USO Canteen FReeper Style....... Saturday 01-26-02

Graphics and Layout by Billie and Written by Snow Bunny

[Snow Bunny]

USO Canteen Freeper Style

War has come to our shores. It was committed on American soil.  We have been able to live in Freedom only because of those who have fought in the past wars giving life, limb and all the sacrifices for us to live in Freedom and go about our day without fear.

On September 11, 2001, that comfort, that feeling of living in a land that would not be attacked ended.

William T. Sherman said it succinctly, "War is hell."

The day has come for this Nation and its people to understand that there is a risk in losing its freedom, and in reality there always has been. We have ONLY stayed free because of the sacrifices of our military, our warriors.

This is about saving the future of America. Aristotle said, "We make war that we may live in peace."

We are seeing the American Flag flying at homes now more than ever in my lifetime. We are seeing the American Flag flying on vehicles and people wearing Flag pins and small Flags on their clothes. America is united in the cause for Freedom and for our country to WIN against the evil that came upon our land to kill and hurt us. To change our way of life and to destroy America which is US, you and me. To take away our precious Freedom.

This is the Freeper version of the USO Canteen. Where soldiers could come and feel a small part of being at home. It is a place where you that have family in the military can post a thought to a loved one that might be able to read it far away from home. A place where we that support our military can help support them, post to them, fun graphics showing the price in America and our troops. Poems, quotes, cartoons, or articles of how America is behind our troops.

Those in our military are our Nation's warriors. Let us join hands, fly our Flag and let the world know how important our warriors are to us....And that our MILITARY, our Warriors, are America's TRUE HEROS!

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"No Marine was ever honored for what they received. Honor was the reward for what they gave." (Anonymous) CHIEF gave his all in many ways. He touched our lives and his friendship meant so much to all of us. He will live in our hearts forever, and his friendship will always be a bright and shining memory in our hearts and souls.

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[JulieRNR21]

Beautiful graphic in #11....well, I finally made it to the Canteen in time for morning coffee!

To our brave troops fighting terrorism......we are with you in spirit & prayer......
"Stormin' Norma'......

[Aquamarine]

I think you two deserve a hug.

Big (hug)

[Norb2569]

Thanks for the heads up, Tonkin.

Please visit this thread. Mourners for female Marine

I heard on FOXNEWS this morning that her family's home in Gary, Indiana, was ransacked during her funeral.

I hope the PD gets on this with a vengeance!!

May she rest in peace.

Norb

[Angelique]

Beautiful poem. I have copied and pasted it in my collection. Now for some more humor today:

God's Kids

Whenever your kids are out of control, you can take comfort in the thought that even God's omnipotence did not extend to God's kids. After creating heaven and earth, God created Adam and Eve. And the first thing said to them was:

"Don't."

"Don't what?" Adam replied.

"Don't eat the forbidden fruit," God said.

"Forbidden fruit? We got forbidden fruit? Hey, Eve...we got Forbidden fruit!"

"No way!"

"Yes WAY!"

"Don't eat that fruit!" said God.

"Why?"

"Because I'm your Creator and I said so!" said God, wondering why he hadn't stopped after making elephants. Just a few minutes later God saw the kids taking an apple break and was angry.

"Didn't I tell you not to eat that fruit?" the First Parent asked.

"Un huh," Adam replied.

"Then why did you?"

"I dunno," Eve answered.

"She started it!" Adam said. "Did not!" "Did so!" "DID NOT!"

Having had it with the two of them, God's punishment was that Adam and Eve should have children of their own. Thus the pattern was set and it has never changed, though there is reassurance in this story. If you have persistently and lovingly tried to give children wisdom and they haven't taken it don't be hard on Yourself. If God had trouble handling children, what makes you think it would be a piece of cake for you?

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[Aeronaut]

Hey Aeronaut, you talk about heat wave, we hit 61 yesterday, and 55-60 today, this is NUTS!!!

We're scheduled for a dose of reality about Wednesday. Highs in the single digits, lows about -5. Bring it on!

[Angelique]

Great job LBGA! Maybe you should add:

Consider yourself at home
Consider yourself part of the family

[Billie]

I absolutely LOVE what you've done and what you're doing to the picture - I don't think I'm going to do a THING to or with it. I notice the addition of Tonks picture framed on the table beside me. This graphic is so special, Lynn. I could never change it.

