FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops! ~ 18 May 2023

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[Kathy in Alaska]

~ The FReeper Canteen Presents ~

~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~

I Am Here...In The Dark!

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing, Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, undergoes post-flight checks during Fiscal Year 2023 Korea Flight Training at Gwangju AB, ROK, Apr. 26, 2023. KFT 23 is a combined training event focused on tactical execution of combat missions to maintain military readiness and is part of the ROK-U.S. alliance’s routine, annual training program. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Cameron Silver)

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.

Look, Marines!

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121 pose for a photo with Gen. David H. Berger, Commandant of the Marine Corps and Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps during a visit to Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 12, 2023. The Commandant and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited VMFA-121 during their time at MCAS Iwakuni to speak with, recognize Marines, and congratulate the squadron on winning the Marine Corps Aviation Association Fighter/Attack Squadron of The Year award. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler Harmon)

Welcome Home!

Maj. Jenifer Stretch, Air Force deputy of operations for the Vietnam Commemoration, gives Vietnam veterans memorabilia in celebration of the Vietnam “Welcome Home” Ceremony at the National Mall in Washington D.C., May 13, 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daekwon Stith)

Lookie! A Submarine Picture! That is all!

The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Maine (SSBN 741) surfaces to receive a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 462, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, in the Philippine Sea, May 9, 2023. Vertical Replenishments enable naval vessels to quickly receive critical resources without disrupting maritime security operations while underway. III MEF is postured to enable naval expeditionary operations within the first island chain as part of a Stand-in-Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emily Weiss)

A Beautiful Picture of the Coasties!

Crews from Coast Guard Air Station Sitka, Coast Guard Cutter Douglas Denman, Sitka Mountain Rescue, and Sitka Fire Department conducted a week-long search and rescue exercise in Sitka, Alaska, May 9 through May 12, 2023. Crews tackled a series of mini scenarios ranging from lost hunters to an avalanche scenario. The exercise culminated with a mass-casualty event involving multiple agencies responding in concert to a scene with 40 survivors in distress. (U.S. Coast Guard courtesy photo.)

Zzelle aka “Cujo”!

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Victor Henderson, 81st Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, demonstrates a takedown with Zzelle, 81 SFS military working dog, during a demonstration for National Police Week at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 16, 2023. National Police Week offers honor, remembrance and peer support, while allowing law enforcement, survivors and citizens to gather and pay homage to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrew Young)

Future Drill Sergeants!

U.S. Marines with Recruiting Station Milwaukee, host an annual all-hands poolee function at Ft. McCoy, Wisconsin, May 13, 2023. The annual pool function is an opportunity for future Marines to build camaraderie, strengthen their commitment to the Marine Corps, and prepare for recruit training by competing in athletic competitions and receiving military related periods of instruction. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ethan LeBlanc)

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[PROCON]

Goode evening, Kathy, thanks for remembering and honoring our Troops!

[Kathy in Alaska]

~ Remembering Our Troops! ~

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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!

[left that other site]

Hi Everybody!

(((HUGS)))

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Pro...getting warmer?

The snow in my yard IS GONE!! Grass is busy turning green quickly.

[radu]

Howdy, Kathy.

You finally had a pretty day up there after some dreary, windy weather. The sunshine shows the trees and grass are greening up FAST.

Hump Day has arrived and I hope it brings along a breather for you this evening.

[radu]

Howdy, PRO.

Are you choking on smoke up there from all the fires in Canada?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, radu...how is your grass doing?

My snow is ALL gone!! And we have had SUN most all day.

[PROCON]

Hi Kathy, we’re plenty warm and sunny, lovin’ it! All your snow’s gone? Time to bring in the mowing crew soon?

[PROCON]

Hi radu, all the Canadian smoke is on the west side of the Cascade mountains in Seattle and beyond. We're on the eastern side so no smoke, just beautiful clear, sunny weather so far.

How are things your way? Kittehs behavin'?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...any Blue time yet?

Are you and Tippy enjoying your new walking places?

[Kathy in Alaska]

In first....Pro grabs the gold!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

And in second....radu snags the silver!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

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

[radu]

Hey there, Kathy.

YAY, YAY, YAY!!! Your snow is all gone! AT LONG LAST!
And yes, it’s been a gorgeous day up there.

The seaplane pilots were going like gangbusters this morning, keeping the cam operators hoppin’ trying to keep up with all the takeoffs and landings. Then they had to stop because AF1 was coming in to land at Elmendorf. fooey!

I managed to finish up the mowing this afternoon. The grass was still damp when I woke up but the sun came out and it was dry enough by 5:00.
Now I can spend tomorrow recuperating. LOL My poor ol’ back is NOT happy tonight.

[The Mayor]

May 18

Grandmother Research

Bible in a Year:

• 1 Chronicles 4–6
• John 6:1–21

He will take great delight in you.

Zephaniah 3:17

Researchers at Emory University used MRI scans to study the brains of grandmothers. They measured empathetic responses to images that included their own grandchild, their own adult child, and one anonymous child. The study showed that grandmothers have a higher empathy toward their own grandchild than even their own adult child. This is attributed to what they call the “cute factor”—their own grandchild being more “adorable” than the adult.

Before we say, “Well, duh!” we might consider the words of James Rilling, who conducted the study: “If their grandchild is smiling, [the grandmother is] feeling the child’s joy. And if their grandchild is crying, they’re feeling the child’s pain and distress.”

One prophet paints an “MRI image” of God’s feelings as He looks upon His people: “He will take great delight in you; in his love he will . . . rejoice over you with singing” (Zephaniah 3:17). Some translate this to say, “You will make His heart full of joy, and He will sing loudly.” Like an empathetic grandmother, God feels our pain: “In all their distress he too was distressed” (Isaiah 63:9), and He feels our joy: “The Lord takes delight in his people” (Psalm 149:4).

When we feel discouraged, it’s good to remember that God has real feelings for us. He’s not a cold, far away God, but One who loves and delights in us. It’s time to draw close to Him, feel His smile—and listen to His singing.

Reflect & Pray

How have you felt the pleasure of God? How does this make you feel?

Dear God, help me to feel Your smile upon me.

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Riding AND hiking!

It’s been a lovely Spring. :-)

[radu]

Hmmmm, the smoke forecast map online is apparently way off these days. It shows smoke over your area, though not super-thick. I hope that remains the case. No fun choking on smoke. We’ve gone through that too many times over the years. Ugh!