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FReeper Canteen ~ Memorial Day 2014 ~ May 26, 2014
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Posted on 05/25/2014 4:59:46 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
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To: Kathy in Alaska
"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"
Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!
Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:00:14 PM PDT
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Mlichael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
In early tonight. Hope everyone had a great day. Happy Memorial Day tomorrow.
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:02:33 PM PDT
by
Arrowhead1952
(The Second Amendment is NOT about the right to hunt. It IS a right to shoot tyrants.)
To: The Mayor; ConorMacNessa; SandRat; BIGLOOK; mountainlion; HiJinx; Publius; Jet Jaguar; TMSuchman; ..
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:04:46 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: ConorMacNessa
Permission Granted!
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:07:54 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Thanks very much, Kathy!
***HUGS***
Coming aboard as we speak. Rendering Hand Salutes to our National Colors and to the Officer of the Deck!
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"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"
Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!
Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)
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05/25/2014 5:10:38 PM PDT
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Mlichael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: Arrowhead1952
Good evening, Arrowhead...((HUGS))...more picnics and parties to monitor?
More Memorial Day action?
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:13:21 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: All
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)
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:15:16 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Yup, tomorrow if we don’t have storms to disrupt activities. I sure hope for some serious rain storms tomorrow PM as the weather people have promised.
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:17:01 PM PDT
by
Arrowhead1952
(The Second Amendment is NOT about the right to hunt. It IS a right to shoot tyrants.)
To: Kathy in Alaska; laurenmarlowe; BIGLOOK; alfa6; EsmeraldaA; SandRat; mylife; TMSuchman; PROCON; ...
MEMORIAL DAY 2014
/>"IN FLANDERS FIELDS"
In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie, In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. Lt. Col. John McCrea Canadian Expeditionary Force 3May1915
KEEP FAITH WITH OUR FALLEN! WE WILL NEVER FORGET! BY VIRTUE OF THEIR SACRIFICE WE LIVE IN FREEDOM!!
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"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"
Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!
Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)
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05/25/2014 5:19:50 PM PDT
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Mlichael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Hiya Kathy, thanks for the great thread as usual. Hmm, a poignant Memorial Day weekend as we remember the Fallen who have served, including your Dad :-) I’m going to a local event at our National Guard Armory to pay respect to the Fallen, God Bless them all! Right now I’m watching a Beachboy concert fron their 50th anniversary tour, a true bit of Americana. The good old days....
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05/25/2014 5:21:23 PM PDT
by
PROCON
(Those who are capable of Tyranny are capable of Deceit to sustain it.)
To: ConorMacNessa
Good evening, Mac...*HUGS*...hope you had a relaxing day.
Not so much smoke today. Changing out the front hose and sweeping up the mess in the gutter. Sprinkler set, which I need to go change in just a minute.
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:23:36 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska; laurenmarlowe; BIGLOOK; alfa6; EsmeraldaA; SandRat; mylife; TMSuchman; PROCON; ...
GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS AND OUR BELOVED NATION!
The Star Spangled Banner Verse Four (Click)
Oh! thus be it ever, when freemen shall stand Between their loved home and the war's desolation! Blest with victory and peace, may the heav'n rescued land Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation. Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just, And this be our motto: "In God is our trust." And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
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Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!
Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)
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05/25/2014 5:23:40 PM PDT
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Mlichael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: Arrowhead1952
Any measurable rain over the last days? Runoff any help?
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:25:33 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: StarCMC; Kathy in Alaska; Bethbg79; EsmeraldaA; MoJo2001; Brad's Gramma; laurenmarlowe; ...
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:28:37 PM PDT
by
SandRat
(Duty - Honor - Country! What else needs said?)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Today was a little frenetic, actually. I ran several errands and sojourned out to Sam's Club for provisions. I think the chest congestion is coming back - will probably have to see the Dr. Tuesday.
Beautiful weather here today - we topped out at 80F.
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O stranger, tell the Lacedaemonians that we lie here, obedient to their command.
Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)
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05/25/2014 5:35:05 PM PDT
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Mlichael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: Kathy in Alaska; laurenmarlowe; BIGLOOK; alfa6; EsmeraldaA; SandRat; mylife; TMSuchman; PROCON; ...
NEVER FORGET! MEMORIAL DAY 2014 26 MAY 2014
The Legend of Arlington Ridge
It has been said that ever since the dedication, Of the Iwo Jima Memorial on Arlington Ridge, A ceremony takes place each morning In the hours just before dawn. As a low, knee-high ground fog Sweeps across the Ridge in the cool morning air, A band is heard playing the "Marines Hymn". From an unknown distance and very low at first, The music becomes increasingly louder. Yet, no band is ever seen. It is then said, That out of the tree line of Arlington Cemetery, A company of Marines clad in dress blues appears from the mist, Marching through the ground fog toward the Memorial.
Flags at the head of the column stand straight out, Snapping in the wind, yet not even the slightest breeze is felt. The Marines march to the Memorial in perfect cadence, While no orders are heard by those who witness this event. Like "The Silent Drill Team", the Marines execute each move in flawless synchrony. As they reach the Memorial, They suddenly halt, face right, and "order arms" As the lights from the monument Ricochet off of their fixed bayonets. The Marines possess an eerie transparency That sends shivers down the spines of onlookers, Yet there is no fear. In fact, a feeling of pride and honor Sweeps over those who gaze upon the apparition. Four Marines ceremoniously step out from the ranks And lay a wreath of red and gold roses at the base of the Monument. It is believed that these four men Are Sgt. Michael Strank, Cpl. Ira Hayes, Cpl. Rene Gagnon, (three of the six flag raisers on Iwo Jima), And Medal of Honor winner John Basilone. Strank and Basilone were killed On that hellish black sand island in 1945 While Gagnon and Hayes were destined to relive that fateful day Until mercifully relieved of their posts.
Sgt. Michael Strank USMC_______Cpl. Ira H. Hayes USMC________Cpl. Rene Gagnon USMC
GySgt. John Basilone, USMC, MOH
Two buglers are heard playing "Echo Taps," But once again, there are no buglers in sight. The ceremonies conclude just before the break of dawn As the Marines come to right shoulder arms, face right, And silently march back to Arlington Cemetery. It is said that they are from all eras of Marines buried in Arlington, And they are charged with guarding their Memorial And the honor for which it stands. All of this may be difficult for some to believe, But legends are, after all, only legends. Yet, ask any Marine if they believe the legend, That Marines guard the gates of heaven And see what they say. The "Legend of Arlington Ridge", Is no more than the belief in honor. Marines live it every day of their lives. Honor is what we were taught when entering the Corps; Honor is what we took when we left. Throughout life and beyond, It is our most cherished possession.
©2001 - L/Cpl Bruce Knipp 1883755
Saepe Expertus, Semper Fidelis, Fratres Aeterni! "Often Tested, Always Faithful, Brothers Forever!"
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"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"
Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!
Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:38:06 PM PDT
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Mlichael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: StarCMC; MoJo2001; 007; 1 FELLOW FREEPER; 11B3; 1FreeAmerican; 1stbn27; 2111USMC; 2LT Radix jr; ...
Please note: The author of the Hall of Heroes is StarCMC. Please thank StarCMC for todays thread.
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posted on
05/25/2014 5:49:17 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: ConorMacNessa
Oh no....you don’t need more chest congestion. You just got rid of it. Take good care.
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posted on
05/25/2014 6:02:58 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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05/25/2014 6:06:40 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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