USO Canteen FReeper Style....Liberty R&R to Arizona.... July 27,2002

FRiends of the USO Canteen FReeper Style and Snow Bunny

[Snow Bunny]

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If you know a Veteran, someone in your family,
friend of the family, neighbor, who served their
country, take a brief moment of your day to thank them.
Thank them for the sacrifice they made
for the better good of their country.

We at Free Republic, and the USO Canteen FReeper Style,
are thankful for every service member
in our military, who has served our great nation.

So, to the men and women who answered the call,
in both times of war and peace, thank you.

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Message from Snow Bunny to all those who visit the Canteen.

This is how I think of the USO Canteen Freeper Style.
It is like a cottage down a road,
a place where a weary veteran can spend the night.

Since it opened, it is magical how so many
Freepers who post here, feel it too.
It has been so dear how the Freepers
kept making it a cottage - a home-type of place
that had a huge living room
for them to visit in and a dance floor, a library, etc.

Many Veterans have written to me,
saying that the Canteen is like home
to them for the first time since they served.

This is your Canteen -
a respite from our busy
and sometimes troubling world.
Make yourself at home.

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CASUAL SATURDAY AT THE CANTEEN

Liberty commences at the beginning of today's
FReeper USO Canteen thread
and, depending on your division assignment,
expires when the new thread for Sunday is posted.

***** A special invitation to our troops and Veterans
to join us in today's cyber trip. *****

Arizona

Arizona from the splendor of the Grand Canyon to the multitude of wildflowers.

Our trip takes us to the Grand Canyon.......Anyone care to take an added trip down into this marvelous place?

Our next adventure happens when we get to......The Havasupai Indian Reservation is located in Havasu Canyon deep in the heart of Grand Canyon. Havasu Canyon is one of the over 600 side canyons together forming the 280-mile long Grand Canyon.

Home to towering waterfalls, beautiful cascades, and tropical blue-green pools this lush oasis is considered the "gem" of the Grand Canyon.

Beautiful Arizona landmark, Camelback Mountain

In a place called Sedona, there is something very mystical about this spot in Northeastern Arizona.

Sedona is unique in several respects. First is that it is relatively lush and seems rather out of place in a state better known for it's desert-like landscape. Secondly, Sedona has beautiful rich red rock formations that jet out of the sandy canyon floor, they look something like enormous sculptures against the azure sky.

Traveling over to Tucson where there are many things to see: ...Sabino Canyon, De Grazia Art Gallery, Seguaro National Monuments. But one of the stops we will take , is the Mission San Xavier.

Mission San Xavier del Blac

[Beep]

Hi Kathy!!

How are ya??

This is us! (Took me forever! Darned "Winders" crashed on me again!!)

Luv ya!

Beepin'Humidity! (LOL!)

[SAMWolf]

Thanks for the ping, Linda.

[COB1]

OH, MAN!
That is a pretty buckskin!

And you're right - she knows it!

The lady singing that song ain't no slouch, either!
Darn, that's beer drinkin' music, and I don't even drink beer!

[SAMWolf]

Thanks LadyX. I'm so glad to be back.

[HiJinx]

See what I mean about the Chiricahuas being distinctive? I can see these with a good pair of binoculars from my side of the San Pedro River Valley...

Photo is found at www.3dphoto.net/.../arizona

[Mr_Magoo]

Etiquette tips for all occasions:

1. Never take a beer to a job interview.
2. Always identify people in your yard before shooting at them.
3. It's considered tacky to take a cooler to church.
4. If you have to vacuum the bed, it is time to change the sheets.
5. Even if you're certain that you are included in the will, it is considered rude to drive the U-Haul to the funeral home.


DINING OUT:

1. When decanting wine from the box, make sure you tilt the paper cup and pour slowly so as not to "bruise" the fruit
of the vine.
2. If drinking directly from the bottle, always hold it with your hands.


ENTERTAINING IN YOUR HOME:

1. A centerpiece for the table should never be anything prepared by a taxidermist.
2. Do not allow the dog to eat at the table, no matter how good his manners are.

PERSONAL HYGIENE:

1. While ears need to be cleaned regularly, this is a job that should be done in private, using one's OWN truck keys.
2. Even if you live alone, deodorant is not a waste of good money.
3. Use of proper toiletries can only delay bathing for a few days.
4. Dirt and grease under the fingernails is a social no- no, as they tend to detract from a woman's jewelry and alter the
taste of finger foods.


