FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops! ~ 20 April 2023

Serving The Best Troops and Veterans In The World !! | The Canteen Crew and FRiend

[Kathy in Alaska]

~ The FReeper Canteen Presents ~

~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~

K-Pow!”

(April 7, 2023) – Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Aircraft Handling) 1st Class Paul Salame, from Detroit, assigned to amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) applies a mechanical advantage control hold during a non-lethal weapons certification April 7. Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault carrier homeported in San Diego. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Maci Sternod)

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.

Wow! Beautiful!

U.S. Air Force Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, stack together during a flyover in formation over the crowd at the Point Mugu Air Show March 18 at Naval Base Ventura County in California. (U.S Navy Photo by Dana Rene White/Released)

So Cool!!

Two F-22 Raptors perform a flyover and air demonstration during noon meal formation at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., April 12, 2023. Events such as these aim to cultivate warrior ethos, a future-focused mindset, and supplement existing character, leadership, and officer development efforts with the cadets. (U.S Air Force Photo by Trevor Cokley)

So Cool!

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, in F-18 Super Hornet jets sharply maneuver away from one another after approaching show center in a tight formation during the Point Mugu Air Show on March 18 at Naval Base Ventura County in California. (U.S. Navy Photo by Dana Rene White/Released)

Woah!

Airman 1st Class Morgan Nguyen, a weapons loader assigned to the 149th Fighter Wing, Air National Guard, loads 20 millimeter ammunition into the F-16 Fighting Falcon during Coronet Cactus at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Mar. 31, 2023. Coronet Cactus is an annual training event that takes members of the 149th Fighter Wing, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, to Phoenix to participate in a simulated deployment exercise. (Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Derek Davis)

Easter Bunny Love…

A family poses with a mascot for a photo during the Headquarters Battalion Spring Egg-stravaganza, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, April 7, 2023. The event was held to provide Marines, Sailors, and their families with an opportunity to participate in spring activities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brandon Aultman)

Drink Up…

A volunteer drinks water during a weed warriors event hosted by the Environmental Compliance and Protection Division, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, April 8, 2023. The ECPD held the event in an effort to remove invasive plant species and debris from the Nu‘upia Ponds wetlands wildlife management area. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Tofteroo)

Please remember that The Canteen is here to support
and entertain our troops and veterans and their families,
and is family friendly.

[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

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

THANK YOU
for your service!

[radu]

Howdy, Kathy.

Any semblance of sanity left?

[PROCON]

Thanks for remembering and honoring our Troops, Kathy!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, radu...hope your day has gone well and drying continues for the farmers.

Sun has been out most of the day. It sure was nice waking up to daylight and sunshine. Still below freezing at night, tho.

[SkyDancer]

~ 18 Year Anniversary Month ~

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~ Welcome To My World ~

I’m Down There Somewhere

[lightman]

Thank those serving.
Honor those who served.
NEVER forget the fallen!

[radu]

Hey there, Kathy.

Yes, the day’s gone well. I managed to get the last of the mowing done and the place looks civilized now. LOL
I’ll go easy tomorrow to rest my back so I’ll be ready for museum time Friday. It’s a little cranky this evening.

It’s been a very pretty day up there today. It’s been nice to see sunshine up there lately after days of gloomy, snowy weather. And bare ground! Haven’t seen that in months.

Are your ice dams almost gone now?

[The Mayor]

April 20

Pressing On in Jesus

Bible in a Year:

• 2 Samuel 9–11
• Luke 15:11–32

Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on.

Philippians 3:13–14

On a run in the forest, I tried to find a shortcut and went down an unfamiliar path. Wondering if I was lost, I asked a runner coming the other way if I was on the right track.

“Yup,” he replied confidently. Seeing my doubtful look, he quickly added: “Don’t worry, I’ve tried all the wrong routes! But that’s okay, it’s all part of the run.”

What an apt description of my spiritual journey! How many times have I strayed from God, given in to temptation, and been distracted by the things of life? Yet God has forgiven me each time and helped me to move on—knowing I will certainly stumble again. God knows our tendency to go down the wrong path. But He’s always ready to forgive, again and again, if we confess our sins and allow His Spirit to transform us.

Paul too knew this was all part of the faith journey. Fully aware of his sinful past and current weaknesses, he knew he had yet to obtain the Christlike perfection he desired (Philippians 3:12). “But one thing I do,” he added, “forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on” (vv. 13–14). Stumbling is part of our walk with God: it’s through our mistakes that He refines us. His grace enables us to press on, as forgiven children. .

Reflect & Pray

What mistakes can you confess to God today? How can His assurance of forgiveness help you to press on in your walk of faith?

Thank You, God, for Your mercy. Help me to lead a life that pleases You, knowing that Your Spirit is working in me to transform me into Your Son’s likeness.

Explore classes to help you grow on your spiritual journey.

[luvie]

NEVER forget them!
They live their lives for US!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hectic morning, but settled down in the afternoon and payroll/checks completed for this week.

Now the clean up and late stuff.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[radu]

Howdy, luvie.

Was it another toasty day or were you lucky enough they blew the forecast?
Pretty warm here but the wind was blowing pretty hard. That kept it barely comfy enough to mow, but was I ever covered in grass when finished. LOL

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Pro...they must be remembered!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Janey...((HUGS))...and happy 18th FR anniversary!!

Any trips on the agenda?

[luvie]

Hey there, radu!

Were you a chia pet again today? LOL! Are you close to being done with that humongous lawn? Bet it’s looking gorgeous with all the rain you’ve had this spring!

It was hot again. 91 and uncomfortable. And windy. The wind was no help. Tomorrow will be mid-80s, for which I’ll be grateful!

[radu]

If it calmed down this afternoon, that’s pretty good compared to the past couple of pay weeks. Still no fun. It’ll be nice if you can get the clean up and late stuff done at a reasonable hour tonight.

[Kathy in Alaska]

radu!!

1st!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Pro!!

2nd!!

[radu]

LOL! Definitely a Chia Pet again today, more so than yesterday.
Yes, I’m done with the yard and all mowing for the week. After this weekend’s rain, I’ll need to do it all over again next week.

Ugh! Sorry it broke 90 again. At least you have a little cool-down to look forward to tomorrow.

We’ll have 80s again tomorrow, the our cool-down begins and goes through the weekend.