FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops! ~ 20 July 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!! ~

Don't Get Too Close!

PHILIPPINE SEA (July 9, 2023) – Master Chief Fire Control Technician Frank Cook, chief of the boat of the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Jefferson City (SSN 759), opens a torpedo tube during a family day cruise aboard the ship, July 9. The cruise provided guests with a unique opportunity to observe routine operations of a Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine. Jefferson City is capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance reconnaissance. Jefferson City is one of multiple submarines assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 15. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nikita Custer)

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.

Ice Cream Social On The High Seas!

Sailors assigned to the world’s largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), participate in an ice cream social hosted by morale, wellness and recreation (MWR) in the aft galley, July 14, 2023. Ford is the U.S. Navy’s newest and most advanced aircraft carrier, representing a generational leap in the U.S. Navy’s capacity to project power on a global scale. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nolan Pennington)

Not Everyone Gets To Have Ice Cream Socials! Ooh Rah!!

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jack Barrera, a combat engineer with 4th Combat Engineer Battalion, 4th Marine Division, clears an obstacle while conducting an in-stride mechanical breach during the execution of the combat engineers final exercise with the Peruvian marines from the Batallòn de Ingeniería de Infantería de Marina at the Salinas training range in support of Resolute Sentinel 23 in Peru, July 10, 2023. Resolute Sentinel improves readiness of U.S. and partner nation military and interagency personnel through joint defense interoperability training, engineering projects and knowledge exchanges to improve regional stability and meet complex global challenges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Allison Bak)

Move Over, Joey Chesnut! You’ve Got Competition!

A hotdog eating contest takes place during the Liberty Fest event at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 4, 2023. The event included multiple live performances, a hotdog eating contest, and prize giveaways to celebrate America’s Independence Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Thomas Sjoberg)

Never Forget

White flowers are placed on a table in front of the Osan Jukmiryeong memorial tower during the 70th anniversary of the Republic of Korea and U.S. alliance and Armistice Agreement at Osan Jukmiryeong Peace Park, Republic of Korea, July 5, 2023. During the Battle of Osan Jukmiryeong, approximately 180 out of 540 U.S. troops were either killed, imprisoned or missing in action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)

OOPS!

Containment boom limits diesel discharge from a partially sunken tugboat in Florence, Alabama, July 17, 2023. The Coast Guard and partner agencies responded to the fuel discharge, which has a maximum potential spill of 2,500 gallons. (U.S. Coast Guard photo, courtesy Marine Safety Detachment Nashville)

Freedom On Display!

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” #1-4 fly F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft in a formation above the McChord Field flightline while performing during the Joint Base Lewis-McChord Airshow and Warrior Expo at JBLM, Washington, July 16, 2023. The mission of the JAWE is to foster goodwill to educate and familiarize attendees with the people, mission, and equipment of the Air Force, Army, and other Armed Services while continuing to provide installation-wide mission support. The Thunderbirds were one of the JAWE’s premier acts and were joined by aerial demonstrations from the C-17 West Coast Demonstration Team, Tora! Tora! Tora! and many more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Williams)

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

[Kathy in Alaska]

Here’s hoping “they” are right!!

[radu]

Howdy, luvie.

We never forget them.

I hope your day wasn’t as boring as mine. The big “excitement”? Gassing up the car so it’s ready to roll this weekend. LOL

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mooch...is your storming and flooding over now?

Stay safe and dry!

[radu]

My fingers are crossed for luck!

I hope you’re getting the nice, steady rainfall they’re getting at the airports. Heavy enough to do some good but light enough to all soak in.

[The Mayor]

July 20

Putting on Humility

Bible in a Year:

• Psalms 26–28
• Acts 22

[Jesus] took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being.

Philippians 2:7 nlt

The CEO of a frozen treats franchise went undercover on the television series Undercover Boss, donning a cashier’s uniform. Working at one of the franchise’s stores, her wig and makeup disguised her identity as she became the “new” employee. Her goal was to see how things were really working from the inside and on the ground. Based on her observations, she was able to solve some of the issues the store was facing.

Jesus took on a “humble position” (Philippians 2:7 nlt) to solve our issues. He became human—walking the earth, teaching us about God, and ultimately dying on a cross for our sins (v. 8). This sacrifice exposed Christ’s humility as He obediently gave His life as our sin offering. He walked the earth as a man and experienced what we experience—from ground level.

