FReeper Canteen ~ It's The Soldier ~ August 28, 2006

8-28-06

[StarCMC]

 

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.

           

It is the Soldier, not the minister
Who has given us freedom of religion.

It is the Soldier, not the reporter
Who has given us freedom of the press.

It is the Soldier, not the poet
Who has given us freedom of speech.

It is the Soldier, not the campus organizer
Who has given us freedom to protest.

It is the Soldier, not the lawyer
Who has given us the right to a fair trial.

It is the Soldier, not the politician
Who has given us the right to vote.

It is the Soldier who salutes the flag,
Who serves beneath the flag,

And whose coffin is draped by the flag,
Who allows the protester to burn the flag.

-  Charles Michael Province, U.S. Army   

Thank you to all the heroes out there in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and National Guard who ensure that the freedoms we enjoy today will continue to future generations.  You are not forgotten.

[StarCMC]

Not 'til next week!!

:-D

[SandRat]

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by Staff Sgt. Russell Lee Klika

July 31, 2006

Maj. Jennifer Bailey, from the 402nd Civil Affairs Battalion, reads a children’s book to Iraqi girls during a humanitarian mission near Tikrit, Iraq. This photo appeared on www.army.mil.

 

Images on the Army Web site are cleared for release and are considered in the public domain. Request credit be given as "Photo Courtesy of U.S. Army" and credit to individual photographer whenever possible.

[StarCMC]

COOL!! Thanks for that bnelson!!

[StarCMC]

Seven!!

[AZamericonnie]

Didn't you get to see a launch last time? How very exciting! Gonna grab some Cuban quisine this time?

I'm so glad you're having quality time. All my best to your son & DIL!

[StarCMC]

....EIGHTH!!!!...We wuz EIGHTH!....EIGHTH!!!!...We wuz EIGHTH!....EIGHTH!!!!...We wuz EIGHTH!....EIGHTH!!!!...We wuz EIGHTH!....EIGHTH!!!!...We wuz EIGHTH!....EIGHTH!!!!...We wuz EIGHTH!....EIGHTH!!!!...We wuz EIGHTH!....EIGHTH!!!!...We wuz EIGHTH!

[hsalaw]

Thanks for the link to the "Tribute to Our Troops." Very moving - and very timely as we approach the anniversary of that day. We will never forget. Prayers for the safety of our troops and the success of their mission.

[StarCMC]

COOL pic!! Thanks for posting that HUGE picture!! ;-D

[bnelson44]

On the five year anniversary of the tragic events at the Pentagon, the twin towers in New York City, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania, the America Supports You Freedom Walk begins a new national tradition to reflect on the lives lost on September 11, renew our commitment to freedom and the values of our country and honor our veterans, past and present.

Freedom Walks are being held in cities large and small across the country. Washington, D.C. is hosting the second annual America Supports You Freedom Walk on the eve of September 11.

Click here for more information

[StarCMC]

11!!

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

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[AZamericonnie]

Good evening Bigs! I seem to have been missing you as of late. Hope you are well. *Hugs*

[StarCMC]

LOL!!

Aloha, BIGLOOK!

[luvie]

Yes, we saw the last Titan rocket go up. Funny that you should remember that!

I just told my son what you said. DIL is already asleep I think. :D

[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.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Thanks for today's important reminder!

[StarCMC]

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HOWLING here! (Sorry!)

[SandRat]

Yeah, I know what you were viewing that was HUGE. LOL

[Lady Jag]

Our forces are special

[StarCMC]

Good reason to stop by! Thanks mdittmar!!