FReeper Canteen ~ Just Hangin' Cafe ~ 4 July 2014

July 3, 2104 | Canteen Crew

[beachn4fun]

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT

Showing support and boosting the morale
of our military and our allied military
and the family members of the above.
Honoring those who have served before.

FReeper Canteen
Just Hangin' Cafe

Come on in, we're open
Need a place just to hang out?
This is it.

We serve coffee, tea, conversation
and music.

Our AWESOME military,
our AWESOME allies,
and their families are welcomed
and honored here.

We serve coffee and tea and conversation.

No worries in the FReeper Canteen
Just Hangin' Cafe.
Grab a cup and start a conversation.

You never know who you might meet in the Cafe.
Glad you could join us.
Enjoy your stay.

Remember, the Canteen is a family friendly place.
We welcome the military, our allies, and their families.
Continued prayers for the success and completion of your mission.
Prayers for your safe return home.

[beachn4fun]

I'll be hangin' for a little while.

[ConorMacNessa]

REQUEST PERMISSION TO COME ABOARD



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)

[beachn4fun]

PING~A~LING Y’ALL

[beachn4fun]

Good evening and Happy Independence (almost) Day, CMN ((HUGS))

[ConorMacNessa]

Good evening, Beachy!

***HUGS***



It's great to see you this evening! Thanks very much for tonight’s Just Hangin' Cafe 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)

[luvie]

Well, there ya are! Are you having a good holiday weekend so far?

[Soaring Feather]

Happy 4th of July!

Here’s a poem I wrote some years ago, it has nothing to do with July 4th, however here goes.

Captain Heart

A lavender gown faded tattered
hung in the closet
a faint aroma of lavender
drifted from the old garment

She stood at midnight
moonlight beaming in
through the window
her silky silhouette tall, lean,
beauty, in lavender lace

Bone China face
hands of a fragile woman

opulent riches surround
her frame while she

celebrates the ceremony
meant for two

two glasses
lavender roses
dinner in chambers
midnight love

Moving with the grace
of a fragile butterfly
her movements
synchronized with

full moon waxing yellow glow
toward a shadowy figure
emerging from a black recess

the Captain of her heart
symphony of exquisite rhapsody
of love
candlelight and moonbeams
Captain of Her Heart

Soaring Feather
03/22/03

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, beachy, and thank you for today's Just Hangin' Cafe.

[PROCON]

Hiiya Beachie! My most memorable July 4th happened in 1976, our Bicentenial. I was in the Army in Bamberg Germany and our unit was responsible for guard duty of our ammunition depot. So me and my fellow soldiers walked the perimeter of the depot, wishing we were back on base celebrating the 4th of July with the rest of our buddies. Hey, someone had to do it :-) How’s the mini vacation going?

[beachn4fun]

Thanks for the lovely view.

What are your plans for tomorrow?

[Kathy in Alaska]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA!!

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[beachn4fun]

Good evening and Happy Independence (almost) Day, Luvy.

We had some rain finally, and now the evening is cooler.

What are your plans for tomorrow?

[beachn4fun]

Good evening and Happy Independence (almost) Day, Ms. Feather.
Thanks for sharing the poem.

Got plans for tomorrow?

[luvie]

We had rain, too....over 1/2”! I’m so happy. Took a short video. It’s on FB. I can’t transfer it when on my iPad.

No plans tomorrow. I have to work part of it and I think my MIL will be here sometimes this weekend.

[beachn4fun]

Good evening and Happy Independence (almost) Day, Ma ((HUGS))

What are your plans for tomorrow?

[luvie]

Thanks for the pretty ribbon. I thought I was running late!:)

[NormsRevenge]

The Order of the Day for July 4th at our house.

Quiet contemplation.
Walk the dogs.
Eat, drink, watch a race
Walk the dogs.
Eat, drink some more beer
The dogs walk me.
Yada yada yada
Wifey walks the dogs
Fireworks OOOooo....
Walk the dogs? What dogs?
ZZZzzzZZZ

God Bless all those who serve and served and support our troops and families!!!

Semper Fi!

[The Mayor]

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Dependence Day
July 4, 2014

Read: John 15:1-13

I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. —John 15:5

Bible in a Year:
Job 28-29; Acts 13:1-25

In the US, the Fourth of July is a national holiday when outdoor grills are heated up; beaches are packed; and cities and towns have parades and fireworks displays, picnics, and patriotic celebrations. All of this is in remembrance of July 4, 1776, when the 13 American colonies declared their independence.

Independence appeals to all ages. It means “freedom from the control, influence, support, and aid of others.” So it’s not surprising that teenagers talk about gaining their independence. Many adults have the goal of being “independently wealthy.” And senior citizens want to maintain their independence. Whether anyone is ever truly independent is a discussion for another time and place—but it sounds good.

Craving political or personal independence is one thing; daring to pursue spiritual independence is problematic. What we need instead is a recognition and acceptance of our deep spiritual dependence. Jesus said, “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing” (John 15:5).

Far from being self-reliant, we are totally and eternally dependent on the One who died to set us free. Every day is our “dependence day.”

I need Thee every hour, most gracious Lord;
No tender voice like Thine can peace afford.
I need Thee, O I need Thee; every hour I need Thee!
O bless me now, my Savior, I come to Thee. —Hawks/Lowry

Our greatest strength comes from dependence on our strong God.

Insight

There are two sides to the word picture of Jesus and His followers as a vine and branches. On the one side, His followers, the branches, are totally dependent on Him, the vine. But as the vine, He freely and generously supplies what we need to bear fruit.

[beachn4fun]

Good evening and Happy Independence (almost) Day, Pro ((HUGS))

Thank you for standing guard in Bamberg, Germany so we could enjoy the 4th here at home.

The mini-vacation is going good.
Got a lot done in the short time.
Now the next few days are R&R.

How was your trip north?
What are your plans for tomorrow?

[Soaring Feather]

Hanging around home far as I know. My daughter has the porch decorated with our Stars and Strips Bunting.
The unique event is the Humming Bird flies straight for the red strip of the Bunting.