A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....08-18-03....Military Monday

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.

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A Few of FR's Finest November 11, 2001

So many people have written me since my original Veteran's Day Tribute, asking how they, or a loved one, could be included in that tribute. Since I could no longer add the photos to the body of the thread, I had been including them in additional posts as I received enough to make another collage.

Still that didn't seem to be enough. I think there's never been a better nor more appropriate time to keep the faces of our own Veterans and Active Military in front of FReepers--every day! That's why I wanted to do yet another Daily Thread .....ABOUT FReepers .....and FOR FReepers. But not only about our Military FReepers; for all FReepers! Wouldn't it be nice to get to know a few of the other FReepers as well? That's why we've created a place for just that. This is a friendly room in JimRob's house where FReeper FRiends can gather every day and just say hello if that's all they want to do.

There's more of course. We sometimes feature different FReepers, with a little background information on who they are and what makes them who they are, along with a few photos you might not have seen on other threads; sometimes others write an essay for us to post as the feature for the day; sometimes our presentation is a human interest story found elsewhere that you might not have read; sometimes special holiday threads; but whatever the topic of the day, it is always with FR's Finest in mind and that is YOU!

If you would like to be featured, or would like to see someone else featured, please send me a private FR mail.

Every Monday we will post the photos of FR's Military Personnel that I have collected and put into groups; these will be available to view through a link the remainder of the week - every day just a click away. :)   If you would like to add a photo of yourself or a loved one in the military, past or present, please let me know; I will hold it until I have enough for a new group.

Thank you, and please have fun with us...every day! ~ Billie

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Thank You For Serving Our Country!

TOP: Logos, SwedeGirl's hubby, Neil E Wright, FallGuy, 1John, Sneakypete
MIDDLE:  T'wit, COB1, LadyX, Dick Bachert, 68-69TonkinGulfYatchClub
BOTTOM:  YankeeinSC, Delta21, JoeSixPack1

TOP:  Bosniajmc, AFVetGal, Archy, A Navy Vet
MIDDLE:  4TheFlag, Aeronaut, 68Grunt, Xinga
BOTTOM:  Codger, AAABest, Clinton's A Liar, Duke809, dcwusmc

TOP:  mc5cents, Norb2569, LBGA's son, VanJenerette
MIDDLE:  Jim Robinson, KJenerette, davidosborne, KG9Kid
BOTTOM:  gwmoore, Equality7-2521, SAMWolf

TOP:  porgygirl, Phil V., MudPuppy, NorCoGOP
MIDDLE:  RaceBannon, OneidaM, rdb3, jwTexian
BOTTOM:  USMC Vet, TheMayor, Vineyard, rhododogma

TOP:  g'nad, AgThorn's son Justin, SLB, AgThorn's son Brett.
MIDDLE:  fish70, razorback-bert, CheneyChick,Leroy S Mort, Mark17.
BOTTOM:  Terry's Take, Taxman, DinkyDau.

TOP:  ValerieUSA's son Grant, SK1Thurman, kd5cts, RangerVetNam,
dansangel and .45man's son-in-law Tony
BOTTOM:  rangerX, Old China Hand, Trish, Howlin's dad, Mustang

TOP: ohioWfan's son, MamaBear's father-in-law, MamaBear's dad, ladtx
MIDDLE:  The Mayor's niece, M.Kehoe, Beach_Babe's son-in-law
BOTTOM:  deadhead's dad, HiJinx, Severa's hubby, viligantcitizen's granddad.

TOP:  spectr17, RightOnline, SERE_Doc, Tet68.
MIDDLE:  FutureSnakeEater, RightOnline's wife, CIApilot, Clamper1797
BOTTOM:  usmcobra, onedoug, DiverDave, Joe6-pack

TOP:  Q6-God, Scan59, Mama Bear and JKPhoto's son, ofMagog.
MIDDLE:  Big'ol_freeper, JustAmy's great uncle, Prodigal Son.
BOTTOM:  JustAmy's husband, JustAmy's brother-in-law, JustAmy's brother.

TOP:  dakine's wife, MeeknMing's dad, Auntbee's nephew, MilitiaMan7, AlasBabylon.
BOTTOM:  Joe Brower, Temple Owl, Temple Owl's wife, dutchess' dad, Aomagrat.

TOP:  ladtx #2 son; DiverDave's twin Don; petuniasevan and husband
poorman; Mustard; ladtx #1 son;
BOTTOM:  AlamoGirl's brother Floyd; AG's dad; AG's brother Jim (inset);
WVNan's husband; ladtx' Aunt Eva.

TOP: Mo1's dad; BuffyT's Uncle (right, w/ her dad & grandmother); Armymarinemom's 3 sons.
MIDDLE: ru4Liberty's dad; SheLion's husband, MaineRebel; wirestripper.
BOTTOM: fivetoes; bigghurtt; hurricane; ladtx' dad; Pippin's brother.




                     

THE WEEKEND THREAD 08-16,17-03 Week In Review

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' The guy's good, folks!

Thanks, Mixer!

