we have, including our ability to work. We are to work diligently, be wise stewards of what He has provided, and then rest in the promise of His care (Matt. 6:25-34).
Lets remember Solomons advice: Go to the ant . . . . Con-sider her ways and be wise (Prov. 6:6).
The humble ants keen industry
Can teach us all a lesson,
If in creation we will see
Gods classroom is in session. Gustafson
Trust God for todayand prepare for tomorrow.
Read: Proverbs 6:6-11
[The ant] provides her supplies in the summer, and gathers her food in the harvest.
Proverbs 6:8
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:10:17 PM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is Liberty!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:10:17 PM PDT
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines, RVN '69 - St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Good morning Troops, Veterans and Canteeners.* * * * * * * * * * * *
Our Flag Flying Proudly One Nation Under God
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Lord, Please Bless Our Troops, They're fighting for our Freedom.
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God Bless Our Republic
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
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:10:24 PM PDT
by
HopeandGlory
(Hey, Liberals . . . PC died on 9/11 . . . GET USED TO IT!!!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:11:00 PM PDT
by
BIGLOOK
(Keelhaul Congress!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Woo-Hoo!Proudly Supporting The United States Military!!
Way To Go U.S. Navy Seals!!
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:11:02 PM PDT
by
PROCON
(Liberals Mistake Education and Knowledge for Wisdom and Common Sense.)
To: Kathy in Alaska
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~
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To: oldteen; left that other site; Brad's Gramma; AZamericonnie; ConorMacNessa
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:11:57 PM PDT
by
DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis
(Want to make $$$? It's easy! Use FR as a platform to pimp your blog for hits!!!)
To: MoJo2001; 007; 1 FELLOW FREEPER; 11B3; 1FreeAmerican; 1stbn27; 2111USMC; 2LT Radix jr; 300winmag; ..
~ Its Kentucky Derby Time (Sat) !! ~ Remembering Our Troops ~
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.
CLICK HERE TO FIND LATEST THREAD
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New York, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Anchorage
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.
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:12:52 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
To: DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis
Good evening, Deo!
*HUGS*
Great to see you this evening!
Lamh Foistenach Abu!
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:14:55 PM PDT
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines, RVN '69 - St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle!)
To: All
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:15:25 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
To: txradioguy; tongue-tied; SoldierDad; mike1sg; Milo828; mystery-ak; CMS; The Sailor; Jet Jaguar; ...
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:17:50 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
To: ConorMacNessa
So how was your day, FRiend? Do anything interesting? :-)
Nothing much going on over on my end. Several family members have caught a stomach virus though and are feeling pretty ill. My two year old brother has been throwing up a bit. :-(
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:17:56 PM PDT
by
DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis
(Want to make $$$? It's easy! Use FR as a platform to pimp your blog for hits!!!)
To: DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis
And in first....Deo grabs the gold!!
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:19:23 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
To: Kathy in Alaska; TASMANIANRED
Thank you for this evening's thread Ma. Got a new hat for Derby!:)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Hello from Idaho!!!! **hugs**
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:20:27 PM PDT
by
ColdOne
(I miss my poochie... Tasha 2000~3/14/11)
To: oldteen
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:21:35 PM PDT
by
ColdOne
(I miss my poochie... Tasha 2000~3/14/11)
To: DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis
Hi FRiend!
OK, here's the poop, I've noticed a few male Canteeners giving you hugs; before I start worrying about them, tell me, are you boy or girl?
Please, please be a girl....:=)
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:21:35 PM PDT
by
PROCON
(Liberals Mistake Education and Knowledge for Wisdom and Common Sense.)
To: DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis
Nothing interesting - just work. I'm off tomorrow, though - will try to get in some dirt time.
Lamh Foistenach Abu!
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posted on
05/05/2011 6:21:44 PM PDT
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines, RVN '69 - St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle!)
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