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FReeper Canteen ~ Finally Friday ~ 03 October 08
Serving The Best Troops And Veterans In The World
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Posted on 10/02/2008 6:00:31 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
~ It's Finally Friday!! ~
STORM-STALLED REAPER An MQ-9 Reaper sits in a hangar during a sandstorm at Joint Base Balad, Iraq, Sept. 15, 2008. U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jason Epley
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.
Pearl Harbor Port Call
080930-N-5476H-032 PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (Sept. 30, 2008) Visitors to the USS Arizona Memorial gather along the shore to watch as the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) moors pierside for a brief port visit to Pearl Harbor Naval Station. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility operating in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Hight/Released) USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) Renders Honors 080930-N-5476H-008 PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (Sept. 30, 2008) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) renders honors to the USS Arizona Memorial as the ship enters Pearl Harbor Naval Station for a brief port visit. The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility operating in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Hight/Released)
Buster Bailey ~ Jazzbo Brown From Memphis
Fletcher Henderson ~ Shuffling Sadie
Jabbo Smith's Rhythm Aces ~ Lina Blues
Johnny Dodds ~ Flat Foot
King Oliver ~ Snag It
Deployment
080928-N-1120L-130 GULFPORT, Miss. (Sept. 28, 2008) Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 7 board their aircraft to deploy to locations throughout the Middle East. NMCB-7 is deployed to provide construction support to U.S. Forces Central Command supporting Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael B. Lavender/Released)
Home Again 080927-N-5758H-229 VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Sept. 27, 2008) Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Clint Latimer, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Nassau (LHA 4), greets his 19 month old daughter upon his return from a week of supporting local, state and federal authorities in recovery effort for Galveston, Texas, in the wake of Hurricane Ike. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication 3rd Class Specialist Kenneth R. Hendrix/Released)
Louis Armstrong ~ Skid-Dat-De-Dat Mezz Mezzrow ~ I'se A'Muggin
Muggsy Spanier ~ Riverboat Shuffle
Red Nichols ~ Original Dixieland One Step
Scott Joplin ~ The Entertainer
CANOPY VIEW
The refueling boom from a KC-135 Stratotanker arches over an F-15 Eagle as it refuels the aircraft over eastern Florida, Sept. 20, 2008. An F-22 Raptor and another F-15 Eagle from Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., are participating in the training mission with the Mississippi Air National Guard. U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Scott Reed
GABBI'S HUNT U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Stacey Harrington, not shown, waits as his Military Working Dog "Gabbi" searches the Neighborhood Activities Center prior to a Business Development Seminar in the Gazaliyah district, Baghdad, Iraq, Sept. 21, 2008. Harrington and Gabbi are assigned to the 435th Security Forces Squadron attached to 4th Infantry Division. U.S. Army photo by Spc. Charles W. Gill
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
10/02/2008 6:02:00 PM PDT
by
MeekMom
(Come on Cubbies!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Evening Ma!
Another good thread!
Thanks!
((Hugs))
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:03:55 PM PDT
by
MeekMom
(Come on Cubbies!)
To: MoJo2001; txradioguy; Jet Jaguar; tongue-tied; laurenmarlowe; AZamericonnie; StarCMC; MS.BEHAVIN; ..
It's Finally Friday!
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.
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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
10/02/2008 6:05:55 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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.
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.
God be with you and guide you Sarah . . . we ask in Jesus name. Amen
Prayers going up.
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:06:28 PM PDT
by
HopeandGlory
(Hey, Liberals . . . PC died on 9/11 . . . GET USED TO IT!!!)
To: sneakers; vigilante2; Jade Falcon; Laurita; txradioguy; tongue-tied; SoldierDad; KB4W; ...
