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A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....12-06-05....Finest Christmas Tables, Part I
Billie, deadhead, tuliptree76 | deadhead, tuliptree76

Posted on 12/05/2005 9:01:24 PM PST by Billie



A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day
Free Republic made its debut in September, 1996, and the forum was added in early 1997.   Over 100,000 people have registered for posting privileges on Free Republic, and the forum is read daily by tens of thousands of concerned citizens and patriots from all around the country and the world.
A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day was introduced on June 24, 2002. It's only a small room in JimRob's house where we can get to know one another a little better; salute and support our military and our leaders; pray for those in need; and congratulate those deserving. We strive to keep our threads entertaining, fun, and pleasing to look at, and often have guest writers contribute an essay, or a profile of another FReeper.
On Mondays please visit us to see photos of A FEW OF FR'S VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY
If you have a suggestion, or an idea, or if there's a FReeper you would like to see featured, please drop one of us a note in FR mail.
We're having fun and hope you are!

~ Billie, Dutchess, DollyCali, Mama_Bear, GodBlessUSA ~








With the holiday season in full swing and Christmas fast approaching, I asked a Few of Our Finest to set some of their finest Christmas tables to present throughout these next few weeks. Each one has chosen her own theme, and no one else has seen it. Today our featured guest artists are deadhead and tuliptree76.

I hope you enjoy and appreciate their beautiful Christmas offerings as much as I do. It's always rewarding when we have our Finest' contributions, but never moreso than during the Christmas holidays.
Thank you, Colleen and Tulip!


























Ornament Wreaths


Every year, I make one or two ornament wreaths as gifts. They are very easy to make, even for those of us who aren’t very crafty! The following is how to make an ornament wreath.

You will need:
(1) A circular wreath form (Large or small)
(2) Ball Christmas ornaments (glass, plastic, or satin – all sizes and colors)
(3) A glue gun and hot glue




Dab a little glue on the wreath form where you would like to place an ornament, and then attach the ornament to the form. Make sure the metal or plastic loop on the ornament faces in towards the form so that it doesn't show when the wreath is finished. Keep adding glue and ornaments until you cover the front and sides of the wreath form. Don't put any ornaments on the back of the form so that it can easily hang on a wall.

I like to put the larger ornaments as a base around the form and use the smaller ornaments to fill in the gaps between the larger ornaments. I also like to start at the back of the wreath and move to the front, but there is no set way on arranging the ornaments. After you cover the form, you can add bows or other decorations if you like. Also, add a wire or string to the back so you can hang it.

Hint: Add the string or wire to the wreath form before you add the ornaments. It will make tying the string easier.



And now you have a beautiful wreath for you or someone else to enjoy!

Merry Christmas!



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To: deadhead

Thanks...it was a long time ago, but it still kind of gets me down and takes the shiny off the season.


121 posted on 12/06/2005 4:29:19 PM PST by luvie (QUITTING IS NOT AN EXIT STRATEGY IN IRAQ...)
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To: GodBlessUSA
Ashland University 2001 Holiday Card
122 posted on 12/06/2005 4:29:26 PM PST by DollyCali (Don't tell GOD how big your storm is -- Tell the storm how B-I-G your God is!)
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To: GodBlessUSA

Y'all have fun with the tree....take a picture of it to show us on the you-know-what! :o)


123 posted on 12/06/2005 4:30:54 PM PST by luvie (QUITTING IS NOT AN EXIT STRATEGY IN IRAQ...)
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To: Mrs.Nooseman
Ashland University NEW Holiday Card
124 posted on 12/06/2005 4:31:09 PM PST by DollyCali (Don't tell GOD how big your storm is -- Tell the storm how B-I-G your God is!)
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To: DollyCali

Beautiful Dolly.

Thank you for sharing it.


125 posted on 12/06/2005 4:38:26 PM PST by Mrs.Nooseman (The Democrats have "A Policy of Prevarication")
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To: Billie

I did, I'm not anybody's fool..turtle neck and a sweater to go with my panty hose under my slacks. My office is comfortable, but the rest of the church is unheated unless it is in use. I like my new job so far, lots to remember, which will take time.