DATING (Outside the Family):

1. Always offer to bait your date's hook, especially on the first date.
2. Be assertive. Let her know you're interested: "I've been wanting to go out with you since I read that stuff on the
bathroom wall two years ago."
3. Establish with her parents what time she is expected back. Some will say 10:00 PM., others might say "Monday." If
the latter is the answer, it is the man's responsibility to get her to school on time.


AT THE THEATER:

1. Crying babies should be taken to the lobby and picked up immediately after the movie has ended.
2. Refrain from talking to characters on the screen. Tests have proven they can't hear you.


WEDDINGS:

1. Livestock, usually, is a poor choice for a wedding gift.
2. Kissing the bride for more than 5 seconds may get you shot.
3. For the groom, at least, rent a tux. A leisure suit with a red sash and a clean work shirt can create a tacky
appearance.
4. Though uncomfortable, say "yes" to socks and shoes for this special occasion.


DRIVING ETIQUETTE:

1. Dim your headlights for approaching vehicles, even if the gun is loaded and the deer is in sight.
2. When approaching a four way stop, the vehicle with the largest tires does not always have the right of way.
3. Never tow another car using panty hose and duct tape.
4. When sending your wife down the road with a gas can, it is impolite to ask her to bring back beer too.
5. Do not peel rubber while traveling in a funeral procession.

[Beep]

Hey Sassy!

You feelin' better?? Don't feel bad; I'm a major *snuffler* myself. Especially when it comes to animals. I can't even watch Bambi!!

I took something last night to calm me down and it knocked me out, but not for long. I kept waking up, and having nightmares. . . . Yesterday was a bad news day. It was difficult on me.

I hope you're doing better than yesterday; I know you were terribly upset as well. I worry about you guys when I know you've been upset! I know kneezles took good care of you, though! (You're a lucky gal! And he's lucky too!!)

Luv ya both!

Beep -- with my new conceal-carry purse, on the prowl for the scum who would hurt children; anyone, really, but especially children!

[SAMWolf]

OK, You can put the weapons on my charge card, but no more dresses!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Very good. Me, The Theater 2 (substitute Canteen) before I "came in". More?

[Beep]

That's GREAT, souris!! I wish I could do that! I can't stare at the instructions long enough to learn to do much of anything right yet! I'm terribly envious! What a wonderful little car!!

Luv ya!

Beep-on-foot! *VBG*

[Beep]

Hey lodwick and HiJinx!! How are you dudes today??

Love ya!

BeepDudette!

[HiJinx]

PistolPackin'Beep, Love the leather bag!

Put that pearl handled beauty away, m'dear, this little guy is for lookin' at only while in city limits!

He, his mate, and all the little Gambel's Quail chickees make a daily processional across my back yard. And believe it or not, the dog lets 'em! As long as they leave her peaches alone, she's happy!

Photo from Az. Game & Fish Web Gallery

[Mr_Magoo]

In this day and age of political correctness, women no longer have hot flashes, they have power surges.

[Kathy in Alaska]

I like it!! I gotta check it out better later. Missed you last night. Hope you had a good night and some sleep. I was talking to myself last night like Misty. Off for a bit to the Blood Bank to give a pint. Later.

[Beep]

Howdy Sneezles!!

Luv ya!

BeepinHowdy!

[SassyMom]

Hi Beep! Yes, I'm doing just fine. I'm just a big cry baby. LOL There are some movies that I WON'T go to the theater to see because I know that I'm going to cry. I wait til I can watch them at home and sob as loud as I want to. *giggle*

I'm glad you are doing better today. Yesterday was a weird day, kind of all over with emotions.

I'm not sure, but I'm afraid kneezles and I are fighting the crud. He isn't feeling well today and I have a headach. It's probably just those nasty old allergies. Hey, I have an idea! Why don't we line up all of the Canteeners across the country and do the wave!!!!! :)

[SassyMom]

Hi, Victoria! I'm kind of in and out today. How are you doing? I hope you are having a terrific weekend. YOU DESERVE IT!!!!

I think I feel like going to the lake. :)