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

[Billie]

Texans for Sale or Rent!

Hi, Meekie - that is so funny! I love it!

[WVNan]

Hi colleen. Did I pick up some static about you not feeling well? I do hope that you are okay.

[Billie]

Good afternoon, Tooters! I love that bluebird graphic, too. jwfiv gave that to me some time ago, and it's also on my profile page.

[Billie]

Beautiful! Thanks for posting it!

[JustAmy]

Our prayers are with you and all of our troops during this time. Thank you for reminding us of the stress on the families. All military families are in my prayers, not only as we hold rallies to show support but, everyday. Take care of yourselves and we pray that you will be home soon.

[WVNan]

We are glad you dropped by the Finest. Please do come by whenever you can. Kick back and relax and enjoy the lovely pictures, bios, commentaries, music and just plain silliness. The 969th will be added to my church's prayer list. May the light of God surround you and the power of God protect you.

[Billie]

Thank you, Dansy. You are always so thoughtful and sweet! I read your Cooking with Freepers thread this morning - thanks so much for doing that - looks like it was a big hit! Did notice that a few had missed our earlier profile of Carlo, so I pinged them with a link to the pre-Thanksgiving day thread, featuring Carlo and some of his holiday recipes.

[Billie]

Hi, Cal - hope no more blackouts for you!

[deadhead]

"Did I pick up some static about you not feeling well? I do hope that you are okay."

Thanks Nan, I am feeling really good now, on the road to recovery :-) Was in the hospital last week. Had a very serious kidney infection (that's how the good doctor described it) Thank God for antibiotics and good doctors! Had to be on an IV antibiotic drip for 4 days.

[Billie]

Hi, Colleen - thank you. We really love the Hill Country - so peaceful, and the Guadelupe River where we stay is just beautiful and crystal clear. Canoeing and paddle-boating up and down the river lots of fun - no motor boats allowed! :)

[WVNan]

Oh my goodness! I really was out of touch for awhile. I'm sure glad you are feeling better. Cranberry juice.....LOTS of cranberry juice LOL.

[Billie]

Hi, Temple - yes, that flag gets to me. I don't know what size it is, but that hill is probably 40 - 50 feet high, and the flag just looks so majestic up there!

[Billie]

Thank you, Star, so glad you joined us today, and we thank your brother in Iraq for what he is doing as well. We'll add him to our prayer list (as you requested in a later post).

Aqua, Dansy, Dutchess, Free, Lori - please add StarCMC's brother to your Military Prayer list. (I'll write a reminder in FR mail, too) :)

[Billie]

Thanks, Dave - love that photo of the USS Tinosa (SS-283). And know you're enjoying your father-in-law - bet the two of you have lots of stories to swap - comparing the different times in the Navy.

Amy, love your post to Dave!

Yes, that flag is such a beautiful sight - I looked forward to 'getting' there to see it again both going AND coming. :)

[Billie]

I never have gotten your graphic to open, Meekie. :(

[Billie]

Afternoon, jw - always look forward to your photos - there's something so 'out west' about them, how could a Texan not like them? :)

[WVNan]

Billie! How are you girl? You must be sweltering in that Texas heat. Seeking water I see. Smart move.

[Temple Owl]

Thank you dutchess. I'm on pins and needles.

[Dubya]

Our guys are the best.

[Dubya]

"PLEASE PRAY FOR US"

From the hot, sandy desert of Kuwait, a soldier e-mails a need for God's blessings

I AM A MEMBER of the Iowa Army National Guard on assignment in Kuwait as part of Operation
Enduring/Iraqi Freedom. My unit, a medical unit, Co. A. 109th ASMB, was.m6bilized on 24 February 2003 and ordered to the region.

"Like many of the soldiers in my unit and my fellow service members, I am having difficulties. We miss our families and loved ones, and many of us just want to go home. Also, we are uncertain as to what needs to be done here and who will be doing it. All of this takes its toll on our daily lives.

"As a Christian, I believe in the word of God and in the power of prayer. Please pray for us. Ask God to give us strength, perseverance, and protection from evil. Also, please pray that in times of doubt, discomfort, and trouble, that He will guide us.

"Thank you for your prayers. I have read, and continue to read, the works of Dr. Norman Vincent Peale. I am thankful for such positive and affirming messages that strengthen my faith. Again, I would like to express my appreciation for what you do and the help you provide to the lives of people like me all over the world."

-SGT. Mark Allen Conwell