126 posted on 12/06/2005 4:49:01 PM PST by GailA (Glory be to GOD and his only son Jesus.)
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To: DollyCali

Thank You. My daughter and I really enjoyed that. :)


127 posted on 12/06/2005 4:49:49 PM PST by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
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To: GodBlessUSA

I think it is nice you are exposing / shraing things w/your daughter. How old is she? I did a lot w/my son when he was young.. outdoorsy mostly. but those were special times for both of us.


128 posted on 12/06/2005 5:10:45 PM PST by DollyCali (Don't tell GOD how big your storm is -- Tell the storm how B-I-G your God is!)
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To: DollyCali
She's 8. She follows the Canteen thread with me too. :) We do a lot of outside too. Nature walks. Bird preserves. My son also. I agree, They are special times, Dolly. I really enjoy spending time with them.

I still have to show her the kitty's decorating the tree. :)

129 posted on 12/06/2005 5:16:05 PM PST by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
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To: LUV W

Shhhh,. LOL!!! :)


130 posted on 12/06/2005 5:16:27 PM PST by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
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To: deadhead
:)
131 posted on 12/06/2005 5:17:26 PM PST by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
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To: GodBlessUSA

Hee-hee....I just keep steppin' in it don't I! :o)


132 posted on 12/06/2005 5:18:13 PM PST by luvie (QUITTING IS NOT AN EXIT STRATEGY IN IRAQ...)
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To: All; armymarinemom; jwalsh07; Billie; DollyCali; LadyX; LUV W; GodBlessUSA; Temple Owl; ...
armymarinemom, God Bless your son and please send him my heartfelt thank you.

Thank you to all who serve our great country.

This is an awesome photo of armymarinemom's son, all


133 posted on 12/06/2005 5:21:00 PM PST by deadhead (God Bless Our Troops and Veterans)
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To: Billie
Good morning, Mr. Mayor, always good words to mull over and try to live by.

You are very welcome, it is my pleasure!

134 posted on 12/06/2005 5:22:02 PM PST by The Mayor ( As a child of God, prayer is kind of like calling home everyday.)
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To: snugs
Wise words Major a warning we all need to hear and adhere to

I agree and it made me look at my own association with people.

135 posted on 12/06/2005 5:23:16 PM PST by The Mayor ( As a child of God, prayer is kind of like calling home everyday.)
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To: deadhead; armymarinemom

WONDERFUL pix.. great looking son & great image..!!!

yes, our troops are just tormeting those poor Iraquis../sarcasm

thanks for sharing!


136 posted on 12/06/2005 5:33:55 PM PST by DollyCali (Don't tell GOD how big your storm is -- Tell the storm how B-I-G your God is!)
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To: deadhead; Billie; armymarinemom


Looks like a great image for the Military Monday threads!
armymarinemom's son!

137 posted on 12/06/2005 5:34:50 PM PST by The Mayor ( As a child of God, prayer is kind of like calling home everyday.)
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To: armymarinemom; The Mayor; DollyCali

We keep amrymarinemom's sons in our prayers each day. On our prayer list here at the Finest. God Bless our Military.


138 posted on 12/06/2005 5:38:07 PM PST by deadhead (God Bless Our Troops and Veterans)
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To: The Mayor; armymarinemom; 911angelady
Wonderful picture of your son, armymarinemom!

I'm glad I waited to post the Military Prayer List and can include 911angelady's two sons to the list.





Below are names of some of our FReepers' loved ones who are serving our country. If you have someone you would like to add, please address a post to

Billie; Dutchess; DollyCali; Mama_Bear; The Mayor; GodBlessUSA,

and we will add their name to this list. As we pray for them, we pray also for all our nation’s leaders, and military personnel, and their families and friends. May God hold them close to His heart.


