[Snow Bunny]

. . . Tribute To HEROES . While the dogtag is used to provide information on an individual serviceman, I also believe that the chain which holds them represents a connection to all servicemen, no matter where you served, how you served or when you served. . The Minuteman in 1776 has a connection to the soldier fighting in Afghanistan today. That connection is every individual who has ever served in the United States Military. Each of us represents a link in the chain that connects that Minuteman of over 200 years ago to the soldier in Afghanistan today. SAMWolf . . Tribute to Vietnam Veterans Please click on picture. . The great intangible of America's wars beyond logistics, beyond strategy, beyond wonder weapons and Generals, is the spiritual force of its fighting men and women - and that is the force that the USO so serves. . Free Republic....Click for Donations . Partners . .To Jim Robinson, Founder of FRee Republic and Navy Veteran Thank you, from all those who frequent the FReeper Canteen .

[Snow Bunny]

[GeekDejure]

Oops !!! Sorry to butt in like this without an official invite . . .

My error - I thought is said Monday Male Call !!! ;-))

[tomkow6]

Good morning, Snow! Good morning, EVERYBODY!

It's a GREAT day to be a CANTEENER!

[tomkow6]

Today's FEEBLE attempt at humor:

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF MEN AND WOMEN

Element Name: WOMAN
Symbol: Wo
Atomic Weight: Don't even go there!!
Physical Properties: Generally round in form. Boils at nothing and may
freeze at any time. Melts whenever treated properly. Very bitter if not used
well.
Chemical Properties: Very active. Highly unstable. Possesses strong affinity
to gold, silver, platinum, and precious stones. Violent when left alone.
Able to absorb great amounts of exotic food. Turns slightly green when
placed next to a better specimen.
Usage: Highly ornamental. An extremely good catalyst for dispersion of
wealth. Probably the most powerful income reducing agent known.
Caution: Highly explosive in inexperienced hands.


Element Name: MAN
Symbol: Xy
Atomic Weight: 180 +/- 50
Physical Properties: Fairly dense and sometimes flaky. Difficult to find
pure sample.
Chemical Properties: Attempts to bond with Wo any chance it can get. Also
tends to form strong bonds with itself. Becomes explosive when mixed with Kd
(element: child) for prolonged period of time. Neutralize by saturating with
alcohol.
Usage: None known. Possibly good methane source. Good samples are able to
produce large quantities on command.
Caution: In the absence of Wo, this element rapidly decomposes and begins to
smell.

[Radix]

WOW!

Sometimes it gets you right here SB.


You know what I mean.

TY!

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

ALL the mail posted on Monday Mail Call
are Recent E-Mails from active duty military
sent to our USO Canteen Hostess Snow Bunny.

Click on the graphic to readthe latest e-mails
FROM the military



You will stay right where you are on the thread.

Please take a moment and Thank a Service Man or Woman.
Just Click on the graphic to send an e-mail.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Monday Mail Call transportation for you and the Girlz.
Because Mail Call from the troops is out of this world!

[Radix]

Oh yes, did I forget to mention that my Patriots lost, again?

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

SPECIAL DELIVERY FOR
CAROL US ARMY

[Mr_Magoo]

Air Power

BOEING B-47E "STRATOJET"

The Boeing B-47, the world's first swept-wing bomber, made its initial flight on Dec. 17, 1947 and quantity deliveries began in 1951. When production ended in 1957, more than 1,200 Stratojets were serving with the Strategic Air Command at USAF bases throughout the world. By the late 1960s, the B-47 was obsolete and was removed from operational service.

The B-47 normally carried a crew of three--pilot, copilot (who operated the tail turret by remote control), and an observer who also served as navigator, bombardier and radar operator. In the RB-47 reconnaissance version, the navigator also operated the camera equipment.

The B-47E pictured was used at Wright-Patterson AFB from 1967-69 as a test-bed aircraft. It was the first USAF aircraft to incorporate a "fly-by-wire" primary flight control system in which the pilot's command controls are transmitted to the control surfaces by electrical wires rather than by cables and mechanical linkages.

SPECIFICATIONS
Span: 116 ft.
Length: 107 ft. 1 in.
Height: 28 ft.
Weight: 226,000 lbs. max.
Armament: Two M-24 20mm cannons in tail turret plus bombs--nuclear of 10,000 lbs. of conventional bombs
Engines: six General Electric J47s of 7,200 lbs. thrust ea.
Cost: $1,888,000

PERFORMANCE
Maximum speed: 610 mph.
Cruising speed: 560 mph.
Range: 3,500 miles
Service Ceiling: 39,300 ft.

