The FReeper Foxhole Remembers the Defense of Wake Island - Dec. 23rd, 2002

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[SAMWolf]

So many gave up their youth to make sure that their children had a better world to live in.

We can never say thank you enough.

[Victoria Delsoul]

I'm doing great, thanks, but I'm soooo tired! LOL, my feet are killing me.

[SAMWolf]

Need a foot massage?

[Soaring Feather]

I hope all is well with you, Ms. Feather!

Oh yes, great! Spending money like a wild woman!

That makes me happy!

I'm happy for you that you have these momentos from your DAD!

[Victoria Delsoul]

You bet, LOL! Big time.

[SAMWolf]

Current Military News
Home for the Holidays

U.S. Navy Cmdr. Reggie Carpenter, executive officer of Strike Fighter Squadron 83, greets his wife and his 5-month-old daughter upon returning home from a six-month deployment aboard the USS George Washington in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Brian Stueber


F/A-18 Hornets of Strike Fighter Squadron 81 approach Virginia Beach upon their return to Naval Air Station Oceana and to NAS Norfolk following a six-month deployment aboard the USS George Washington. The squadron was part of the carrier air wing embarked on the Norfolk-based carrier. While deployed, the air wing flew approximnately 10,000 sorties in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Lt. R. Taylor


The USS George Washington approaches the pier at Naval Station Norfolk after completing a six-month deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate Michael Sandberg


Family members and friends brave a chilly rain to cheer the arrival of the USS George Washington at Naval Station Norfolk. The carrier and her battle group returned home after a six-month deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The battle group also participated in numerous exercises with allies in the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean and visited a number of countries. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Michael Sandberg


Family members and friends cheer the arrival of the USS George Washington at Naval Station Norfolk. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Michael Sandberg


Family members await the return of the USS George Washington. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate Airman Gina Burton.


Sailors cross the brow as they depart the USS George Washington at Naval Station Norfolk. During the carrier's recently completed deployment, the George Washington launched about 10,000 sorties which included offensive strike missions to dislodge Taliban and Al-Qaeda operatives. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate Michael Sandberg


YEAREND PICTURES 2002 - Ten-year-old Timothy Martin is overcome with emotion after seeing his father, HM1 Kevin Martin, on the deck of the U.S.S. Roosevelt while the aircraft carrier returns to port at the U.S. Naval base at Norfolk, Virginia March 27, 2002. The Roosevelt set a record with 159 consecutive days at sea while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom following the attacks in New York City and Washington D.C

[SAMWolf]

I love the little "Santa elf wiggle"

[JustAmy]

I want to thank you and AntiJen again for the thread!
Here's wishing all veterans a very Merry Christmas.
They are appreciated!

[JustAmy]

Hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas.

[MistyCA]

Great find on the graphic, Victoria! Sam is so generous he left some for both of us! :) Just kidding!

[MistyCA]

Those things your mom is giving you are so special..but I know you know that! I have to tell you that I was very upset with a family I know of who threw all their dad's military stuff away without even knowing what it was. My husband was horrified to find the man's infantry medal (the one with the rifle) in the yard being trampled on. No one cared. Ugh! We took it home for safe keeping. :)

[MistyCA]

Thank the dear Lord for attics! ;)

[SAMWolf]

Thanks JustAmy.

[SAMWolf]

That Medal is the "Combat Infantrymans Badge"

[Victoria Delsoul]

Sam is so generous he left some for both of us! :)

Yeah, hard to believe huh? LOL!!!

[SAMWolf]

Don't say I didn't give you anything for Christmas. LOL!

[Victoria Delsoul]

Bwahahahahaha, Oh man! you're soooo good. Love it.

[MistyCA]

LMAO~! that's cute! :)

[Victoria Delsoul]

:-D

[MistyCA]

Thanks, Amy! What a neat graphic! Merry Christmas to you!