FReeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel and Veterans Day ~ 11 November 07

Serving The Best Troops and Veterans In The World | The Canteen Crew

[Kathy in Alaska]

 

 

 

 

NEVER ENOUGH TIME

While I have only been an occasional visitor to Washington, I was struck by one scene so strongly that it remains as somewhat of a reference. My first view "up close and personal" of the Pentagon was neither awe-inspiring nor intimidating. To be sure, I was impressed with the size of the building, but that was about it. What came upon me, and has stayed with me, is the image of an ant farm. An enormous one, surely, but an ant farm nonetheless.

So may passageways with so many ants constantly traveling them. Seeming endless streams of countless ants going and coming through the entrances. Since this view came on a grey, cold March morning, with barren trees and lingering winter, it seemed all the more depressing. I vowed then never to become one of those ants. I would not let myself be lost as one of the faceless, powerless, unknown minions of the "head ant" in the great farm. Not to mention the echo in my mind, that which is often considered a sarcastic oxymoron: "I'm from Washington, and I'm here to help."

Yet something else echoes in my mind. From the Christian Scriptures, the words of the Apostle Paul to the people of Colossae, chapter 4, verse 23: "Whatever you do, do from the heart, as for the Lord . . ." For it is then I remember that no matter how small or insignificant my work may seem to me or even to others, I am powerful and effective. My faith reminds me that I am known and loved by my God. More than that, as I do the work, I allow His love to flow through me. And then the work, the worker, and the workplace are transformed into something sacred and beautiful because God is there. No longer dark, dreary, and cold, but bright, cheerful, and warm is the workplace because God's work is being done. No longer nameless, faceless, and powerless, but known, loved, and empowered is the worker doing God's work. The work itself then, too, is transformed into an opportunity to share God's love and joy with others as we struggle to bring peace to His world.

CDR Brian Simpson, CHC, USN

 

 

 

[Cindy]

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Good Sunday morning, tt...((HUGS))

And happy Veterans Day and thank you for your service to our country.

The weather guessers lied here too....it snowed!!

[AZamericonnie]

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Mayor, for today's sustenance for body and soul.

Happy Veterans Day and thank you for your service to our country.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, AZ, for LeAnn’s Amazing Grace.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Happy Lord's Day, Raffus, and thanks for all your do for our troops.

And Happy Veterans Day, Mr Raffus, and thank you for your service to our country.

[PROCON]

Am I in the elite 100 again, just askin/sarc

[Kathy in Alaska]

Honoring Our Heroes

AbnSarge USA
Allegra
3 sons (armymarinemom and amdad)
Brett USN (CindyDawg)
Brother and Son-in-Law (kalee)
Cannoneer No. 4
Clarinet_King USAF (NerdDad/CDBear)
Col Mike (gpapa)
CMS USA
David USAF (LUV W)
Defender2
Deven USA (Shimmer)
Ethan USMC (georgiabelle)
Future Snake Eater USA (RightOnline)
Jade Falcon USN
JemiansTerror USA (Jemian)
Jet Jaguar USAF
Joel (NEMDF)
Jonathan USMC (AZbushgal)
Josh USN (doug from upland)
Karen USA (fatima's granddaughter)
KB4W USAF (arbee4bush)
Kenneth (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
Kevin (skimask)
Kevin and David USA (vigilante2)
Laurita USA
LCpl Carter USMC
Lindsay (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
Lt David (Coldwater Creek)
Capt Jason Clendenin (friend of Frou)
M1Tanker
MEG33's Navy Grandson
Mike1Sg USA (mystery-ak)
Milo828 USA (mystery-ak)
Nate USN (sneakers)
Old Sarge USA
OneLoyalAmerican USCG
Robert, Jeremy & Daynnis USA (SoldierDad)
Sgt Sean Reed (preed)
Son USCG (GodBlessUSA)
SPC Mike USA (AbnSarge)
SSGT John Linde USA (JFoxbear)
Terrence USN (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
The Sailor
tongue-tied USN/USA
Tonkin USN/USCG
txradioguy USA
Valerie USAF (Shimmer)
Victor and Tony D USMC (weldgophardline)
WilliamUSA (jackv)

 

[Texas Termite]

WE thank you too Kathy... for remaining true to a beloved thread of those who are no longer with us.... TC, Tonkin... the list could go on forever.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all who serve, and their families.

Our gratitude to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.. and we will be forever grateful that we live in this great country..... The land of the free.. and truly, the home of the brave.

Blessings to all......

“TT”, Beth & Nana

[Theresawithanh]

Hi, Kathy! Hi everyone! Great thread!

God bless the men and women of the United States Military and all veterans!

[The Mayor]

Thank you and Thank you for the thread!

[The Mayor]

[Kathy in Alaska]

To our Military -

Thank you for protecting us. Sleep well and safe.
May you be protected. May your families' hearts be at ease.

Thank you to our Allies.

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To those of our Military and Allies who gave their all,
- May your souls rest in peace. May your families be comforted.
May your/our country remember.

[eleni121]

Mere words that cannot convey the respect and dedication we owe to the men and women who defend our nation and freedom everywhere on this planet.

They are the miracles that make miracles...

[HiJinx]

Nepotism stopped my direct involvement in the defense industry. 8(

Well, I think we know where your heart's at, and that's just fine by me, Raffus. Thanks for always being here and offering your support.

[SheLion]

[MEG33]

November 11~We Honor All Who Have
Served and Sacrificed For The Freedoms We Enjoy.

[laurenmarlowe]

United States Marine Corps Band~National Anthem

Thank you to all our Veterans who have served our Country to defend our Freedom

[laurenmarlowe]

Bill Monroe & The Bluegrass Boys ~ When He Reached Down His Hand For Me

The Country Gentlemen ~ I Am A Pilgrim

Alan Jackson ~ I Love To Tell The Story

John Conlee ~ Peace Within

Charlie Moore ~ Over In The Gloryland

Alabama ~ Down By The Riverside

Elvis Presley ~ You'll Never Walk Alone

The Marksmen ~ Way Down Deep In My Soul

Statler Brothers ~ Noah Found Grace In The Eyes Of The Lord

The Blue Ridge Quartet ~ He'll Pilot Me

Vince Gill ~ Soldier Of The Cross

[SheLion]

My hubby passed away in 2003.  We were married 34 years and I miss him with all my heart.

He was a Viet Nam Vet with two Purple Hearts!!!!  He served 26 years for our County.

Maine Rebel, I will never forget you..................