[Mr_Magoo]

Joe
US Army

I salute you Joe, and I salute your Dad!

My Dad was an Instructor for B-24's and B-29's. He had a disability that prevented him from being on an Aircrew during WWII, he was too tall (6'3"). They said he would be too cramped in the confined turrets on the planes. The flight Dr's granted him a waiver so that he could teach gunnery and bombing.

Joe, you and I both have Dads to be proud of. And, I am confident that you will surpass the bar your Dad set with his Service back then. You are part of the best equiped, best trained, motavated warriors ever to walk the Earth.

God Bless you, and keep you safe.

[Mr_Magoo]

Alex
US Navy

I am here supporting you because I did serve, long ago. But not so long ago that I forgot what it is like. I remember the seperation from loved ones. I remember how important it was to get a letter from home.

My bod may not allow me to be there now, but I am with you in spirit. And I will be here to support you any way I can.

I give thanks to God for you serving today.

[Mr_Magoo]

Talkin Ted
USMC

God Bless you for serving.

It is great to here that we are helping in our small way. Please let us know that you are OK on occasion. The girlz here tend to fret when we don't here anything for a long time.

In the meantime, I will continue to post the jokes and stuff for you. How about this one . . .



Subject: DYING PREACHER

Dying Preacher


An old preacher was dying.

He sent a message for his doctor and his lawyer, who were both
church members, to come to his home. When they arrived, they were ushered
up to his bedroom. As they entered the room the preacher held out his
hands and motioned for them to sit, one on each side of his bed.

The preacher grasped their hands, sighed contentedly, smiled and
stared at the ceiling.

For a time, no one said anything. Both the doctor and lawyer were
touched and flattered that the preacher would ask them to be with
him during his final moments. They were also puzzled; the preacher had
never given them any indication that he particularly liked either
of them. They both remembered his many long, uncomfortable sermons
about greed, covetousness and avaricious behavior that made them squirm
in their seats.

Finally, the doctor said, "Preacher, why did you ask us to come?

The old preacher mustered up his strength, then said weakly, "Jesus
died between two thieves.. and that's how I want to go."

[Mr_Magoo]

David
USMC

I get a kick outta posting the different planes. I am learning about them at the same time. I am amazed at how fast the planes were developed. I mean, in less than 100 years we went from the Wright Flyer to the SR-71. WOW! Think of all the thousands of minds it took to develop those planes. All working together to give you the best tools in the world.

God Bless you for defending this great Country.

[Mr_Magoo]

Scully and the Pirates
USNAVY

The car . . .

*sigh*

Someday I hope to get it back! What happened is I blew the trannie big time. It needed a complete rebuild. I picked it up after a week in the shop and it was not right. Went back in for another week. Last Sat. I picked it up again and it still had problems shifting smoothly into overdrive. Sooooooooooooooo . . . back in again. At least I get to visit it once in a while! LOL!

As much as it bugs me wo be without my baby, that is minor when I think of what youz guys are doing every day. If my car is not fixed by the time you get back, I will sic you guys on 'em! LOL!

Take care out there.

[Mr_Magoo]

Carol
US Army

I spent 8 years in maintenance, and I could never get the hang of the FSN system. How one of the ittie-bittie light bulbs that were inside a push button switch could be only 1 number different from a B-52 landing light . . . DON'T ASK how I found this out!!! LOL!

God Bless you for serving in such a vital role. It is people like you that straightened out all the misnakes I made ordering stuff.

[zip]

A BIG MID MISSOURI WELCOME TO ALL OF OUR MILITARY PERSONNEL, PAST AND PRESENT, THEIR FAMILIES AND OUR CANADIAN ALLIES.
There are not enough words to express my thanks and admiration for what you are doing for our Country, families, Freedom to worship and upholding our values every day, 24/7.

A special Thank You to Keith US NAVY, Joe US ARMY, Alex US NAVY, Smitty USMC, Talkin Ted USMC, David USMC, Marty, Joe, Al and me Scully, AKA Scully and the Pirates US NAVY, Big Red USMC, Carol US ARMY, Leaatherneck Jody USMC, and Tim USAF.

