A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....09-12-03....Sugar 'n Spice

Billie

[Billie]

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

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A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day was introduced on June 24, 2002. It's only a small room in JimRob's house where we can get to know one another a little better; salute and support our military and our leaders; pray for those in need; and congratulate those deserving. We strive to keep our threads entertaining, fun, and pleasing to look at, and often have guest writers contribute an essay, or a profile of another FReeper.

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We're having fun and hope you are!
~ Billie, Mama_Bear, dansangel, dutchess, Aquamarine ~

Two weeks ago I posted "The Last Days of Summer", featuring the Finest Guys, which of course prompted the Finest Girls to ask, "When are you going to feature us?"

Well, today's the day, Girls. And oh, so Pretty in Pink everyone is!
      ~ Billie   

Gentlemen, start your engines! Not just another pretty face, these are all the girls you've loved before.....the little redhaired girl with green eyes and a dimple in her chin; the perky blonde whose ponytail bounced when she walked; that little brunette with the turned-up nose and laughing eyes....they're all here and more. Which ones made your little-boy hearts do flipflops?

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Is there a little girl in the whole world who doesn't have a fascination for kittens, pretty birds, and......teddy bears!

And maybe it's a Texas thang, but show me a little girl who's never dreamed of being a cowgirl at least once in her life. Something about those cowboy boots and that hat! :)

The seasons, they are a'changing. Leaves are turning bright orange, gold, red......but whatever the season, the Finest FRiends are constant.

This group of Ohio/West Virginia FReepers are about to have their second reunion, getting together for lunch and a whole bunch of hugs next month. Stay tuned for pictures. :)

Finally, did someone say we should have a Tea Party? I say, "Let's!" Put on your Finest outfit, don your favorite chapeau, and come join the party already in progress.

Tea Party Etiquette

• Remember to say, "Please" and "No thank you."
• Place your napkin on your lap.
• Keep your lips closed when you are eating.
• Take one of each foods you are offered.
• Place your used teaspoon on the saucer under your teacup.
• Say your goodbyes and thank yous when you leave the party.

Have a Wonderful Weekend!

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 09-08-03 Military Monday 09-09-03 Guns Definitely Are OK 09-10-03 Original Intent of the 1st Amendment 09-11-03 Where Were You? Never Forget 9-11-01

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

Thanks, Mixer!

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[FreeTheHostages]

JustFrank may be back to normal next week

Aw, that would be a shame . . . .

[Billie]

Really fun thread today, BillieBlue. : )

Thank you - you hay-ulped. :)

[FreeTheHostages]

oh, that's beautiful!

[Billie]

Thanks again, Meg. We've been somber and serious all week - time to play a little. :)

[MEG33]

I agree.

[Billie]

Isn't that one of the sweetest, prettiest little pink girls! But honestly, I had enough without using that one, too, especially after you'd made it so pretty with your text and frame. :)

[Aquamarine]

You're getting downright dangerous with this paint shop stuff. lol

[FreeTheHostages]

:) I would say that's a *very* dangerous post. It was done by Calpernia, though. :)

Hmmm, I'm missing the URL for the Hallo. draft -- I'll find and get it to you in 24 hours. Thanks for sharing that link, though, it's very nice.

[MEG33]

A great addition to this pretty thread.((((Mama Bear))))

[FreeTheHostages]

I hope your bad feeling doesn't come to be, about Isabel. It's still too early to tell.

[dixie sass]

I know.

You should see the Summerville High football stadium - Packed- The Governor is even here! Coach has been at SHS for 52 years!!!!

We are so excited here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GO GREEN WAVE!!!!!

[lonestar]

Howdy, partnuhs !

[Billie]

LOL! Howdy!

[Billie]

Below are names of some of our FReepers' loved ones who are serving our country. If you have someone you would like to add, please address a post to Billie; Mama_Bear; Dansangel; Dutchess; Aquamarine and we will add their name to this list. As we pray for them, we pray also for all our nation’s leaders, and military personnel, and their families and friends. May God hold them close to His heart.

