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FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops! ~ 19 February 2015
Serving The Best Troops and Veterans In The World !!
| The Canteen Crew
Posted on 02/18/2015 6:00:46 PM PST by Kathy in Alaska
~ The FReeper Canteen Presents ~
~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~
BIG SKY SKIER Isaac Blunt, a former Marine who lost both legs to an improvised explosive device two years ago in Afghanistan, rockets down a ski slope ahead of volunteers at Big Sky Ski Resort, MT, Feb. 14, 2014. DOD photo by Michael J. MacLeod
Canteen Mission Statement
Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allies' military and family members of the above. Honoring those who have served before.
SUBMARINE RETURN
The attack submarine USS Virginia arrives at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, CT, Feb. 13, 2014, after completing a scheduled six-month overseas deployment in the U.S. European Command area of responsibility. U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Timothy Hawkins
GUN LINE
Army Sgt. John Mazza lays in the gun line using an aiming circle to ensure that three 81mm mortar systems are aiming at the same target on Camp Ethan Allen Training Site in Jericho, VT, Feb. 8, 2014. Mazza, a mortarman, is assigned to Vermont National Guard's Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 172nd Infantry Regiment. The soldiers conducted the live fire-exercise to prepare them for their upcoming rotation on Fort Polk, LA. National Guard photo by U.S. Army Sgt Heidi Kroll
COASTAL SKYLINE
U.S. Army Sgt. Ron Cowgill looks out at the sea during a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter flight mission along the coast of Kuwait, Feb. 6, 2014. Cowgill, a crew chief, is assigned to the Michigan Army National Guard's 3rd Battalion, 238th General Support Aviation Battalion. New York National Guard photo by Army Sgt. Harley Jelis
TREE REMOVAL
Army Spc. Nathan Arroyo assists in clearing debris and downed trees from a rural road in Aiken, SC, Feb. 15, 2014. Arroyo is assigned to South Carolina Army National Guard's 1221st Engineer Clearance Company. National Guard photo by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jorge Intriago
BAGRAM TAKE OFF
A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft takes off on a mission at dawn from Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Feb. 11, 2014. U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Gary J. Rihn
SUPER WASH
U.S. sailors wash an F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in the Gulf of Oman, Feb. 16, 2014. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility to conduct maritime security operations, support theater cooperation efforts and support Operation Enduring Freedom. The sailors are assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 32. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Karl Anderson
MARINE SUPPORT
A U.S. Marine Corps mine-resistant, ambush-protected vehicle provides security in the Now Zad district in Afghanistan's Helmand province, Feb. 16, 2014. The vehicle is assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment. The unit supported Afghan forces conducting an operation in the area. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sean Searfus
HORNET REFUEL
An FA-18D Hornet aircraft connects to a KC-130J Super Hercules aircraft for aerial refueling during Cobra Gold 2014 over Rayong, Thailand, Feb. 12, 2014. The Hornet pilots are assigned to Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242, Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, 3rd Marine Expeditionary Force. The Hercules crew is assigned to Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, 3rd Marine Expeditionary Force. U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Pfc. Mark Adams
VEHICLE RECOVERY
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Diamond Aranda scans the area while providing security during a downed vehicle recovery in the Now Zad district of Afghanistan's Helmand province, Feb. 16, 2014. Aranda, an assaultman, is assigned to India Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sean Searfus
Please remember that The Canteen is here to support and entertain our troops and veterans and their families, and is family friendly.
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To: ConorMacNessa
Good evening, Mac...*HUGS*...did the weather allow you to sally forth today?
We are still too warm...thaw/freeze, thaw/freeze for at least another week.
I’m off for home.
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posted on
02/18/2015 6:45:12 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: Kathy in Alaska
yeah i know, I’m late.
Hi Everybody!
((((HUGS))))
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posted on
02/18/2015 6:45:18 PM PST
by
left that other site
(You shall know the Truth, and The Truth Shall Set You Free.)
To: The Mayor
The story of Joseph is my Favorite OT section!
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posted on
02/18/2015 6:47:26 PM PST
by
left that other site
(You shall know the Truth, and The Truth Shall Set You Free.)
To: Kathy in Alaska
I did Sally Forth this morning. It was 3 degrees when I burst through the door. A little light snow earlier this evening - temps on the way back down to zero.
I'm going to hit the hay - ttyl!
"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." |
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posted on
02/18/2015 6:56:06 PM PST
by
ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN, 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in Battle!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Thanks!
We are still in same weather pattern.
Bitter cold and it will not stop snowing.
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posted on
02/18/2015 7:13:06 PM PST
by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Oh, wow! Thanks! Just another STSF! :)
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posted on
02/18/2015 7:41:01 PM PST
by
luvie
(All my heroes wear camos! Thank you David, Michael, Chris, Txradioguy, JJ, CMS, & ALL Vets, too!)
To: LUV W
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posted on
02/18/2015 7:59:26 PM PST
by
PROCON
(Always give 100%---unless you're donating blood.)
To: ConorMacNessa
Good night and don’t forget your spikies in the morning. *HUGS*
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posted on
02/18/2015 8:04:41 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: SandRat
Good evening, Sand...((HUGS))...did you chase Maddi today?
Does she like to lead G-Pa around holding on to his finger? Look, G-Pa? Come with me, G-Pa? Let’s go, G-Pa?
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posted on
02/18/2015 8:19:29 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: SandRat
LOL! Shades of my childhood.....brothers leaving an empty roll.
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posted on
02/18/2015 8:25:20 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: PROCON
Good evening, Pro...((HUGS))...is our warm weather pushing down to you?
Still having fun with your job?
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posted on
02/18/2015 8:38:00 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Hi Ma, we've had almost 60 degree weather everyday for awhile, SWEET!
I love my job, it's keeping me in shape and I'm meeting some nice new friends.
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posted on
02/18/2015 8:41:20 PM PST
by
PROCON
(Always give 100%---unless you're donating blood.)
To: PROCON
Heehee!
Slip, Trip, Stumble, Fall.
Means I just fell into it. :)
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posted on
02/18/2015 8:46:05 PM PST
by
luvie
(All my heroes wear camos! Thank you David, Michael, Chris, Txradioguy, JJ, CMS, & ALL Vets, too!)
To: PROCON
That’s really great....and making new friends in a new place is a good thing. Enjoy!
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posted on
02/18/2015 9:30:11 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: left that other site
Good morning, ML...((HUGS))...have a Terrific Thursday.
Has the cold gotten down to your area?
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posted on
02/18/2015 9:46:09 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: All
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posted on
02/19/2015 12:32:54 AM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: E.G.C.; beachn4fun; Arrowhead1952; ConorMacNessa; MEG33; LUV W; PROCON; SandRat; Mrs.Nooseman; ...
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posted on
02/19/2015 12:35:01 AM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: All
Good morning/afternoon/evening/night Troops, wherever you are.
Thank you for doing your part to help keep all of us free and safe.
Thanks, unique, for the pastries.
Coffee is always on........
How about a donut?
Cookies?
Veggies?
Sandwich?
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posted on
02/19/2015 12:36:50 AM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: Jet Jaguar; txradioguy; JemiansTerror; MEG33; Laurita; CMS; OneLoyalAmerican; Defender2; ...
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posted on
02/19/2015 12:37:53 AM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one ~)))
To: Kathy in Alaska
A very pleasant good Thursday morning to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country.
((HUGS))Good morning, Kathy. How's it going?
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posted on
02/19/2015 12:45:05 AM PST
by
E.G.C.
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