A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day......August 13 & 14th-07....Military Tribute

Billie, The Mayor

[luvie]

I hope that your neighbors are conservatives or that they are moving to Austin...the liberal hotbed of Texas...or they are in for a major culture shock! LOL!

I guess I will have to keep my opinions to myself while up there, huh? :D

[jaycee]

Outstanding picture in #2m Meg! I can almost hear them!

[jaycee]

Don’t know where the little m came in re:#2.....LOL~~~my trigger finger went off~~~~

[Majie Purple]

I just came across this & thought of any in FReeperville who might like to have it/can use it. It's too pretty to pass up and not post, in case someone wants it!

[Excuse_My_Bellicosity]

070811-N-2659P-013 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 11, 2007) - An SH-60F Seahawk, assigned to the "Eightballers" of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 8, fires a Hellfire Air-to-Ground Missile at a target during exercise Valiant Shield 2007. HS-8 is part of the part of the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group. The John C. Stennis, Kitty Hawk and Nimitz Carrier Strike Groups are participating in Valiant Shield 2007, the largest joint exercise in recent history. Held in the Guam operating area, the exercise includes 30 ships, more than 280 aircraft and more than 20,000 service members from the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul Perkins (RELEASED)

070812-N-1513W-057 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 12, 2007) - Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Cruz McGuire, attached to weapons department, moves and AIM-9 sidewinder missile from the flight deck to the main deck during weapons download aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). The John C. Stennis, Kitty Hawk and Nimitz Carrier Strike Groups are participating in Valiant Shield 2007, the largest joint exercise in recent history. Held in the Guam operating area, the exercise includes 30 ships, more than 280 aircraft and more than 20,000 service members from the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Richard R. Waite (RELEASED)

070809-N-9760Z-044 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 9, 2007) - An F/A-18C, assigned to the "Sunliners" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81, prepares to land on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group (CSG) and embarked (CVW) 11 are deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations, participating in exercise Valiant Shield 2007. Valiant Shield the largest joint exercise in recent history, includes 30 ships, more than 280 aircraft and more than 20,000 service members from the Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Coast Guard. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eduardo Zaragoza (RELEASED)

070808-N-2858G-043 SIGONELLA, Sicily (Aug. 8, 2007) - Sailors assigned to Naval Air Station Sigonella inspected the wreckage of a World War II aircraft that was caught in a fishing boat's net off the coast of Sicily. The aircraft is being checked for identifying markings in hopes of discovering information regarding the planes mission and occupant. NAS Sigonella provides logistical support for Commander, 6th Fleet and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) forces in the Mediterranean area. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gunnar C. Gorder (RELEASED)

[ConorMacNessa]

GOOD MILITARY MONDAY TO THE FINEST!

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The Soldier’s Code

1) I am an American fighting man. I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.

2) I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender my men while they still have the means to resist.

3) If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

4) If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me, and will back them up in every way.

5) When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am bound to give only name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies, or harmful to their cause.

6) I will never forget that I am an American fighting man, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower, August, 1955.

[Aquamarine]

Thanks for The Soldier's Code post Conor.

[Diver Dave]

Evenin’ Mayor. Always look forward to Military Tribute days at The Finest and the opportunity to say Thanks to our Armed Forces - Past and Present.

[Majie Purple]

Yea! More terific pics!
They are missed when your posting breaks are taken.

[GodBlessUSA]

[The Mayor]

August 14, 2007

The Leap

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READ: Genesis 12:1-4

By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out. —Hebrews 11:8

During a baseball game in the summer of 2006, Boston Red Sox centerfielder Coco Crisp made a spectacular play. David Wright of the New York Mets hit a ball toward left centerfield. The ball was moving away from Crisp as he raced after it. Just as it began to fall to the ground, Crisp dove headlong toward it. With his body flying through the air, he stretched his gloved hand as far as possible—and caught the ball. Some called it the best catch they had ever seen.

What were his thoughts as the ball sliced through the air? Crisp said, “I didn’t think I could get there. I decided to go for it. I took a leap of faith.”

In Hebrews 11, we read of what Abraham discovered “by faith.” God called him to leave his country and family and go “to a land that I will show you” (Gen. 12:1). By faith, Abraham obeyed.

Is God calling you to do something difficult? Perhaps to take a missions trip to help people in need. Or to witness to someone throwing her life away with bad decisions. Or to show kindness and love in a relationship that needs encouragement. If you aren’t sure you can do it, ask God to help you. Then, trusting your loving heavenly Father, dive toward that goal. It could be the best play of your life.

We who love Jesus are walking by faith,
Not seeing one step that’s ahead;
Not doubting one moment what our lot may be,
But looking to Jesus instead. —Fields

When God presents you with a challenge, take a leap of faith.

Bible in One Year:   Psalms 89-90; Romans 14

[The Mayor]

Happy Birthday Lady Jag!

[stopem]

Good Morning all!

[DollyCali]

Thank you EMB! always great to catch your posts here. I do see them on occasion at the other threads!

[DollyCali]

In the "spirit" of Military Tribute

and to wish you a

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

[jaycee]

Good Morning!

[007girl]

Thank You!

[jaycee]

Good Morning, 007girl! Nice to see you this morning~~~

[The Mayor]

No, Thank you!

[MEG33]

*HAPPY BIRTHDAY*

LADY JAG

Have A Wonderful Day!...(((LadyJ)))