Honoring Our Heroes AbnSarge USA Allegra 3 sons (armymarinemom and amdad) Brett USN (CindyDawg) Brother and Son-in-Law (kalee) Cannoneer No. 4 Capt Future Snake Eater USA (RightOnline) Capt Jason Clendenin (friend of Frou) Chris USA (amom) Chuck USA (RightOnline) Col Mike (gpapa) CMS USA David USAF (LUV W) Defender2 Deven USA (Shimmer) Ethan USMC (georgiabelle) Ev USA (Mozie) Fred (DocRock) GulfWar1Vet USA IS2 Brianne USN (My Hearts in London - Everett) IS2 Heather USN (My Hearts in London - Everett) Jade Falcon USN JemiansTerror USA (Jemian) Jet Jaguar USAF Joel (NEMDF) Jonathan USMC (AZbushgal) Josh USN (doug from upland) Karen USA (fatima's granddaughter) KB4W USAF (arbee4bush) Kenneth (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim) Kevin USMC (skimask) Kevin and David USA (vigilante2) Laurita USA LCpl Carter USMC Lindsay (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim) Lt David (Coldwater Creek) M1911A1 USMC (M0sby) M1Tanker Major joma89 USAF MEG33's Navy Grandson Michael USAR (RightOnline) Mike1Sg USA (mystery-ak) Milo828 USA (mystery-ak) Nate USN (sneakers) Old Sarge USA OneLoyalAmerican USCG PFC Dan USA (son of swmobuffalo) Robert, Jeremy, Daynnis USA (SoldierDad) Sat-Com Chris USA (son of KC Burke) Sgt Brian USA (repubmom) Sgt Dusty USA (MountainDad) Sgt Sean Reed (preed) Sgt Spencer USA (grame) Son USCG (GodBlessUSA) SPC Matt USA (repubmom) SPC Mike USA (AbnSarge) SSG Mitchel USA (tina07) SSGT Don May Jr USMC (debm29palms) SSGT John Linde USA (JFoxbear) Terrence USN (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim) The Sailor tongue-tied USN/USA Tonkin USN/USCG txradioguy USA Valerie USAF (Shimmer) Victor and Tony D USMC (weldgophardline) William USA (jackv)
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:09:35 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
To: Kathy in Alaska; All
To: Kathy in Alaska
Hi Ma,
Thanks for the thread. I’m watching the debate and FR is slow. :-)
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:10:33 PM PDT
by
Drumbo
("Democracy can withstand anything but democrats." - Jubal Harshaw (Robert A. Heinlein))
To: Kathy in Alaska; All
To: laurenmarlowe; Kathy in Alaska; All
Well just DANG!
You get our Anthem twice, LOL!
Remove if ya want MA!
*HUGS*
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: laurenmarlowe
Evening Lauren. Hope all is well with you dear. :)
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:13:55 PM PDT
by
MeekMom
(Come on Cubbies!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Aloha Night Owl!
Watching the debate ......
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:14:07 PM PDT
by
BIGLOOK
(Keelhaul Congress! It's the sensible solution to restore Command to the People.)
To: AZamericonnie
Evening hon.
I’m a little nervous tonight about how Sarah’s gonna do against the big meanie!
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:15:15 PM PDT
by
MeekMom
(Come on Cubbies!)
To: Kathy in Alaska; All
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (Oct. 1, 2008) Sonar Technician (Surface) 3rd Class Andreas Arredondo, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Russell (DDG 59), kisses his wife during a first kiss ceremony pier side onboard Naval Station (NAVSTA) Pearl Harbor. Russell returned to its homeport of NAVSTA Pearl Harbor after a six-month deployment to the western Pacific supporting the Global War on Terrorism as part of the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael A. Lantron/Released)
INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 1, 2008) Senior Chief Quartermaster Joseph Lennon raises the Enlisted Surface Warfare Pennant during an award ceremony on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is currently deployed in the Navy's 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sarah E. Bitter/Released)
INDIAN OCEAN (Oct. 1, 2008) Crew members watch the fuel probe move to the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) during a refueling at sea aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu and Halsey are part of the Peleliu Expeditionary Strike Group deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dustin Kelling/Released)
To: laurenmarlowe
LOL! Just leave it...you almost got it 3 times.
Working your fingers to the bone? The weekend is almost here. Do you get some rest? *HUGS*
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:17:28 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
To: All
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:19:11 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
To: All
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:19:47 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
To: laurenmarlowe
And now you get 2 Kate Smith’s. LOL! FR is so slow!!!
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:25:16 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
To: redrock; All
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posted on
10/02/2008 6:31:56 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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