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FReeper Canteen - Scuttlebutt - 29 Sept 2011
A respite place for our troops, vets allies & military families
| The Canteen Crew
Posted on 09/28/2011 6:08:28 PM PDT by AZamericonnie
At the FReeper Canteen!
C'mon and take a break ! Walk on over to the water cooler and lets chat. Post your thoughts, opinions, news of the day, rantings, ravings, pontificates, hypothesis, hyperboles, your soap box cause, your mantra, your baggage, your garbage, your blogging, your secrets, whatever you feel would make talk around the water cooler real interesting!
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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We were dressed and ready to go out for the New Years Eve Party. We turned on a night light, turned the answering machine on, covered our pet parakeet and put the cat in the backyard.
We phoned the local cab company and requested a taxi. The taxi arrived and we opened the front door to leave the house. As we walked out the door, the cat we had put out in the yard, scoots back into the house. We didn't want the cat shut in the house because she always tries to eat the bird.
My wife goes on out to the taxi, while I went back inside to get the cat. The cat runs upstairs, with me in hot pursuit. Waiting in the cab, my wife doesn't want the driver to know that the house will be empty for the night. So, she explains to the taxi driver that I will be out soon, 'He's just going upstairs to say Good-bye to my mother.'
A few minutes later, I get into the cab. 'Sorry I took so long,' I said, as we drove away. 'That stupid b*tch was hiding under the bed. I had to poke her ass with a coat hanger to get her to come out! She tried to take off, so I grabbed her by the neck. Then, I had to wrap her in a blanket to keep her from scratching me. But it worked! I hauled her fat a$$ downstairs and threw her out into the back yard!'
The cab driver hit a parked car.
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" VFW Celebrates 112 Years of Service to Veterans "
VFW Celebrates 112 Years of Service to Veterans
A message from VFW Commander-in-Chief Richard DeNoyer
September 28, 2011
On the 29th of September each year, we celebrate the creation of one of Americas most iconic organizations the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States.The VFW has a long and proud history of serving and protecting Americas veterans, service members and their families, as well as being stalwart defenders of the U.S. Constitution and of a strong national defense. Now, more than any time in our history, a strong VFW is instrumental in keeping our military and our nation strong.
Through every war and conflict in the 20th and 21st centuries, the VFW has led the way to promote strong military and veterans legislation. As in the past, today, the VFW advocates and supports those deployed to operations in locations around the world while still maintaining vigilance and representation for multiple generations of veterans and for thousands of service members stateside.
VFW and its Auxiliary members are making a remarkable difference at a critical time in our countrys history. Our accomplishments are significant and many, from helping to create the Department of Veterans Affairs, the World War II GI Bill, and Agent Orange and Gulf War Syndrome legislation, to leading the way on traumatic injury disability insurance and a new 21st Century GI Bill.
The VFW has recorded 112 years of unwavering commitment and extraordinary service to our nation. Its an amazing record we are justifiably proud to lay claim to. Our distinguished history of service will always serve as inspiration and as a guide for the future as weremain always steadfast in doing all that we can to improve the quality of life for todays service members, veterans and their families.
God bless our troops and our veterans, and God bless America.
Signed,
Richard DeNoyer
VFW Commander-in-Chief
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Trivia Time
In the movie Troy, what character was Brad Pitt play?
What is the name of the town that the Flintstones live in?
What rock star played the preacher in the film Tommy?
Where does Miss Teschmacher's mother live in the movie Superman?
What color did Daniel have to paint Miagi's house as part of his training in the movie The Karate Kid?
Actress Maya Rudolph is the daughter of which famous pop singer?
After the death of Humphrey who married Jason.
Which actor has portrayed a villain in the films Patriot Games, Goldeneye, National Treasure, and Don't Say A Word?
In what movie did Robert Vaughan, Richard Chamberlain and Robert Wagner all die?
What was the name of the actress who starred in the original version of the movie "King Kong" in 1933?
In Speed, when the bus slowed to what speed would it blow up?
What kills Alex Guinness at the end of The Ladykillers?
In the movie " The Holiday", what does Cameron Diaz do for a living?
What part have Jeremy Irons, Lindsay Lohan and Bette Davis all played?
In Star Trek, what color is Mr. Spock's blood?
What actor yells the line "Made it Ma! Top of the world!" in the movie White Heat?
Who are the 4 actresses who have played the March sisters in Little Women (1949)?
In which French town does ?Robbie (James McAvoy) die in Atonement?
In what movie does actor Robert De Niro play a character called Travis Bickle?
In the 1986 movie Absolute Beginners, what role did David Bowie play?
Who is Cameron going to marry in Ferris Buellers Day Off?
What was Bluto's grade point average in the film Animal House?
What was the second movie that Olivia Newton John and John Travolta starred in together?
What is the name of Owen Wilson's brother the movie star?
What was the name of the character that Michael Caine played in the movie Ipcress File?
What novel was the basis for the violent 1971 movie Straw Dogs?
