A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 08-05-02

Just Amy, Mama_Bear, daisyscarlett, ST.LOUIE1, and Billie

[Billie]

A Few of FR's Finest.....
......Every Day

FR is a Treasure Trove of talented, compassionate, patriotic, wonderful people who gather every day to discuss the latest news and issues;  salute
and support our military and our leaders;  tell a few jokes;  learn a new
word;  write poetry;  pray for those in need;  and congratulate those who
are deserving. Thank you, Jim Robinson, for giving us the vehicle in which
we can express ourselves.

Free Republic made its debut in September, 1996, and the forum was added in early 1997.  I
can remember lurking when there were only a few regulars who posted, and now there are over 60,000 who have registered for posting privileges. The forum is read daily by tens of thousands
of concerned citizens and patriots from all around the country and the world.

Mr. and Mrs. FR

Photo by ST.LOUIE1

When Jim Robinson's name was mentioned for the FReeper of the Day,  all of us wanted to be the one to feature him!  However,  instead of flipping a coin or fighting
it out to see who won :),  St.Louie suggested that JustAmy probably knew him better and longer than the rest of us,  so why not ask her to write his tribute?  Seemed like
a great idea,  and when Amy agreed,  another thought came to mind:

We could all work on this one!  Louie had already created that wonderful graphic of Jim and Sheila above;  Amy would write the main thread,   MamaBear and daisyscarlett could each say a few words,  and I would put it all together.  YES!  We had a plan!  Here, then, is the result of our tribute to the man who is FReeRepublic, and the wonderful woman behind him.

Jim is not just a Vietnam Vet in a wheelchair. Neither is he just the founder of FreeRepublic. Jim is a man with strong beliefs and a deep love of his God, his family and his country.

Jim will take to the air or to the road to show his dedication to his beliefs. After making 3 trips to DC (March for Justice, Judgment Day and House Managers Tribute Rally and Dinner), he eagerly attended the Freeper's Inaugural Ball. This Ball was possible, in part, to Jim's and FreeRepublic's 'SoreLoserman' Rallies and dedication to removing all signs of Clinton/Gore.

What's next on the agenda? How about Scumbag, Gary Condidit? Jim spent many Saturday's driving 4 hours to Modesto where he could join the Modesto Freepers for 2 hours in calling for Condit's removal from office.

Since 9-11-2001, Jim and his family can be found every Friday night at the corner of Shaw and Blackstone (Patriots Corner) counter-protesting the war protesters and showing his support for President Bush's war on terrorism and his support for our military.

Although Sheila does not always agree with his political views, they share their belief in God and their love of family and country. You will find her at his side Friday evenings for The Support Our Troops Rallies. She may entertain with her rendition of "We don't smoke marijuana at Shaw and Blackstone."

It is impossible to spotlight Jim and Sheila without acknowledging Chris, pictured at right. He not only makes sure they get where they need to be, whether it be Washington, DC or Patriots Corner. He gladly picks up a sign of support and carries the flag as he keeps the boom box volume turned high.

~ JustAmy

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What can I say about Jim Robinson that has not been said many times over?   While I was pondering this question, it occurred to me how different my life would be without this wonderful website.   Jim Robinson's FreeRepublic is my home on the internet.  Actually, it is Jim's home on the internet and he has opened it up to all of us.

This is where I come to meet like-minded people who share my values, my love for God and country and my fears for her future. Here we can link arms and hearts in supporting our conservative causes while making life-long FRiendships, and having fun all at the same time! I have never met a finer group of people and it is because of Jim that we have this place to gather.

In short, Jim's dedication to his country, to his conservative values and to this website is inspiring. I believe I am a better person for knowing him and the many fine patriots who frequent this site. No, I cannot imagine my life without FreeRepublic. Thank you and God bless you, Jim.

~ Mama_Bear

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I still get chills when I see the above photo of you leading the March for Justice in Washington D.C. in 1998 calling for the impeachment of President William Jefferson Clinton. I do not know what I can add to all of the nice things that have been said about you, and certainly will be said about you again today, except that I agree with all of them. We can never thank you enough for FREE REPUBLIC. God Bless you Jim Robinson.

~ daisyscarlett

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In closing, I want to add only my thanks, once again, for your vision, Jim, in creating the greatest conservative site on the net. And Amy has asked me to remind everybody that she will be posting many more photos from the family album throughout the day!  So let this
be the last thread all of you check before turning off your pc tonight!

~ Billie

WEEKEND THREAD

08-3,4-02 Week in Review

[Billie]

I'll be there in a minute, Pip - almost caught up on the posts. OK?!

[lodwick]

;-) That was your Political Pictionary thread that I saved. I was looking for a picture of The Guild in the living room and saw the pictionary thread - just excellent.

[Pippin]

OKAY! :^)

[Militiaman7]

I'm printing up several threads to put in a scrapbook so that when my grandkids and great grandkids learn about the Patriots of my time they will get a double dose concerning Jim Robinson. One from the history books and one from their grandfather.

