USO Canteen Freeper Style 12-24-01 Christmas Eve

12-24-01 | Snow Bunny - Graphics by Billie

[Billie]

Christmas at the Canteen

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.

Merry Christmas, Chief!  We love you
and we know you're watching.

               

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[Billie]

For those of you who haven't met him yet, our new mascot, Beamer, joins Bunny and me in wishing you all a wonderful holiday!

   Merry Christmas   

          

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[Billie]

I went to bed EARLY last night and woke up a few minutes ago so wide awake. Good morning anyone still up!

[Billie]

On this day before Christmas, once again I'd like to express my thanks to each and every one of you - not only those that are pictured below (which is a link to the tribute to FR's Veterans and Active Military Personnel), but to all who served or are now serving our country. May this time next year we see Peace on Earth, and Good Will Towards All. Have a Blessed Christmas, stay safe, and be well.

     

[Aeronaut]

I'm not still up. I, like you, got up early. Good morning and Merry Christmas eve. Woof to beamer.

[Billie]

      Dear Soldier, Sailor, Marine, Airman...

I just want to thank you for being there....for me, my family, your family, for our country....for fighting to keep it strong and free.
I pray that God will bless you and keep you safe. You are all our HEROS, and when you return, there will be parties and balloons and fireworks and parades, and dancing in the street.

[Billie]

Good Christmas Eve morning to you, good friend. I can't believe I'm awake! WIDE awake! But I have a million things to do today - guess I'm getting a REALLY early start!

[Aeronaut]

What time is it where you are? It's about ten to four here in the peoples republik of minnesota.

[jjbrouwer]

I've been up for hours. Mind you it is almost 10 am here.

I posted this to give you an idea how seriously the Brits take their Christmas shopping:
Turkey Rage

[Billie]

Texas - we're CST, too!

[Billie]

I've been up for hours. Mind you it is almost 10 am here.

Been there - sure messes up your sleep pattern for a day or so THERE and a day or so when you get back HERE! 'Morning!

[Billie]

Oh, yawwwwwn - WIDE awake didn't last long. Going back to bed! Later, ya'll!

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

[Carolinamom]

'Morning...yawn. I'll put the coffee on.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Merry Christmas Boys and Girls!
Santa Needs Your Help Today!

I hope that no Airman, Coast Guardsman,
Marine, Sailor or Soldier
Feels alone or forgotten on Christmas Day.
Please E-Mail a service man or woman TODAY
And Wish Them a Merry Christmas!
Click Here To Enter The USO Canteen Post Office

CLICK FOR UP-TO-DATE SET OF MILITARY & VETS SUPPORT LINKS

[Aeronaut]

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Merry Christmas!

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

[Aeronaut]

Some breakfast?

[Carolinamom]

What a treat.....I love to be waited on! LOL

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

"What a treat.....I love to be waited on!"