1) Click on the graphic to open the Calendar.
2) Once there you can click on any month and even click to the right to go into next year. Once you are in the month that you joined FR you will need to click on the number in the calendar and then an add item screen will come up.
3) In the next box enter your name in the "Calendar Text" field and then click on submit.
4) If any of the screens fail to load simply click on refresh in your browser and that will usually fix it.
5) If all else fails or simply if you want me to do this for you send me a FReepmail and I will gladly do it for you. ~Mixer

[FreeTheHostages]

Hey, it was dark in NYC and there *wasn't* an astronomy picture of the day -- just a picture of NY with the lights out. Check it out at: http://antwrp.gsfc.nasa.gov/apod/astropix.html

As to impressive contributions, may I note that I am busy *learning* how to be a better hostess through a lovely online course on Adobe Acrobat <a href="http://graphicssoft.about.com/library/course/bllps5out.htm>found here,</a> which I would commend to you if I thought it was even possible for you. But, as they say, those who can, do, those who can't, carp.

[deadhead]

Checked out the photo, great photo. Last night, no sooner did I take my batteries out of the radio, the lights went out. I thought, "here we go again" They were out for 10 minutes, due to a thunderstorm.

The Thin Man, thanks for always giving me a laugh.

[kjfine]

Now, I believe that is the way the Pledge should be quoted! Awesome pic!

[knighthawk]

It was good, the weather was a little too hot though. Stayed at home and just relaxed.

Hope yours was more exciting!

[The Thin Man]

Billie or dansy, since Free also *pinged* you two, maybe one of *you* can explain to *me* what she said. I can't *understand* a word of her post.

[deadhead]

Hi kjfine, Thank You for serving and protecting our great nation. Thoughts and Prayers are with all of you serving in Iraq. My cousin returned about a month and a half ago. A friend of the family is still there.

Colleen

[kjfine]

An e-mail from Jenni. She makes me so proud!

didn't tell you about Sunday. I haven't been sleeping really well so I got up early and went to mass at 10 by myself. It was a good service and I thought I'd go down to Lexington Rd so that I might stop at the library and pay any late fees. As I sat at the light a few women were posted on the corner with signs saying "Bush Lies.. Soldiers die" I kept thinking about it and it bothered me so much I pulled over a bit and asked them if they had anyone over there.I also asked if they realized those of us who do do not appreciate their efforts. When she suggested that I join them because the conditions are just deplorable I asked for an example. She mentioned her friend who returned for a funeral or illness in the family and he couldn't even get razors. I asked for his address. I told her it could take some time but he would get them. I also explained shaving cream in a can is a propellent and cannot be sent but that she could send the other kind. She said he had to buy some while he was here to take back with him. When she went on to say that more than half of the Iraqi population was under the age of 11 and that we just went ahead and bombed them I really got so pissed off. Unfortunately I was beginning to build up a blockage of the intersection and could not contain my composure any longer. What do they think war is? I was pretty upset and just sat out in the car and cried. Interestingly enough I had picked up a pamphlet at church about the good crying does for the body and soul. So I went ahead and let it go for a little in the car in the drive way.
I know we have it much better than alot of people. think about the guys in Korea or Viet Nam. We are very fortunate.
I love you very much and miss you even more than yesterday. And will more tomorrow.

[The Thin Man]

The Thin Man, thanks for always giving me a laugh.

Hi dh! It wouldn't be possible without Free. She provides much material. :-)

[FreeTheHostages]

That's because I'm very busy trying to understand graphics and they make me feel incomprehensible.

[deadhead]

Please know and let others know that many, many folks support the war in Iraq and support our troops. Above is a photo of some of my friends, we attended several rally's together. Jenni should make you proud, good for her.

Take Care and God Bless.

[deadhead]

Hi dh! It wouldn't be possible without Free. She provides much material. :-)

Yes, the two of you make quite the comedy team LOL Thank You both for the laughs

Thin and Free (catchy, isn't it)

[kjfine]

That is cool. Thanks for the support. I noticed the kids holding the posters, and it made me think of my kiddos. Boy, do I miss my family! Jenni has the hardest job in all of this. There isn't a day that goes by that I am not proud of her.

[WVNan]

You have no idea just how many Americans are supporting our troops and praying for them. Staying behind is harder and we pray for all the families too. All the military and their families are heros in or book. God bless you all and especially bless your families with strength and peace.

[StarCMC]

Please add my brother to your prayer list! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!

[StarCMC]

Thank you for your prayers, duchess! I covet them!

[kjfine]

Thank you so much!

[kjfine]

You are welcome. My prayers are with your friend.

[deadhead]

"Boy, do I miss my family! Jenni has the hardest job in all of this. There isn't a day that goes by that I am not proud of her."

I can't even begin to imagine how much you miss your family, my prayers are with them also. Families at home have a very tough job. Sounds like you have a wonderful wife. Military families have my admiration. You are all in this together. Take good care of yourself and please stop by the Finest whenever you can, we welcome you with open arms.

[deadhead]

"My prayers are with your friend"

Thank You

[deadhead]

Hi Nan! That is a beautiful photo that you posted.