FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops! ~ 15 December 2022

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~

Feed Us!!”

PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 12, 2022) U.S. Navy Culinary Specialist Seaman Recruit John Patrick, from Maui, Hawaii, prepares blackened catfish in the galley of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52). Bunker Hill, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is currently underway conducting routine operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jordan Jennings)

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Marines Doing Marines Stuff!

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Derrick Burke, a rifleman with 3d Battalion, 4th Marines, rock climbs during Korea Marine Exercise Program (KMEP) 23.1 at Camp Mujuk, Republic of Korea, Dec. 3. KMEP is conducted routinely to maintain the trust, proficiency, and readiness of the ROK-U.S. Alliance. 3d Battalion, 4th Marines is forward deployed in the Indo-Pacific under 4th Marines, 3d Marine Division as part of the Unit Deployment Program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Taggart)

Welcome To The USMC!!

U.S. Marine Corps recruits with Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, receive a brief on the uniform code of military justice at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, Dec. 12, 2022. Recruits were checked for contraband, given haircuts, made phone calls home, and issued gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Julian Elliott-Drouin)

Our Military Helping Around The World!!!

Philippine city officials, service members with the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippines National Police, Philippines Coast Guard Auxiliary, and U.S. Special Operations Task Force 511.2 participate in a flood cleanup at Barangay Santa Maria in Zamboanga, Philippines, Nov. 13, 2022. Personnel from multiple organizations supported the flood cleanup by providing waste trucks, water, and lunch for children in the community. Our continued, face-to-face interactions with allies and partners are the foundation of our bilateral relationships, creating confidence in the region that we are going to be there when times are good, but also when times are bad. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Liliana Navarro)

Washing Down The Ship!

TOKYO BAY (Dec. 11, 2022) - Sailors aboard U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) check the sprinklers on the weather deck during countermeasure wash down, Dec. 11, 2022. The ship has successfully completed an 18-month-long Selected Restricted Availability (SRA) receiving various upgrades and repairs that enhance the ship’s lifecyle and maintain her operational readiness. Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Charlotte Duran)

Swimming USMC Style!!!

Recruits with Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct basic swim qualification aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, SC, Dec. 12, 2022. Basic swim qualification consists of a 25 meter swim, tower jump into the water, four minute tread, 25 meter pack swim, and an underwater gear shed. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Trent A. Henry)

USMC: Toys For Tots!!

U.S. Marines with Marine Forces Reserve volunteer at a Toys for Tots distribution event at Believer’s Life Family Church, Gretna, Louisiana, Dec. 11, 2022. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. The Toys for Tots program aims to provide happiness and hope to disadvantaged children through the gift of a new toy during the holiday season. The toys, books and other gifts collected and distributed by Marines and Toys for Tots Foundation offer these children recognition and a positive memory that can last a lifetime. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Samwel Tabancay)

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Hi everybody!

(((HUGS)))

[Kathy in Alaska]

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[Sarcazmo]

I was on the Blueridge and remember thinking it appeared to be made of paint!

I did not know it was the oldest ship in the fleet!

[MoochPooch]

Hi Kathy! Love the pics, as usual.

[Jet Jaguar]

Bump

[PROCON]

Thanks for tonight’s Canteen and remembering and honoring our Troops, Kathy!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...have you and Tippy had any snow yet?

A new storm is coming in here tonight. I’m tired of back-to-back storms dumping a couple of feet at a time. We don’t usually get this much snow at a time.

[Laslo Fripp]

The catfish isn’t blackened yet, and I maintain that the USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) is the SECOND oldest operational ship in the Navy.

Old Ironsides is very much operational, IMO.

Semper Fi

[Kathy in Alaska]

And we thank you for your service to our country.

[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Thursday,
December 15, 2022

Friends for Life

Read: 1 Samuel 20:26–34

[Jonathan] was grieved at his father’s shameful treatment of David. 1 Samuel 20:34

William Cowper (1731–1800), the English poet, found a friend in his pastor, John Newton (1725–1807), the former slave trader. Cowper suffered from depression and anxiety, attempting to die by suicide more than once. When Newton visited him, they’d go on long walks together and talk about God. Thinking that Cowper would benefit from engaging creatively and having a reason to write his poetry, the minister had the idea to compile a hymnal. Cowper contributed many songs, including “God Moves in a Mysterious Way.” When Newton moved to another church, he and Cowper remained strong friends and corresponded regularly for the rest of Cowper’s life.

I see parallels between the strong friendship of Cowper and Newton with that of David and Jonathan in the Old Testament. After David defeated Goliath, “Jonathan became one in spirit with David,” loving him as himself (1 Samuel 18:1). Although Jonathan was the son of King Saul, he defended David against the king’s jealousy and anger, asking his father why David should be put to death. In response, “Saul hurled his spear at him to kill him” (20:33). Jonathan dodged the weapon and was grieved at this shameful treatment of his friend (v. 34).

For both sets of friends, their bond was life-giving as they spurred each other on to serve and love God. How might you similarly encourage a friend today? — Amy Boucher Pye

What role does friendship play in your sense of well-being? How could you show God’s love to someone and build them up?

Jesus, help me to enjoy Your friendship and fellowship.

Bible in a year: Amos 1–3; Revelation 6

[Sarcazmo]

Thanks so much Kathy, that was very thoughtful!

I was an Army guy on a Navy ship. It was pretty weird! But as a command ship, probably not that weird for them.

Although is was just me and a whole bunch of them!! XD XD

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mooch...glad you enjoy them. Have you had any snow yet?

We are entering a third storm in a week. The first dumped more than 2 feet at my house, then close to 20”, and now they are saying more than another foot. We don’t usually get so much at one time.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[luvie]

God Bless Our Brave Troops!

[SkyDancer]

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[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

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

THANK YOU
for your service!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, JJ...((HUGS))

You’re missing some huge storms this past week. Lots and lots of snow!!!

How is your weather?

[radu]

Howdy, Kathy.

Hump Day is finally here! I hope you’re getting a breather tonight.

Is it EVER going to stop snowing up there???????

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Pro...important we remember.

Hope you are another day better.