Bunny and Blue, I cannot believe these wonderful people are thanking us. THEY ARE THE ONES THAT DESERVE THE SPECIAL THANKS. I cannot leave out you fantastic Hostesses and Hosts here on the Canteen thread. Thanks to all of you.
Alex, I really appreciated your comments and need to explain a little bit of the reasons we OPENLY SUPPORT OUR TROOPS. I was in the Amry San Franciso in the mid 60's and noone wanted to be seen supporting us. The abuse was intense and I swore that no military person would be treated that way again if I could do anything about it. So this my small contribution to honor you men and women that serve. My heartfelt THANK YOU.

[LaDivaLoca]

OK, now for the male call...uh...I mean mail call! Dang!

Jacob USNavy: sweetie, please don't be sad. We are here for you - to make you laugh, to make you cry, to give you a sense of home and maybe to some degree a sense of peace. We do care and we are always praying for all of you.

Tom USAF: do drop in whenever you can for you will always find welcoming arms, ready to give you big,warm hugs at the USO Canteen.

Keith USNavy: I have a dear friend who is the Navy too and they only recently got deployed somewhere out there. I just received a couple of emails from him today and he loves being in the Navy. We are all very proud of him just as we here are very proud of all of you.

Joe US Army: isn't technology great? This is such a great way of communicating - it's fast! This makes it so convenient for those of us here to send our Thanks and our prayers to all of you who have served and are still serving our country. Stay safe!

Alex US Navy: ignore all those commie peaceniks! They are not worth our time. I saw a lot of them last Saturday at the DC rally and they all looked pathetic! What was disheartening though was the fact that most of them were quite young. Maybe they all need to take up history 101 again. Just know that you have us here supporting and praying for all of you.

Smitty, USMC: just know that there a lot of us back home that are supporting our men and women in the military. You may not hear it often - what do you expect from the media that has been hijacked by the socialist, commie, liberal idiots. Thank God for computers - now we can reach out to you and say THANK YOU for all that you do!

Talkin Ted USMC: Thank you too for your service to our country - you all make us very proud. It's because of your dedication and sacrifices that those of us here who are not serving are able to enjoy our freedom. By participating in FR, USO Canteen, reaching out to you in any way possible is the least we can do for all of you.

David USMC: We can never thank you all enough for your service! I'm glad you found your way here - be rest assured that you and your brothers and sisters in arms will always be welcomed here at the USO Canteen. It's always a thrill to hear from you guys and know that in spite of the danger that you are in, you are doing OK. All of you will always have our support. God bless you.

Marty, Joe, Al, Scully USNAvy: You are all heroes as far as we are concerned. It's about time we celebrate and honor all those who have served and are currently serving in our military! Just remember, that when things get rough, we are here praying for all of you and always ready to listen to you. You don't only have our prayers and undying support but you also have our hearts!

Tom "Big Red" USMC: I'm sorry to hear about your bad news. My prayers are with you and your family. We will keep the fires burning until your safe return. Stay safe.

Carol US Army: We care - we do care A LOT. Thank you, beautiful lady for your service. I cannot begin to imagine what it is like to be separated from your family. I know that I'm speaking for all the Canteeners and other loyal Americans when I say that we appreciate all of you in the military even more when we are reminded of your bravery, courage and dedication and most especially your love for our country. God bless you!

Leatherneck Jody UCMC: it's always nice to hear when you guys and gals mention how the canteeners have made you laugh somehow, in some way. As they say "laughter is the best medicine." We are here for you and you are always welcome to join the fun!

Tim USAF: thank you for all that you do and I'm happy to hear that more and more of you are discovering FR and USO Canteen. This is your home away from home and we are your family. So, drop by whenever you can - you will always find us here...ready to welcome you home.

[grantswank]

Snow Bunny. . .

I just read thru the emails and came upon the following:

"Thank you and God bless you all. And that Chaplain you have, he rocks. Thank you sir for being the Canteen Chaplain. Thanks for your prayers too.

David
USMC"

Well, I donk't know how to get in touch with David except through this method. So, David, wherever you are and whatever you are doing, bro, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kind note regarding the chapliancy on the USO Canteen!!

Always keep in mind--that is, you and all the other readers--that you are all lifted to the Lord daily in my personal prayers. I see you out there. I care about you. I then bring you to the heavenly throne, knowing that the good Lord is more aware of every detail in your lives than you or anybody else is. Just keep the faith in His plan for your surrendered life.

Your Chap Grant

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Romans 8:28