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

[Mama_Bear]

Hi Jim! Enjoy your day. :-)

[Jim Robinson]

Got a confession to make. I never did formally graduate. I dropped out before completing my junior year and then the next year moved to Florida and started up as a senior. I moved back to California before graduation. Received my High School GED in the Navy.

[daisyscarlett]

I am sorry you are late, too, cauz I served a Texas breakfast to Lodwick and COBY and you missed out. How about a Texas lunch? Chicken fajitas mix and match Texas style....

[ST.LOUIE1]

Jim sleeps until 10:30 or 11:00 and then he goes thru the abuse reports.
With me, you and Louie here, he may not get that task finished until later this afternon! LOL

LOL! Geez, hope mine got lost in the shuffle.

You have too many to get lost. LOL

[lodwick]

Here's and old thread I saved called I'm gonna sue Jim Robinson! .

You might enjoy the opening. ;-)

[whoever]

I know you are kidding, and this post was a hoot to do.

But, in all honesty and seriousness, (which is foreign to me) those marriages were the happiest and lasted. The children were the most secure.

Today's woman might just think about it.

[JustAmy]

I'm not sure when this was taken but it appears to be early 70's. I would guess he is watching the boys rough housing!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Ladies, I'm taking a break.

Whether Billie likes it or not. : )

[Mixer]

I like your signature, too.....hint, hint....lol.

Alright ; )

[Slip18]

Thanks, Billie.

I must not have seen your ping.

You have an absolutely beautiful thread today. Although, you normally do have beautiful threads, but this one for JimRob is magnificent.

[Jim Robinson]

Beer call. My favorite duty. We did our best to keep San Miguel and Co profitable.

[lodwick]

You mean someone didn't take your homemaking hints seriously?
That was a tremendous Public Service you did.

People shouldn't joke about a properly functioning home,
and the role of the little lady. Goodness sakes.

Thanks again for that one.

[JustAmy]

What?????? You're a drop out? Okay, when was your senior picture taken and do you have a baby picture of yourself that you hid when I dropped by?

[Endeavor]

Thanks for all your blood, sweat, and tears, and for giving us goofy kids such a fun place to come and play while we also work at saving our country.

[Mixer]

Thanks for the great pictures, and tribute, to Jim.

[dixie sass]

Well, maybe 9' 11". But what the hay...

[MeekOneGOP]

I am sorry you are late, too, cauz I served a Texas breakfast to Lodwick and COBY and you missed out. How about a Texas lunch? Chicken fajitas mix and match Texas style....

Yummy ! Thanks ! Chicken fajitas are my favorite too! How'd ja know?

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On a related note.......I'm constantly commenting about playing Ketchup when I am tardy making replies to folks. Look what I got courtesy of FReeper coteblanche just a little bit ago, LOL! I love it!.........

[daisyscarlett]

[JustAmy]

Sheila, John and Chris in the summer of 1975.

[MeekOneGOP]

But I won't be using any of that Ketchup on those delicious Fajitas, let me tell ya !