Posted on 12/09/2012 5:03:24 PM PST by Kathy in Alaska
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Thank you for doing your part to help keep all of us free and safe.
Thanks, unique, for the pastries.
Coffee is always on........
How about a donut?
Cookies?
Veggies?
Snacks?
Good night.
Monday Morning Coffee Bump.
Good morning, Canteen.
Good morning to our
Military, our Allies, and their families.
Thank you, Star, for preparing the Canteen for todays activities.
DC Metroland weather report
~ Today...Foggy with a few showers this afternoon.
Thunder possible. High 67F.
Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 30%.
~ Tonight...Showers early, then cloudy overnight.
Thunder possible. Low 44F.
SW winds shifting to NW at 10 to 20 mph.
Chance of rain 50%.
Boy, it sure has been foggy around here.
Luckily, not so foggy we couldn't see to drive in.
Once again, weekend went too fast.
Starting putting up the tree on Saturday
only to have the tree lights go kaput
so had to put it off until
Sunday after we went shopping and picked up new lights.
This week I have to do the cards.
And figure out what to get the grandkids.
But right now, I need to make my rounds.
And then get to work.
But, please stay right where you are.
Chat up the military or a family member.
No need to fret...you know I'll be back!
The FR Canteen is
Come in and sit for a while.
There's always plenty of coffee, tea,
pancakes, conversation, silliness,
and plain old BS
REMEMBER THEM ~ DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM
ARMSTRONG, FRANK ALTON III
10/6/1967
"KIA" Body not recovered
Laos
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((HUGS))Good morning, Beach. How’s it going?
Good morning EG ((HUGS))
All is well even though it’s Monday. Hard to believe December, and therefore another year, is almost over.
Howz things out your way?
Good morning dear ((HUGS))
37? brrrr....
we were warmer than that but guessing we’re headed for chilly weather.
How was your weekend?
Got the truck back over the weekend and just hunkered down and stayed inside and out of the rain.
I'm gonna take a few days off next week and hang out with son-boy, who's coming to town.
OK, more coffee..
Have a great day!
Well, here's what Sarge and The Bride were up to this past weekend: back with the Knights of Yore and the Yule Ball! The theme for the event was Yule in Lithuania, with themed food, music, and revelry. Here are parts of the journey:
We arrived Friday evening after a long, arduous journey, and upon arrival at the Feast Hall, there was travelers' fare prepared and waiting for those who came from a far: lentil soup, fresh breads and butter, fish and tea.
The next morning, we woke to find the thrones of the Peerage set up for their use. These are the thrones of His Majesty the King, his daughter the Princess, and the Baron and Baroness who are their hosts.
There were to be gifts exchanged that evening after the Grand Feast, and the table was piled high with clever things - including a TARDIS on the corner!
We set up a simple camp near the tournament field, to watch the day's comings and goings. The Bride's red cloak on her chair, Sarge's black on the right. Between us was a loaf of homemade bread The Bride made and brought with us to nosh on during the day.
And yes, I said we were near the tournament field! Here are two of the folks sparring for the Light Weapons Tournament, with a marshall watching the pair...
And the heavies were out there as well! This is but some of the fighting for the Warlord's Tourney, which went pretty much like a game of "Survivor": two teams eliminate each other, then the winning team engages in a free-for-all until the last man standing wins...
I didn't know whose shield this was (I found out later it was a Knight's), but the workmanship involved was so impressive...
Now, THIS was impressive, too: a lady dueling in the Light Weapons Tourney, giving admirable account of herself. Even other fighting stopped to watch the duel...
Whereas, on the Warlord's Field, the savagery continued...
After the tournaments, came Royal Court. The Marine Corps was present to collect for Toys for Tots. This was an awesome sight: His Majesty, dressed festively as Father Christmas for the occasion, with two Marine NCO's standing bolt-upright at attention!
Her Excellency the Baroness informed the Marines of over six HUNDRED toys which are at their disposal, her voice cracking with emotion as she praised their devotion to duty and spoke of her admiration...
And now, on to the Grand Feast! This was High Table for the Royal Party. The thrones of two kingdoms plus the hosting barony are here...
And of course, Low Table, where the boards for the populace were set.
And you can see the great hall bustling with people and servers and minstrels, courtly garb and manners, voices raised in laughter and song.
In addition to the field of battle, there were equestrian events, as well as art and poetry contests, something for every flavor of the days of yore. And to add to the evening, Sarge WON the Poetry Contest! The judges approached us during the feast, asking if Sarge might join the Kingdom Laureate competition later this spring! All in all, a wonderful time, and a wonderful journey through the Current Middle Ages!
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My brother and his family from Texas are here for a visit. They're up in the city visiting my sister and her family. Taking care of his dog and Bo this morning.
((HUGS))Good morning, LUV W. How's it going?
Loved the pictures..looks like great fun.
Good morning beachy and (((HUGS))) to you too.
I had to work until midnight Sat and almost that late last night.
Good morning Pro ((HUGS))
I bet you are very happy to have that truck back.
We had two rainy/misty days this weekend. Very dreary.
It’s getting close to “party times” for me. We had the company Holiday party on the 2nd, now I have the Writer’s Christmas party this weekend, then next week there are two here at work. Then I’m off for the holidays.
Hope you and son-boy have a real good time next week.
Have a sunnylicious day.
Good morning ladies and (((HUGS))). Mighty chilly and windy here today.
Awesome pictures, Dear Knight! Looks like you two had a wonderful time! Glad you’ve gotten back at what you love! :)
Looks like a good time was had by all.
When oh when will Army beat Navy???
Apparently not in my lifetime!
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