FReeper Canteen ~ Memorial Day Weekend ~ 23 May 08

Serving The Best Troops And Veterans In The World | The Canteen Crew

[Kathy in Alaska]

FReeper Canteen ~ Memorial Day Weekend

PRECISION FLYING

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds fly in formation over California, May 2, 2008. The Thunderbirds are the Air Force's premier demonstration squadron and represent the Air Force throughout the nation and abroad. U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Matthew Smith

Coming to Elmendorf AFB the end of June.

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.

SECNAV Names New Guided-Missile Destroyer USS Michael Murphy

080507-N-5549O-339 LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY (May 7, 2007) Maureen Murphy, the mother of Navy (SEAL) Lt. Michael Murphy, cuts the ribbon during a dedication ceremony for her son. Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Honorable Dr. Donald C. Winter, announced the name of the next guided-missile destroyer as USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) during the ceremony. Maureen Murphy will be the ship's sponsor. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin S. O'Brien (Released)

Star Spangled Banner

My Country Tis Of Thee

This Land Is Your Land

God Bless The USA

Battle Hymn of The Republic

Ali Airmen keep creepy crawlies contained

A beetle runs away after being discovered hiding in cargo headed to the United States from Ali Base, Iraq. Military police Airmen inspect all cargo and equipment for soil, insects and other forms of life that could be a threat to ecosystems, agriculture and land in the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nathan Gallahan)

United States Army

United States Navy

United States Marine Corps

United States Air Force

United States Coast Guard

24th MEU exploits success in Garmsir

2nd Lt. Peter L. Hackett, forward observer, Lance Cpl. Quentin J. Rhone, radio operator, and Cpl. Andrew S. Leroy, fire supportman, with Fire Support Team, Weapons Platoon, Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, NATO-International Security Assistance Force, scan the terrain to locate their next target using the new Target Location, Designation, and Hand-off System during a live-fire range in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan. The 24th MEU is the first unit to use the TLDHS in a combat environment while in Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alex C. Guerra)

Please remember that The Canteen is here to support
and entertain our troops and veterans and their families,
and is family friendly.

[PROCON]

I know, We’re going out to see “Indiana Jones and the Fast Cars”!

[MeekMom]

Well, I sure hope so. LOL :)
Still blowin’ the nose, but not as much. :)

[MeekMom]

Hi Radix. I’m rootin’ for the Celts! & watchin’ the game right now.

[Radix]

"BTW, great tag line!"

I had lunch with the former 2LT yesterday, and somehow the subject of diversity and languages came up. I came up with the new tag, and we both had a good laugh over it.

I am so fortunate that he is safe and home.

[Texas Termite]

Kathy first of all... thank you, and those who help, for all of the work involved in keeping the Canteen going to honor our service men and women all over the world. :)

There are so many reflections that can be made on this holiday, and not enough words in my vocabulary to express how our family feels about the sacrifices made daily by all in the service and their families.

So we will just say “Thank You” and continue praying for their safety, comfort and healing for those who are injured, and strength for the family members who are separated from their love ones.

BIG Texas hugs to all....

“TT”, Beth & Nana

[PROCON]

I am so fortunate that he is safe and home.

HOORAY!!

Have a grand weekend with him!!

[Radix]

The Captain said to me that “It is going to be really bad when we will have to press one for Spanish.”

[PROCON]

going to be really bad when we will have to press one for Spanish.”

Or arabic.

[laurenmarlowe]

Howdy MeekMom! *HUGS*

[MeekMom]

[SandRat]

Still threads to go before I can FReep.

[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)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Kate Smith ~ God Bless America

[Kathy in Alaska]

And Late is in 1st to grab the gold!!

[PROCON]

WOO-HOO!SandRat #31!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

And a close 2nd is...Radix for the silver!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

And rounding out the top 3....TS for the bronze!!

[MeekMom]

Evening Sandy!
((hugs))
How’s tricks? LOL

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Pro....bittersweet indeed, but we must never forget!!

[SandRat]

Not bad, still miles of FRWN threads before I can FReep.