As believers in Jesus, we’re called to have the “same attitude” as our Savior especially in our relationships with other believers (v. 5 nlt). God helps us to clothe ourselves in humility (v. 3) and adopt the mindset of Christ (v. 5). He prompts us to live as servants ready to meet others’ needs and willing to lend a helping hand. As God leads us to humbly love others, we’re in a better position to serve them and to compassionately seek solutions to the issues they face. Reflect & Pray

How can you lovingly address the needs and issues others are facing? What does it mean for you to live out the humility of Jesus?

Holy God, thank You for the sacrifice of Jesus for me. Please give me the mindset of Christ as I humbly serve my brothers and sisters.

[luvie]

Hey there, radu!

I guess my day was boring. Hard to tell. Most of my days are about the same. I do what I want, when I want. And then take a nap. LOL! Today we had mid-week bible class, so there was that.

Gassing up the car is no fun. But it does get you out of the house for a bit. I know you’re looking forward to the weekend. Hope the weather cooperates so you have lots of fun guests at the museum.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, luvie...we will never forget them. The USA is here because of those sacrifices. Now we just need to keep it together against those that would destroy us.

[luvie]

We will have to be strong and loud to win against the people who hate us. Not the time to be passive. Though there is just so much one “senior citizen” can do. It’s really frustrating.

[radu]

That was a good reason to get out of the house for a bit.

I gas up the car every week, even though it’s far from empty each time. It isn’t as painful that way. LOL It’s a big car with a big engine and a big gas tank.

It’s supposed to be wet again Friday as a cold front moves through, then dry over the weekend. Not much of a cool-down since we’ll still have high 80s but it won’t be as muggy. I hope it brings people out.

[luvie]

That weather sounds great for mid-summer. I’d take it in a heartbeat. This is the time of year when time stops. Too darn hot and we know it’s going to last for several more months.

I hope you get another nice long rain on Friday...in spite of the fact that you’ll have to drive in it. That way maybe the farmers can relax a bit.

It’s 90 here right now and 70 there. Do you know how much I’d LOVE 70 degrees??? LOL! Muggy or not! :)

[Kathy in Alaska]

That it is...frustrating for sure.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Finally some drops are finding their way into my rain gauge. I’ll check in a couple hours.

[Kathy in Alaska]

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

We made it through hump day, now on to the weekend!

[radu]

Yeah, the weekend’s weather won’t be bad at all for this time of year. It’ll be short-lived, though, since we’ll be back in the 90s next week.

I don’t know that we’ll have long rainfall. It’s just in the forecast and we’ll take what we can get.

It’s a clammy 70 here and not pleasant for sitting outside. Also, I think the rain has awakened the mold, based on how my sinuses react if I step outside. Now through August is mold spore season and it can be rough. When it ends, the ragweed kicks in. LOL This is a bad area for allergy sufferers but I wouldn’t live anywhere else. I HAVE lived elsewhere but I came back and am here to stay.

[radu]

That band of rain finally moved enough to the west that it should give you rain for a while. The showers are moving north to south, kinda like what moved through here earlier today. Light showers but they add up.

[E.G.C.]

A very pleasant good Thursday morning and ((HUGS)) to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country.

Yesterday at Wichita Ridge:

He also got to meet his BFF Ringo at the vet yesterday.

How's everyone doing this morning?

[luvie]

There are always the good things about “home” that outweigh the bad. I wish I could find them here. LOL! Enjoy the comfortable weather while it’s there. It helps to renew the energy that the heat saps.

[radu]

Howdy, E.G.C. ((HUGZ))

It looks like Gizmo had a great day yesterday. Got to see his BFF, Ringo, dragged you all over the place, and found a smelly spot to roll in. LOL

[radu]

I will say I miss living in NC. Pretty much the same weather but it’s a short drive to the ocean. I miss that part.

But I love the farm and have no desire to leave.

Upper 80s might be comfortable to you but that’s still mighty hot to me. It’s outside my comfort zone. I’m a wimp. LOL

[luvie]

Nah, you aren’t a wimp. It’s all what you’re used to. I’d simply die in that humidity. It’s like drowning in hot water. LOL! So that’s how I’m a wimp.

Guess I’d better finish this show and get some sleep. Didn’t get much of a nap this afternoon. Oh, poor me. 🤣 See ya again Saturday night. I hope you have a very fun weekend!