FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~ 12 September 2013

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[Kathy in Alaska]

~ The FReeper Canteen Presents ~

~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~

FINAL FRAME

A paratrooper descends to a drop zone using the Army’s new T-11 parachute system on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 29, 2013. The paratrooper is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 1st Brigade Combat Team. The square canopy has nearly a third more surface area than that of the T-10D parachute that it replaces. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Michael J. MacLeod

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.

IRON MAN

U.S. Navy Seaman Joseph Caruso plays with children in Barangay Tagburos in Puerto Princesa City, Philippines, Jan. 25, 2013. The Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 5 make up the construction civic action detail Philippines. U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Quennie May Bumatay

SEAHAWK STRETCH

U.S. Petty Officer 2nd Class Dina Chicas inspects an SH-60B Seahawk helicopter aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility, Jan. 26, 2013. The Dunham is deployed with the John C. Stennis Strike Group to conduct maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Deven B. King

FINAL PROBLEM

Navy Seabees work together to assemble a tent while training to prepare for their final evaluation problem before deployment in Gulfport, Miss., Jan. 26, 2013. The evaluation problem is used to train and evaluate Seabees on various scenarios they may face. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Daniel Garas

HAWKEYE OPERATIONS

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Kevin Williams directs an E-2C Hawkeye on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2013. The Stennis is conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. The Hawkeye is assigned to Airborne Early Warning Squadron 112. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate

SECURITY PATROL

U.S. Army Spc. Michael Jones, left, and U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Roderick Cooper, prepare for a dismounted patrol outside the Directorate of Information and Culture building in Farah City, Afghanistan, Jan. 30, 2013. Jones and Cooper are assigned to Provincial Reconstruction Team Farah. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Petty Officer Josh Ives

EQUIPMENT MONITOR

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Kaung Han logs meter readings while standing equipment monitor watch aboard the USS Tortuga in the East China Sea, Jan. 30, 2013. The Tortuga is part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Gregory A. Harden II

TOUR OF DUTY

“Maj. Butch”, a therapy dog, concludes her tour interacting with service members in Afghanistan at Bagram Air Field, Feb. 1, 2013. The 85th Medical Detachment is taking over the 219th medical Detachment, Combat Operational Stress Control's missions at the transfer of authority ceremony held at Bagram Air Field. Major Butch is assigned to the 219th Medical Detachment, Combat Operational Stress Control. DOD photo by Maj. Charles Patterson

MAXIMUM IMPACT

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Ryan Hortizuela strikes his sparring partner during security force baton training on Naval Base Kitsap Bangor in Silverdale, Wash., Jan. 30, 2013. Sailors are handpicked by their commands to participate in the three-week training that provides extra security to aid the base in the event of an increased force protection requirement. U.S. Navy photo by Seaman William J. Blees

GALAXY OFFLOAD

U.S. soldiers and airmen offload a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter from a C-5 Galaxy aircraft on Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Feb. 2, 2013. U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Henry Chan

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[The Mayor]

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Beneficial Power
September 12, 2013

Boxing and strong-man competitions have a unique aspect to them. In the events, the athletes compete individually for the purpose of demonstrating their superior strength. It’s like arm wrestling—you do it to prove that you are the strongest person in the room.

One aspect of God’s glory is His almighty power. But how does He show His strength? He doesn’t do it by rearranging the galaxies before our very eyes, changing the color of the sun at a whim, or freezing a lightning bolt as a trophy to His strength. Instead, in His love and compassion for needy people like ourselves, God has chosen to “show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him” (2 Chron. 16:9).

The pattern is consistent throughout Scripture. From the dividing of the Red Sea, to the marvel of manna in the wilderness, to the miraculous virgin birth, and ultimately to the power of the resurrection, our Almighty God has chosen to demonstrate His strength to bless, preserve, and protect His people.

Be assured that He delights in showing Himself strong in the challenges of our life. And when He proves His power on our behalf, let’s remember to give Him the glory!

>Lord, thank You for choosing to expend Your
divine power on the needs of my life. When my
strength is weak, teach me to trust that Your mighty
arm is able to guard, protect, and deliver!

All of God’s promises are backed by His wisdom, love, and power.

Read: 2 Chronicles 16:6-13

The eyes of the Lord run to and fro . . . , to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him. —2 Chronicles 16:9

Bible in a Year:
Proverbs 13-15; 2 Corinthians 5

[ConorMacNessa]

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CHARLESTOWN, Mass. (Jan. 14, 2008) The first major snowfall of the New Year blankets the USS Constitution. Despite the weather "Old Ironsides," remained open for free public tours. At 210 years-old, USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world, manned by 67 active-duty United States Sailors and visited by nearly half a million visitors annually. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Eric Brown (Released)

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS AND OUR BELOVED NATION!!!





Boston, Oct. 21, 2009 - Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Philip Gagnon pipes as USS Constitution performs an underway demonstration in honor of the three-masted wooden frigate's 212th birthday. (U.S. Navy photo by Airman Mark Alexander/Released).
(Click for Bosun’s Whistle)



USS Constitution's 1812 Marine Guard fire vintage Springfield flintlock muskets during the ship's underway. "Old Ironsides" was underway for the "Constitution Day Cruise," which is conducted to thank the family and supporters of Constitution. U.S. Navy photo by Airman Nick Lyman (Released)

OUR TROOPS ROCK!!!!!!!

"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Tanniker Smith]

Good evening, all!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Darn phone calls.....don’t they know I need to post the thread at 5pm?

Hi Guys!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

~ Remembering Our Troops! ~

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Hi Everybody!
((((HUGS))))

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[SkyDancer]

Hi Kathy ~

Seems all is okay now - spiffy!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Permission Granted!

[Kathy in Alaska]

In first....The Mayor grabs the gold!!

[SandRat]

I remember and see the new troops nearly every day.

[ConorMacNessa]

Thanks very much, Kathy!

***HUGS***



Striding up the gangplank as we speak,
rendering Hand Salutes to our National Colors and to the Officer of the Deck!

Thank you very much for tonight's "Remembering Our Troops" thread!

"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Kathy in Alaska]

And 1 second behind....Mac snags the silver!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, TS...a somber day in your city. I thought about you, all of you, a lot today.

[Kathy in Alaska]

And rounding out the top three....TS bags the bronze!!

[AZamericonnie]

Supporting our Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, and Coast Guardsmen
at more than 1,000 places across the U. S. and around the world.

Brad Fletcher - To All Our Mothers Children

Due South - The Good Guys

Perry Nunley - When Freedom Rings

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.

[AZamericonnie]

Thank you Kathy for the thread of our finest.

My heart is with them everyday but this day even more so.

*Hugs*

[ConorMacNessa]

Welcome To All Who Enter This Canteen, To Our Serving Military, To Our Veterans, To All Military Families, To Our FRiends and To Our Allies!



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Never Forget The Brave Men And Women Who Gave Their Lives To Secure Our Freedom!!

"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)