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OhioWfan........................son mystery-ak..........son, husband Gogrammy................grandson Inspectorette...................son Blessed American..........nephew Slip18..........................nephew anniegetyourgun...........nephew Pippin....niece,nephew,loved one Doug from Upland......son-in-law weldgophardline.....brotherinlaw Future Snake Eater..........cousin WaterDragon..son-in-law,grandson BeforeISleep...................son The Mayor........................niece LadyX.........................grandson fawn796.......................nephew StarCMC......................brother kimmie7.....................brother ValerieUSA..................2 sons TexKat................son, step-son Spruce.....................daughter Explorer89................brother Warrior Nurse...........active duty SK1 Thurman...........active duty David Osborne.........active duty fc2tomschermuly......active duty bkwells..................active duty LongCut..................active duty Trish.......................active duty

Maigrey................cousin ladtx....................2 sons Mama_Bear.........2 nephews gator girl............husband severa................husband MozartLover......son, nephew LBGA........................son SpookBrat...........nephew Himyar.....................son boxerblues............2 sons the piper...................son sheeza...............husband kemathen7...........husband Tiffee4Bob.......boyfriend Diver Dave................niece deadhead................cousin JimRobinson.....2 nephews Armymarinemom.....3 sons Consort..2 daughters,son-in-law Darheel..................niece dixie sass.............nephew BeAllYouCanBe.........son AgThorn...............2 sons homeschoolmama.......nephew kneezles.................son Atomic Conspiracy..half-brother Atomic Conspiracy...nephew Atomic Conspiracy...niece

[lonestar]

I think this is one of your finest! So pretty!

[The Mayor]

This is my clan, they are a little older now (2 years)

Here's some de-caff, I was gone this am..

[MEG33]

Good evenin'!Did you see the cowgirl outfits Billie gave us Texas gals?Pretty darn cute.(((((lonestar)))))

[LadyX]

"Last PING!"

SOBBING HERE - SAY IT ISN'T SO, Billie !!"

Was on my way back from Myrtle Beach and couldn't respond!

No more Pings would be devastating, I tell you..:))
The LadyX had a Most Excellent Adventure, staying in a 4th floor oceanfront suite with a balcony, and blessed with ideal weather.

When we arrived, it was breezy with the slow departure of Henri off the coast, but subsided and did not rain. Night temperatures were about 65 and days 75 -78....had prime rib buffet one night and seafood buffet the next - breakfasts out, too.

Deadhead, we were amazed that Myrtle Beach is immaculate and spruced up, compared with out last trip there four years ago.
This is the BEST time to go there, the college crowds gone - most families with children in school gone - too early for the influx of Canadians that comes in October - most of the better restaurants still open full hours, etc.
After living there from 1966-1968, it is astonishing to see the growth southward.

We made a sentimental journey through what was Myrtle Beach AFB. Gone are the entrance buildings - new sweeping road approaches changing the landscape, the airfield becoming the Myrtle Beach Airport and base housing converted to civilian use. The housing units (singles and duplexes with parquet floors and big back yards) units have been refinished and look even better than they did then! Are leased on a yearly basis at a hefty price - but it is quiet and safe.

The Elementary School where I taught is in use as a branch of a Technical College, and as we drove by, the students were outside by the flagpole at a Memorial Service for 9/11 - life goes on in a different way.

Gone are the old feelings I used to have of abandonment by America that year when he was in Southeast Asia, stemming the advance of communism that threatened to overwhelm all of Asia at the time.
What remains is finding it unbelievable that so many still harbor the concept that PEACE can be had merely by wishful thinking !!!

Today's thread is asolutely beautiful, Billie, serving as a reminder of the kind of lovely and peaceful thngs our military ensures we might have and enjoy....

(How is that for a graceful step down from the soapbox?! LOL)

Yes - the theme today was welcome after an emotional week for America - - -

I missed all of you!

[Billie]

think this is one of your finest! So pretty!

Thanks, lonestar. It definitely was a fun one to do - no-holds-barred frilly and feminine!