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FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops ~ 30 December 2011
Serving The Best Troops and Veterans In The World !!
| The Canteen Crew
Posted on 12/29/2011 6:10:12 PM PST by Kathy in Alaska
~ The FReeper Canteen Presents ~
~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~
Thank You For Your Service of 2011... And We Wish You A Safe 2012!!
LAST CONVOY A U.S. flag flies from a Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle, part of the last convoy to leave Iraq, as it crosses over into Kuwait, Dec. 18, 2011, signaling the end of Operation New Dawn. Despite the final battalions' departure, the U.S. will continue to build and strengthen a mutually-beneficial partnership with Iraq. U.S. Army photo by Spc. Bradley Wancour
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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.
GATE CLOSURE U.S. and Kuwaiti troops unite to close the gate between Kuwait and Iraq after the last military convoys passed through, Dec. 18, 2011, signaling the end of Operation New Dawn. U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jordan Johnson
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SECURITY PATROL U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Christopher Ballance walks through a field during a security patrol in the Garmser District, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Dec. 2, 2011. Ballance is assigned to Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Reece Lodder
BEACH BUDDIES U.S. Marines wait for transport to the USS Iwo Jima on Onslow Beach, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Dec. 19, 2011. The Marines are assigned to the Command Element, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Transportation to and from the beach is part of the daily grind for Marines and sailors assigned to the unit and Amphibious Squadron 8. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein
SPUR RIDE U.S. Army soldiers depart a CH-47 Chinook helicopter during winter Spur Ride on Forward Operating Base Sharana, Paktika province, Afghanistan, Dec. 8, 2011. The soldiers are assigned to 1st Battalion, 227th Aviation Regiment. The Spur Ride is a tradition dating back to the beginning of the U.S. Cavalry, where troopers prove their tactical and technical skills, leadership, and teamwork over several days to earn the right to wear silver cavalry spurs. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Eric Pahon
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RECOILLESS RIFLE A civilian instructor coaches two paratroopers on how to use a Carl Gustav M3 84mm recoilless rifle during a certification course on Fort Bragg, N.C., Dec. 6, 2011. The paratroopers are assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division's 1st Brigade Combat Team. The multi-role weapon consists of a light artillery tube that can be used against armor, fortifications and personnel. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Michael J. MacLeod
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PROVIDING SUPPORT U.S. Air Force Capt. Gabriel Lewis, center, U.S. Army Spc. Kendra Sanders and U.S. Army Lt. Col. Ron MacKay provide close air support while traveling with 110 military vehicles and 500 service members as they leave Iraq, Dec. 18, 2011. Lewis is a joint tactical air controller, Sanders is a Signal Corps communications specialist and MacKay is an operations officer assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division's 3rd Brigade Combat Team. U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Cecilio Ricardo
MAGNETIC REFLECTIONS
The Royal Canadian Navy submarine HMCS Victoria is moored in the Magnetic Silencing Facility at U.S. Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, in Bangor, WA, Dec. 13, 2011, for a "deperming" treatment. Deperming reduces a ship's electromagnetic signature as it travels through the water. U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Ed Early
TUGHAY TALK
U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Kimberly Ryan, right, visits with Afghan women at their home in Tughay village in the Sangin district of Afghanistan's Helmand province, Dec. 6, 2011. Ryan is a team member assigned to Female Engagement Team 8. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Meredith Brown
ELECTRIC BLUE
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. James Hernandez uses an electric saw to dismantle a HESCO barrier on Firebase Saenz in Afghanistan's Helmand province, Dec. 13, 2011. Hernandez is a combat engineer assigned to Alpha Company, 9th Engineer Support Battalion. The firebase is the first of several patrol bases being demilitarized by the Marines. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bryan Nygaard
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To: HopeandGlory
"...tired but completely fulfilled".Can't beat that. Good for you.
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posted on
12/29/2011 10:47:50 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: MS.BEHAVIN
I have been to the chain of ponds, near Eustis.
Boy that’s a whole nother world.
Gnight Ms B
Good luck with the car.
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posted on
12/29/2011 10:48:54 PM PST
by
mylife
(The Roar Of The Masses Could Be Farts)
To: MS.BEHAVIN
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Good night and rest well, ms b...*HUGS*
Thanks for all you do for our troops.
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posted on
12/29/2011 10:54:27 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: AZamericonnie
Good evening, Connie...are you getting time off this week?
You and your boys playing with your Christmas bounty?