[Angelique]

I love your graphic...here is a poem to accompany it, Bunny

FREEDOM FLIES IN YOUR HEART LIKE AN EAGLE

Dusty old helmet, rusty old gun,
They sit in the corner and wait -
Two souvenirs of the Second World War
That have withstood the time, and the hate.

Mute witness to a time of much trouble.
Where kill or be killed was the law -
Were these implements used with high honor?
What was the glory they saw?

Many times I've wanted to ask them -
And now that we're here all alone,
Relics all three of a long ago war -
Where has freedom gone?

Freedom flies in your heart like an eagle.
Let it soar with the winds high above
Among the spirits of soldiers now sleeping,
Guard it with care and with love.

I salute my old friends in the corner,
I agree with all they have said -
And if the moment of truth comes tomorrow,
I'll be free, or By God, I'll be dead!

--Audie Leon Murphy

[Diver Dave]

Mornin' everyone. Saturday is FReep day so I'll be in and out but wanted to say 'Howdy.'

Here's lookin' atcha Billie and Thanks.

[Angelique]

Ooooops Forgot to flag you #68

[Diver Dave]

The following letter appears in today's Modesto Bee - Letters to the Editor section.

I don't know this young lady, but I sure am proud of her.

Thanks for the support

I graduated from Davis High School on June 14. On July 2, the second anniversary of my residence in Salida, I left home for Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, for Air Force basic training.

I came back for recruiter's assistance on Oct. 30, returning for the first time since the horrible Sept. 11 tragedy. When I got back to the Modesto area, I couldn't help but notice and be surprised by how well the community seemed to have taken pride in the United States and how interested and grateful people all were toward those who serve in our armed forces.

I saw the U.S. flag everywhere! It was beautiful. It brought tears to my eyes. When I was in uniform, strangers came up to me and introduced themselves to me, thanking me for serving in the military and wishing me good luck in the future and in life!

Visiting home and having met those people made me realize exactly how proud I am to be in the Air Force. I'd really like to thank everyone in Modesto and Salida for bringing me to this realization. I'd also like to tell them to keep up the great work in sticking together as a community. I'm very proud and happy to be able to serve you all in the world's greatest Air Force.

[Diver Dave]

Mornin' Tonk. I got an e-mail overnight from a couple of sailors aboard the Vella Gulf responding to a "Any Sailor" message sent.

One more testimony that the messages we send are read and appreciated.

Keep those cards and letters coming folks!

[SAMWolf]

Morning All.

Pause for a moment, to remember the family,
Who for liberty, freedom and our security,
Endure many a hardship and separation.
Which serve to bond them closer to their Nation.

These bonds are true, no mere artifice.
Which is the measure of their sacrifice.
Engendered by a love for their country.
If you don't believe, ask Mrs. Bixby.

Remember them … mothers, wives, children, all.
Their loved one's gone when they hear the call.
These silent patriots, yet they're always there.
So for the military family say a prayer.

by Marine Corps CWO3 C J Lee, Twentynine Palms, Calif.

[Snow Bunny]

OH LBGA, lookie there is a picture of our wonderful Tonkin !

I LOVE it !!!!!!!

I am smiling so big!!!

Thank you so much LBGA. The Picture feels just like a person had walked into the room and Billie and I were just sitting there laughing and talking and others are coming in to join us.
like..."Hi , come on in , we are in the living room".....

That is so cute with the framed pictured of Tonkin, it is how my studio here is with framed pictures of FReepers from the FReeper Photo Album you do LBGA. I love it so much.

Thank you.((( hug ))))

[FReethesheeples]

Bumpity.

A MOST attractive room!

[Snow Bunny]

Thank you dansangel amd . 45MAN so much. Thank you too for the prayer !!

I love the picture of Tony. I left off the last name to keep it a little more private just in case. I know some of those serving have to be careful especially now in this war. I just love the picture!!!

Thank you and Tony for all you do.

((((((( hug ))))))))

[Snow Bunny]

Good morning, thank you for the " Sweet Wishes" post, I love it whoever.

[Snow Bunny]

Good morning Aeronaut, it is a beautiful day here.I hope you have a fun and wonderful Saturday.

:)

[Snow Bunny]

Hi Joe, thank you.And please thank your brother too.
Excellent photos of what happened!!!!! I am so very proud of our troops I could just burst !

Good to see you Joe and have a fantastic day my friend.It is always so nice to see you Joe !!

[Snow Bunny]

Thank you soooooooo much dear brother !!!!

(((((( hug ))))