[Billie]

Awwwwwwww! Here, for you.......

[dixie sass]

I first met Jim Robinson via the internet, and of course that was here at FR. Then in 2000, the South Carolina Chapter held it's first Rally at which Linda Tripp made her first public appearance after the impeachment and all of her legal problems.

We knew that BobJ would be there, Clarity, Nick Danger and others that were regulars on FR, but it was unclear whether or not JimRob was going to be there, in fact I didn't know until the last minute that he was here.

I had heard so much about this man, that in my mind, I saw him as ten feet tall - somewhat of a Paul Bunyan/Pecos Pete/Superman person, larger than life and able to leap tall building in a single leap etc., anyway you get the picture - what I found instead was a very quiet, shy man who was concerned about his country and the people in it. And to this day, I believe someone who is still stunned by what he started.

That Saturday after a full day of seminars, I watched JimRob, J.J. Johnson, Cynic, Alligator Eyes and others sagging and tired until I introduced a speaker by the name of Van Jenerette - as Van spoke I watched JimRob suddenly come alive - you could see the passion for the subject on his face - it was the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

Thus was formed my impression of the man - shy, quiet, but passionate about his beliefs. I later met Jim at the Ignauration Ball and found him no different.

From JimRob, I learned it doesn't matter whether you are Democrat or Republican, Libertarian or Green, what does matter is: DO YOU LOVE YOUR COUNTRY? DO YOU BELIEVE IN THE CONSTITUTION AND THE BILL OF RIGHTS AS WRITTEN BY THE FRAMERS? DO YOU CARE ENOUGH? 'Cause you see, he's a democrat and I'm a republican - but we both love our country and are seeking the the goals.

So thank you JimRob for giving me and others a place to spout off, thank you for the various chapters that have sprung up across the nation, but most of all thank you for caring enough for your country to do something about it!

PS: better duck - I'm getting ready to plant a smooch on your cheek and hug your neck!

[Mama_Bear]

Is now a good time to ask for MUSIC on our profile page? LOL

I love your persistance, Louie. You never give up! LOL!

[Mama_Bear]

Yes, Pip, I agree. It's childish.

A big "ditto" to that. I like your attitude, Pippin. :-)

[ST.LOUIE1]

This is a breathtaking tribute to a real patriot! Y'all have done a fine job
and I look forward to the "surprises" as the day unfolds.

Stay tuned....Amy has more! : )

Thank you, DA.

[dittomom]

It's always a good day to honor the Jim Robinson family! True Patriots ALL!!!

On September 1, 2001 Cyber Liberty, Slip18 and I had lunch with the Robinsons here in Arizona. They were traveling back to California from Dallas where Jim received the Ronald Reagan Freedom award from the National Federal of Republican Assembiles.

This was the first time I met Sheila and Chris. I met JimRob at the March for Justice. It certainly is a privilege to know these fine folks. Thanks, Billie, for this great thread - I've enjoyed getting to know even more about the Robinsons.

BACK ROW:Slip18, Chris Robinson and Cyber Liberty
FRONT ROW: Sheila and Jim Robinson

Thank you, Jim Robinson for bringing conservatives together!!!

Sure wish I could go to the FRIVA LAS VEGAS conference so I could meet up with Jim and all the other great Freepers, but alas I can't make it. If anyone else is in the vicinity of Las Vegas on the weekend of August 16th, I hope they won't miss the opportunity to meet Jim Robinson and so many other great conservatives!!

P.S. - Billie, hope you don't mind me putting in a plug for FRIVA LAS VEGAS!!!!

[ST.LOUIE1]

"A dress makes no sense unless it inspires men to want to take it off you.
"~Francoise Sagan

Truer words were never spoken. : )

Uh.....are we close to a reprimand from our tough little hostess? : )

[dixie sass]

Have you noticed that Fresno County looks like a dog bone?

[Mama_Bear]

Please come and visit us often. :-)

[ST.LOUIE1]

I looked at Louie's profile page.
I thought it was cool!

Thanks! Wanna be on it?

I loooove having pretty ladies all over my page. : )

[COB1]

"...do y'all think that JimRob and Old Glory go hand in hand?"

I agree, DD!
They both remind us of the same thing - OUR COUNTRY!

[ST.LOUIE1]

LOL! That was one of the earliest animated gifs I had -
some silly little thing taking a bow!

Sure glad you moved on up from there. LOL

[Billie]

Oh, yeah - Political Pictionary - I think I did one of just the Clintons, too. :)

[lodwick]

No, but I noticed I just spewed my monitor!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Hope you're not planning to be nice to 'who' today....

Louie, I'm so sorry to disappoint you,
but it would be virtually impossible to be unkind to someone with such a sweet disposition as who.

We talking about the 'same' 'who'?????

[Mama_Bear]

Hi Tonk!

(((((HUGS)))))