USO Canteen Freeper Style 10/11/01

Snow Bunny (graphics by Billie)

[Billie]

USO Canteen Freeper Style

War has come to our shores. It was committed on American soil.  We have been able to live in Freedom only because of those who have fought in the past wars giving life, limb and all the sacrifices for us to live in Freedom and go about our day without fear.

On September 11, 2001, that comfort, that feeling of living in a land that would not be attacked ended.

William T. Sherman said it succinctly, "War is hell."

The day has come for this Nation and its people to understand that there is a risk in losing its freedom, and in reality there always has been. We have ONLY stayed free because of the sacrifices of our military, our warriors.

This is about saving the future of America. Aristotle said, "We make war that we may live in peace."

We are seeing the American Flag flying at homes now more than ever in my lifetime. We are seeing the American Flag flying on vehicles and people wearing Flag pins and small Flags on their clothes. America is united in the cause for Freedom and for our country to WIN against the evil that came upon our land to kill and hurt us. To change our way of life and to destroy America which is US, you and me. To take away our precious Freedom.

This is the Freeper version of the USO Canteen. Where soldiers could come and feel a small part of being at home. It is a place where you that have family in the military can post a thought to a loved one that might be able to read it far away from home. A place where we that support our military can help support them, post to them, fun graphics showing the price in America and our troops. Poems, quotes, cartoons, or articles of how America is behind our troops.

Those in our military are our Nation's warriors. Let us join hands, fly our Flag and let the world know how important our warriors are to us....And that our MILITARY, our Warriors, are America's TRUE HEROS!

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"No Marine was ever honored for what they received. Honor was the reward for what they gave." (Anonymous) CHIEF gave his all in many ways. He touched our lives and his friendship meant so much to all of us. He will live in our hearts forever, and his friendship will always be a bright and shining memory in our hearts and souls.

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[lodwick]

Thanks for the obl pic! It brought a laugh after the tears brought on by Peggy Noonan's moving tribute. That lady is Nails! Thanks for the donuts, cakes, and good grub, IG; be sure to alert us when you will be having the Iowa Chops!

Make a new FReeping friend every day, JL

[Iowa Granny]

That is the second reference to Iowa Chops I've seen you post in recent days. (I was on the original committee that developed the Iowa Chop concept OH, SO MANY years ago). I will get some extra thick ones ordered from the supplier, and have pockets sliced in them. Stuffed Iowa Chops,,w/Apple and Sage Dressing will be served at 7:00 pm CDT tonite.

[daisyscarlett]

Good Morning to All.

Although she is a bit long in the tooth, here is a picture of a great C&W singer. Even though she is aging, her voice is still wonderful and she remains true to the country sound. And she is giving a bluegrass benefit at the Opry for the victims of 9/11/01.

[lodwick]

Long teeth are very helpful when dealing with Iowa Chops.

[Iowa Granny]

*that's not quite the reply I expected from you, lodwick*

[lodwick]

Just trying to keep the Canteen a clean, wholesome, non-lusting sort of place early in the day. I have to be very careful not to start something that I can't finish properly. LOL

Now, back to the stupid taxes, JL

[Billie]

Loved what the President had to say last night. Very comforting. Good to see BigWaveBetty has found us. Which reminds me.......HA! another pinup (posted on the Guild not long ago by LBGA who had visited with BWB)....
This one's real from the head to the toes, FR's own BigWaveBetty.

[Scuttlebutt]

Just a bump and a gentle reminder for all to remember the crewmembers of the USS Cole today.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

"Just a bump and a gentle reminder for all to remember the crewmembers of the USS Cole today."

USS Cole DDG 67

God Rest Their Souls

[BigWaveBetty]

Thanks for the reminder. In Honor of the USS Cole and the souls lost.

[BigWaveBetty]

Thanks for the reminder. In Honor of the souls lost on the USS Cole.

[mountaineer]

Long teeth are very helpful when dealing with Iowa Chops.

That has to be the goofiest thing I've ever heard you say, JL. None of the fellows here at the canteen has a clue what you're talking about, but they laughed anyway and grabbed another slab of cinnamon apple cake.

[Snow Bunny]

Glad to see you and stop in anytime too. Good food, entertainment, and a place to post things to support our troops and their families and our veterans too here at FR.

[Snow Bunny]

Thanks for the pecan pies. I wish we could send homemade cookies etc. to our troops. I can understand why we can't but it would be fun, especially at Christmas time .

[Snow Bunny]

ClancyJ, thank you so much for letter in your post. I am printing out each thread of the Canteen and making copies then sending about 20 copies in the boxes hubby and I are sending to the troops. So this is great.Thank you.

[Snow Bunny]

Great pictures, I am so glad you posted them, this is wonderful . You look good my friend !

[Snow Bunny]

Billie this is so great . I love that you posted this of BWB.

It looks like the cover of a magazine. Hey BWB ! You might be getting fan mail ya know once I print this thread out and send it. I have feeling you just might.

I love this picture , you look great and the steps with the water make it perfect.

Troops this picture is of a beautiful girl you are fighting for and protecting. Thank you so much.

Osama eat your heart out you pig.giggle

[Snow Bunny]

Yes,Scuttlebutt...... we will never forget. That was such a horrible thing to happen. Thanks for your post.

Our terrorists attacks began before 9-11-01....never forget the crewmembers of the USS Cole .

[Snow Bunny]

Good morning and thank you so for all you are doing. It is such fun working together at the Canteen.

[Mama_Bear]

Good morning Snow Bunny. Wish I could stay and play with y'all, but I need to head off to work. :-(

I will see if I can get Mr. Mama_Bear to take some pictures of Jim and the gang counter protesting the "peaceniks" in Fresno tonight. I will post a couple later this evening. I've had many people tell me to be careful up there, but these are peace-loving pacifists, after all. What's to be concerned about? Like I told "Louie", I am anticipating nothing but love vibes coming from their side of street. < /sarcasm> LOL! :-)

Have a nice day, everyone.