If you had to work, hope your commute was really easy. Most folks should be home. It is really quiet at work. *HUGS*
144
posted on
12/29/2011 11:07:06 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Chanukah was quiet, but meaningful. I miss it already. (sigh)
145
posted on
12/30/2011 12:27:09 AM PST
by
MoochPooch
(I'm a compassionate cynic.)
To: ConorMacNessa
Thanks, Mac, for the Missing ManSetting as we remember those who have given their all that we may gather safe and secure.
146
posted on
12/30/2011 2:38:31 AM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
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, Kathy. How's it going?
147
posted on
12/30/2011 2:52:38 AM PST
by
E.G.C.
(Edward's Soft Rock Playlist: On Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/my_playlists?p=A7A56731DE671E6A)
To: blackie; E.G.C.; Arrowhead1952; ConorMacNessa; Allegra; Mrs.Nooseman; beachn4fun; Jet Jaguar; ...
148
posted on
12/30/2011 3:38:50 AM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: All
Goodmorning/afternoon/evening/night Troops, wherever you are.
Thank you for doing your part tohelp keep all of us free and safe.
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Thanks, unique, for the pastries.
Coffee is always on........
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How about a donut?
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Cookies?
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Veggies?
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Snacks?
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posted on
12/30/2011 3:47:31 AM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Jet Jaguar; Laurita; CMS; OneLoyalAmerican; Defender2; txradioguy; MEG33; The Sailor; Azbushgal; ...
150
posted on
12/30/2011 3:49:43 AM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Jet Jaguar; Laurita; CMS; OneLoyalAmerican; Defender2; txradioguy; MEG33; The Sailor; Azbushgal; ...
151
posted on
12/30/2011 3:49:50 AM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: E.G.C.
Good morning, E...((HUGS))...hurrah, the weekend is almost here. Has Bo been to the lake lately? His eye all better?
Have a great Friday.
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posted on
12/30/2011 4:01:02 AM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska; txradioguy; beachn4fun; StarCMC; Lady Jag; laurenmarlowe; GodBlessUSA; fatima; ...
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Good morning to everyone at the Canteen.
It's my last official day at work today!!
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posted on
12/30/2011 4:33:15 AM PST
by
Arrowhead1952
(Dear God, thanks for the rain, but please let it rain more in Texas. Amen.)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Good morning, Kathy!
*HUGS*
TGIF!!!
How's everything going with you?
Etiam non princeps sed usque ad genua, Principis Pacis!
154
posted on
12/30/2011 4:58:01 AM PST
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Michael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: Arrowhead1952
Good morning, Arrowhead! A momentous day! What are you going to do with yourself now? Become a
bon vivant perhaps?
Etiam non princeps sed usque ad genua, Principis Pacis!
155
posted on
12/30/2011 5:01:16 AM PST
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Michael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
His eyes seem to be OK. We went out to Waurika Lake for a brief time yesterday.
156
posted on
12/30/2011 5:03:10 AM PST
by
E.G.C.
(Edward's Soft Rock Playlist: On Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/my_playlists?p=A7A56731DE671E6A)
To: ConorMacNessa
I have some overdue repairs on the house, and then will hire someone to paint the outside. I also have just over 60 acres about 80 miles east of our home that I need to do some fence repairs on and maybe start a big garden.
157
posted on
12/30/2011 5:17:37 AM PST
by
Arrowhead1952
(Dear God, thanks for the rain, but please let it rain more in Texas. Amen.)
To: MS.BEHAVIN
I am SO there! I’ve wanted to go every time we’ve been up,
but we always ran out of time. LOL!
158
posted on
12/30/2011 5:56:46 AM PST
by
luvie
(This tagline reserved for a hero.......)
To: y'all; Arrowhead1952; beachn4fun; E.G.C.; GodBlessUSA; ConorMacNessa; Kathy in Alaska; HiJinx; ...
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Finally....Friday, Early Birds!
Hope all or most of you get to rest tomorrow!
I don't...but oh, well! :)
Have a great day today...
...and wear red for the troops!
(((hugs)))
159
posted on
12/30/2011 6:03:44 AM PST
by
luvie
(This tagline reserved for a hero.......)
To: LUV W
Good morning, Luv!
*HUGS*
TGIF!!!
Wearing red for the troops!
Etiam non princeps sed usque ad genua, Principis Pacis!
160
posted on
12/30/2011 6:06:50 AM PST
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Michael the Archangel defend us in Battle!)
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