gator girl........................husband
severa............husband, brother
Maigrey............................cousin
mystery-ak.............son, husband
Gogrammy...................grandson
Inspectorette.......................son
deadhead..........................cousin
Blessed American..........nephew
Slip18..........................nephew
Diver Dave.......niece, nephew
ConspiracyGuy........2 nephews
Pippin............niece's husband
sneakers..............................son
weldgophardline.....brotherinlaw
jamaly.................brotherinlaw
Future Snake Eater..........cousin
WaterDragon.............grandson
WaterDragon...........son-in-law
BeforeISleep...................son
kimmie7......................brother
Armymarinemom............3 sons
american_ranger.............son
LadyX.........................grandson
fawn796.......................nephew
ValerieUSA....................2 sons
Lakeside........................2 sons
LakeLady......................nephew
Spruce.........................daughter
Leofl......................................son
chena......................................son
Hope and Glory..................son
Philman_36..............2 nephews
bjcintennessee.......son, niece
TheMayor...............friends'son
Doug from Upland............soninlaw
homeschoolmama...........nephew
ariamne...................2 cousins
mhking.........................cousin
gonzo.........................friend's son
visualops..........................cousin
auboy.............................cousin
Ladysmith..nephew, friend's son
tina07......soninlaw & his friend
MontanaCowgirlCop.......brother
nelibeli...........................nephew
Misty4jc........................husband
Colorado Slim................nephew
Tapatio....................2 nephews
ProudAFDad.........................son
Alouette................................son
Katydidnt..............................son
jkphoto..........................nephew
PreviouslyA-Lurker...........brother
Q6-God...................twin brother
Q6-God.....................active duty
Warrior Nurse...........active duty
SK1 Thurman...........active duty
David Osborne.........active duty
fc2tomschermuly......active duty
bkwells....................active duty
LongCut....................active duty
cjk...........................active duty
Trish.........................active duty
ODC-GIRL.................active duty
AF_Blue...................active duty
Notwithstanding.......active duty
thumperusn..............active duty
Veloxherc.................active duty
Don Simmons...........active duty
wingnutx...................active duty
Old Sarge.................active duty
CGblue.....................active duty
bigghurtt...................active duty
frankiep....................active duty
veeceeque................active duty
JRios1968...............active duty
NoLongerFreeState....active duty
CMS.........................active duty
scubachick.....................husband
OhioWfan................................son
ladtx..................................2 sons
Its_me_K.E.T.........................son
Hostel............................cousin
MozartLover...........son, nephew
ak_daddoo........................nephew
Dubya............................nephew
LBGA (RIP)..........................son
katykelly..............................son
cookcounty.............................son
Himyar....................................son
SpookBrat........................nephew
SpookBrat........................cousin
boxerblues........................2 sons
the piper....................................son
sheeza................................husband
kemathen7.........................husband
Tiffee4Bob..........................boyfriend
JimRobinson...............2 nephews
TexKat.......................son, step-son
StarCMC.............................brother
Consort........................2 daughters
Consort.......................son-in-law
Darheel...............................niece
Donaeus...........................nephew
dixie sass........................nephew
BeAllYouCanBe........................son
Repubmommy........................brother
AgThorn................................2 sons
kneezles.................................son
RoseinRoseBear.....cousin's hubby
Atomic Conspiracy......half-brother
Atomic Conspiracy...........nephew
Atomic Conspiracy..............niece
Sunflowergal....................grandson
mrstank..............................husband
MrsMike31........................husband
spotbust1............................husband
campfollower............................fiance
LUV W........................................son
painter...................................nephew
Bykrbayb........................................son
SilentServiceCPOWife........husband
Walkenfree................2 grandsons
Walkenfree.................. 3 nephews
Walkenfree..................granddaughter
Zechariah_8_13.......brother-in-law
Zechariah_8_13.......................cousin
DirtyHarryY2K......................daughter
DirtyHarryY2K................son-in-law
Skimask.....................................son
El Gato...............................nephew
Palladin...............................grandson
MississippyMuddy...................sister
MississippyMuddy.....2 nephews
Kramster...............................stepson
Socratic.............................nephew
LoneRedRanger......brother-in-law
Jemian...................................son
freema....................nephew, son
Azbushgal..............................son
kimmykay.................................son
right2parent..............................son
NavySEAL F-16........................son
Ike............................................son
repubmom.................................son
wolfcreek..........................daughter
JesseJane ...........................cousin
Roses0508................................son
pmmd81....................................son
GodBlessUSA........................cousin
SoldiersPrayingMom.................son
WakeUpandVote..................brother
Skyraider.................................son
CyberAnt...........................nephew
mrs tiggywinkle...................cousin
Jen's Mom.....................daughter
Meg33...........................grandson
911angelady.......................2 sons



139 posted on 12/06/2005 5:40:54 PM PST by Billie
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To: deadhead; armymarinemom

Oh my, what a heartwarming picture and this is your son armymarinemom????....How proud you must be. Prayers for his and all our deployed men and women's safety!


140 posted on 12/06/2005 5:48:10 PM PST by dutchess
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