FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops! ~ 28 September 2017

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[Kathy in Alaska]

~ The FReeper Canteen Presents ~

~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~

CRATER LAKE FLYOVER

Pilots assigned to the Thunderbirds, the Air Force's demonstration squadron, fly over Crater Lake, OR, Aug. 29, 2016. The Thunderbirds returned to Nellis Air Force Base, NV, after performing at the Airshow and Warrior Expo at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Boitz

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.

AIRBORNE RIFLES

The Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performs at the Air Force Memorial in Arlington, VA, Aug. 26, 2016, to honor Vietnam War veterans. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joshua L. DeMotts

REPLENISHMENT VIEW

Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Brian Evans maintains an AS-3134/UPX, an antenna system while working aloft during a replenishment involving the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, the USS Monterey and the USNS Arctic in the Persian Gulf, Sept. 2, 2016. The Eisenhower is supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Nathan T. Beard

DAKOTA HOMECOMING

Airmen embrace at Minot Air Force Base, ND, Aug. 29, 2016, after returning from a deployment. Airmen assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing deployed to Andersen Air Force Base in Guam to help provide continuous bomber presence. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class J.T. Armstrong

OSPREY AT NIGHT

A Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey aircraft idles on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer in the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 26, 2016. The Boxer is operating in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. The Osprey is assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael T. Eckelbecker

FLIGHT DECK RUN

Navy chief petty officers and chief petty officer selectees run across the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush in the Atlantic Ocean, Aug. 26, 2016. The aircraft carrier is conducting routine training and qualifications for an upcoming deployment. Navy photo by Seaman Tristan Lotz

WATERY WORK

Service members do pushups under rushing water during an event at Travis Air Force Base, CA, Aug. 26, 2016. The training offers a snapshot of what special operations forces do. Air Force photo by Louis Briscese

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[The Mayor]

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The Day I Couldn’t Pray

September 28, 2017

The Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. Romans 8:26

In November 2015, I learned I needed open-heart surgery. Surprised and a little shaken, I was naturally drawn to think about the possibility of death. Were there relationships I needed to mend? Were there financial matters I needed to attend to for my family? Was there work that could be done ahead of time? And what about work that couldn’t wait; who should I hand that off to? It was a time to both act and pray.

Except I couldn’t do either.

God never leaves the voices of His children unheard.

My body was so weary and my mind so fatigued that even the simplest of tasks seemed beyond my strength. Perhaps most surprising, when I tried to pray, my thoughts would drift to the discomfort, or the shallow breathing caused by the damaged heart made me fall asleep. It was frustrating. I couldn’t work and I couldn’t even ask God to let me live so I could spend more time with my family!

The inability to pray troubled me most. But as with all other human needs, the Creator knew this was happening to me. I would eventually recall He made two preparations for such occurrences: the prayer of the Spirit for us when we can’t pray (Rom. 8:26), and the prayer of others on our behalf (James 5:16; Gal. 6:2).

What a comfort it was to know that the Holy Spirit was even then raising my concerns before the Father. What a gift also to hear from friends and family as they prayed for me. Then came another surprise: As my friends and family asked me what to pray for, it became clear that my answers to them were also being heard by God as prayers. What a gift it is in a time of uncertainty to be reminded God hears our heart even when we think we can’t call out to Him.

God never leaves the voices of His children unheard.

INSIGHT

Anyone who has traveled to a foreign country can understand the value of a good translator. Someone who is familiar with our language and that of the country we are visiting knows how to choose just the right words to communicate clearly.

Have you ever been in a situation so perplexing you didn’t know the right words to use when you prayed? Because of our limited perspective and the distraction of our sinful inclinations we can sometimes struggle with prayer. Yet God the Holy Spirit is our intercessor. He groans with our concerns as He Himself makes our prayers conform to the will of God. It’s a comfort that the Holy Spirit knows our own limitations and weaknesses and translates our requests to God in conformity with His will. 

In what ways does understanding the intercession of the Holy Spirit comfort you when you find it hard to pray?

[Publius]

Well, hi ya, Kathy.

[left that other site]

Hi Everybody!

(((HUGS)))

[Publius]

And (HUGS) to you, too.

[left that other site]

Hi Publius!

How are things around your way? :-)

[Kathy in Alaska]

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

The weekend is lurking.

[lightman]

Stand proud for our troops-—stand up for our National Anthem!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Publius....are you excited? Packing yet?

[Publius]

Cleaning my current place. Movers come Friday morning. Expect to be in Scottsdale by Monday morning. Start work on Wednesday.

[Publius]

Packing and cleaning my place for turnover. Movers come Friday, and I’ll be in Scottsdale by Monday morning. Start work on Wednesday.

[mountainlion]

I expect to see snow on the hills in the morning. Long’s Peak is white. That was quick.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hiya, ML...((HUGS))...any terrific explorations today? Pub night lately?

[left that other site]

Oh My...that was fast.

Kind of like when I moved from Florida to massachusetts with less than a wekk’s preparation.

Godspeed, Dear FRiend. Let us know when you are settled in! ;-)

[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).



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!!!!!!!

[PROCON]

Congratulations on your redeployment!

No more snow and less rain!

[PROCON]

Thanks so much Kathy!

[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

To all our military men and women, past and present,

THANK YOU
for your service!

[left that other site]

Indeed...Tuesday is always pub Night, unless I am really really sick or dead. LOL!

It was a good one. A friend from St. Maartin was there (whom I was praying earnestly for during Irma) and she reported that her entire family was able to catch a boat off the island just before the storm hit. Lots of property damage, but everybody is safe, Thank God.

Penny and I have explored a few new places, and then some of our favorites along the North River. It has been almost too hot for hiking, but it is supposed to cool off tonight.

[radu]

Howdy, Kathy.

I hope you managed to survive H*** Week at work with at least a few strands of hair left on your head. LOL! You must have had a load of homework last night. Ready to sit back and catch your breath? :-)