Who won an Oscar for her role in the film "Cold Mountain"?
In the Adventures of Robin Hood which absent king does Errol Flynn fight for?
What movie comedy, a western, features the song, "The Ballad of Rock Ridge?
In the film Caddyshack, what was the name of Judge Smales grandson?
In Grease, what was Rizzo's real name?
In Charlotte's Web, what type of creature is Templeton?
What is Travis Bickle's occupation as played by Robert De Niro?
What kind of animal is Hedwig who belongs to Harry Potter?
In Charlie and the Chocolate Factory what are Johnny Depp's little helpers called?
What James Bond flick had a Rolls Royce with the license number AU1?
Randall Boggs, James P Sullivan and Mike Wazowski were in which Disney film together?
What is the last name of everybody in the entire town of Rock Ridge in the movie Blazing Saddles?
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To: Kitty Mittens
Thanks, Kitty...I really appreciate the prayers. ((HUGS))
Teresa can finally breathe again.
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posted on
09/28/2011 10:52:56 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: ConorMacNessa
Once again that’s a great post honoring our troops.
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posted on
09/28/2011 10:54:06 PM PDT
by
Diver Dave
(Because He Lives, I Can Face Tomorrow)
To: Kathy in Alaska; LUV W; TASMANIANRED; yorkie; oldteen
Time to say goodnight, ladies. Can’t see the monitor any longer...
See y’all tomorrow.
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posted on
09/28/2011 10:54:56 PM PDT
by
HiJinx
("Good government is the concern of all men." ~ Louis L'Amour)
To: SandRat
And rounding out the top three....Sand bags the bronze!!
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posted on
09/28/2011 10:59:48 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: SandRat
I’m with the witch....”Ain’t It Friday Yet”.
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posted on
09/28/2011 11:05:29 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: HiJinx
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posted on
09/28/2011 11:06:22 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
To the Family and Friends of Teresa
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posted on
09/29/2011 12:23:02 AM PDT
by
oldteen
To: USMCWife6869
Welcome to the Canteen, USMCWife...we thank your husband for his service to our country.
Happy shopping!! d:o)
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posted on
09/29/2011 12:36:52 AM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: left that other site
Good morning, ML...((HUGS))...you and Linda have a wonderful Thursday.
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posted on
09/29/2011 12:41:20 AM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: LUV W
A very pleasant good morning to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country.
((HUGS))Good morning, LUV W. How's it going?
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posted on
09/29/2011 2:42:53 AM PDT
by
E.G.C.
(Edward's Soft Rock Playlist: On Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/my_playlists?p=A7A56731DE671E6A)
To: Lady Jag
((HUGS))Good morning, L.J. How’s it going?
111
posted on
09/29/2011 2:43:29 AM PDT
by
E.G.C.
(Edward's Soft Rock Playlist: On Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/my_playlists?p=A7A56731DE671E6A)
To: AZamericonnie
((HUGS))Good morning, AZ. How’s it going?
112
posted on
09/29/2011 2:44:09 AM PDT
by
E.G.C.
(Edward's Soft Rock Playlist: On Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/my_playlists?p=A7A56731DE671E6A)
To: AZamericonnie
((HUGS))Good morning, AZ. How’s it going?
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posted on
09/29/2011 2:44:09 AM PDT
by
E.G.C.
(Edward's Soft Rock Playlist: On Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/my_playlists?p=A7A56731DE671E6A)
To: Kathy in Alaska
((HUGS))Good morning, Kathy. How’s it going?
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posted on
09/29/2011 2:44:40 AM PDT
by
E.G.C.
(Edward's Soft Rock Playlist: On Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/my_playlists?p=A7A56731DE671E6A)
To: oldteen
Thank you so much, teen...((HUGS))...she will never be forgotten.
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posted on
09/29/2011 3:20:17 AM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: ConorMacNessa
Good morning, Mac. Are you able to drive to work?
Have a good Thursday. *HUGS*
116
posted on
09/29/2011 3:29:57 AM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: E.G.C.
Good morning, E...((HUGS))...is your weather finally cooling off? You and Bo have a good Thursday.
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posted on
09/29/2011 3:51:48 AM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: The Mayor
Good morning, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul. ((HUGS))
118
posted on
09/29/2011 4:01:08 AM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: ConorMacNessa
My goodness gracious!!
Mac, you must be very careful. Getting that ruptured tendon fixed will be good.
Hmmmm....hospital, 2 days....bring on the Blackberry. d:o)
Have a good day. *HUGS*
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posted on
09/29/2011 4:11:52 AM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: AZamericonnie; Kathy in Alaska; txradioguy; beachn4fun; StarCMC; Lady Jag; laurenmarlowe; ...
Good morning to everyone at the Canteen.
This may be our last 100º day for this year!
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posted on
09/29/2011 4:22:14 AM PDT
by
Arrowhead1952
(Dear God, thanks for the rain, but please let it rain more in Texas. Amen.)
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