A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 06-29,30-02 Weekend

Billie

[Billie]

A Few of FR's Finest.....
......Every Day

FR is a Treasure Trove of talented, compassionate, patriotic, wonderful people who gather every day to discuss the latest news and issues;  salute
and support our military and our leaders;  tell a few jokes;  learn a new
word;  write poetry;  pray for those in need;  and congratulate those who
are deserving. Thank you, Jim Robinson, for giving us the vehicle in which
we can express ourselves.

Free Republic made its debut in September, 1996, and the forum was added in early 1997.  I
can remember lurking when there were only a few regulars who posted, and now there are over 60,000 who have registered for posting privileges. The forum is read daily by tens of thousands
of concerned citizens and patriots from all around the country and the world.

A Few of FR's Finest November 11, 2001

So many people have written me since my original Veteran's Day Tribute, asking how they, or a loved one, could be included in that tribute. Since I can no longer add the photos to the body of the thread, I've been including them in additional posts as I received enough to make another collage.

Still that doesn't seem to be enough. I think there's never been a better nor more appropriate time to keep the faces of our own Veterans and Active Military in front of FReepers--every day! That's why I wanted to do yet another Daily Thread .....ABOUT FReepers .....and FOR FReepers. But not only about our Military FReepers; for all FReepers! Wouldn't it be nice to get to know a few of the other FReepers as well? That's why, in addition to seeing FR's Finest Military Personnel every day, I thought it might be fun to feature a different FReeper (or FReepers) each day. If you would like to be pictured, or know someone who would, please FReepmail me and we'll turn the spotlight - on YOU - for the day!

And do let me know if you'd like your picture added to the groups of Veterans/Active Military below. I will keep this page updated, and continue to add them to the comment section of the original Veteran's Day thread as well.

TOP: Logos, SwedeGirl's hubby, Neil E Wright, FallGuy, 1John, Sneakypete
MIDDLE:  T'wit, COB1, LadyX, Dick Bachert, 68-69TonkinGulfYatchClub
BOTTOM:  YankeeinSC, Delta21, JoeSixPack1

TOP:  Bosniajmc, AFVetGal, Archy, A Navy Vet

MIDDLE:  4TheFlag, Aeronaut, 68Grunt, Xinga

BOTTOM:  Codger, AAABest, Clinton's A Liar, Duke809, dcwusmc

TOP:  mc5cents, Norb2569, LBGA's son, VanJenerette

MIDDLE:  Jim Robinson, KJenerette, davidosborne, KG9Kid

BOTTOM:  gwmoore, Equality7-2521, SAMWolf

TOP:  porgygirl, Phil V., MudPuppy, NorCoGOP

MIDDLE:  RaceBannon, OneidaM, rdb3, jwTexian

BOTTOM:  USMC Vet, TheMayor, Vineyard, rhododogma

TOP:  spectr17, RightOnline, SERE_Doc, Tet68

MIDDLE:  FutureSnakeEater, RightOnline's wife, CIApilot, Clamper1797
BOTTOM:  usmcobra, onedoug, DiverDave, Joe6-pack

TOP:  g'nad, AgThorn's son Justin, SLB, AgThorn's son Brett

MIDDLE:  fish70, razorback-bert, CheneyChick,Leroy S Mort, Mark17

BOTTOM:  Terry's Take, Taxman, DinkyDau

TOP:  ValerieUSA's son Grant, SK1Thurman, kd5cts, RangerVetNam,

dansangel and .45man's son-in-law Tony

BOTTOM:  rangerX, Old China Hand, Trish, Howlin's dad, Mustang

TOP: ohioWfan's son, MamaBear's father-in-law, MamaBear's dad, ladtx

MIDDLE:  The Mayor's niece, M.Kehoe, Beach_Babe's son-in-law

BOTTOM:  deadhead's dad, HiJinx, Severa's hubby, viligantcitizen's granddad.

                     

A Few of FR's Finest.....
Voices Silent, They Are Not Forgotten


1John - 02-01-02           CHIEF_Negotiator - 10-03-01
BCM - 09-11-01     BKO - 09-11-01     CommiesOut - 05-25-02

FreeRepublic Memorial Wall

These are only five of the FRiends who are no longer with us, but they are the only photos I had and the most recent. BCM and BKO, among the casualties of September 11th; Chief Negotiator, a tragic accident just weeks later; 1John, who is pictured in the very first veteran's group above; and CommiesOut, who passed away just last month.

I remember also BC Johnson, EdLinn, RR, OldAtlanta, heavyd, CaseyJay.....familiar names I used to see often on many threads. There are other names on the Memorial Wall some of you may remember: LoveUSA's father, Michael A. Marhevka; laissezfirearm, and JMIRACLE.

This weekend's thread is dedicated to the memory of these dear friends. I hope you will take a few minutes and visit the Memorial Wall and read some of the tributes that are linked to each name. The Wall is a beautiful tribute, created and maintained by Mr_Magoo, "for all of those whose voices have been silenced."

"Rest in Peace, Dear Friends, we will carry the Torch of Freedom in Your Memory."

THIS WEEK'S THREADS

06-24-02 FResno FReepers
06-25-02....Q6-God
06-26-02....Beowolf
06-27-02....Rintense
06-28-02....JustAmy

[Billie]

Thank you, Kim! Appreciate the BUMP!

[JustAmy]

What a beautiful tribute to our freepers who are no longer with us. It looks like a labor of love; you did a wonderful job.

[Billie]

I'm glad you're here, but I'm so sorry about the poison oak! : ( Wishing I could make it better. Perhaps a rose and some butterfles?

[Billie]

Hi, Amy, thank you. I love doing it, and it's so nice to see more FReepers becoming involved. I was going to mention in the opening post, and forgot to, that since Monday, I've been getting one or two letters a day from FReepers who want to add their photos to the Veterans' group. I will be adding a new group Monday or Tuesday.

[JustAmy]

I can't bake a pineapple pie so until Ms. Daisy gets it out of the oven, I will share my speciality with you.

[dutchess]

Thanks for the flowers and butterflys. You just put a big smile on my face! (that plus Mr. Dutchess just brought me a gin and tonic LOL...)

[JustAmy]

Okay ---- I went back to my mail box this morning!

A taxi passenger tapped the driver on the shoulder to ask him a question.
The driver screamed, lost control of the car, nearly hit a bus went up on the footpath, and stopped just inches from a shop window.
For a second everything went quiet in the cab, then the driver said "Look buddy, don't ever do that again. You scared the hell out of me!"
The passenger apologized and said he didn't realize that a little tap could scare him so much.
The driver replied "Sorry, it's not really your fault. Today is my first day as a cab driver - I've been driving 'hearses' for the last 25 years!!!!!"

[whoever]

.. I'd about given up on you for the day..

Please remember that I am West Coast, and I live on a swing/graveyard schedule. I am not an early riser, therefore. But, I do come in here first thing when I sign on. I really appreciate all you folks and enjoy every minute I spend here

PAINFUL PUNS

Hangover: The wrath of grapes.
Income Tax: Capital punishment.
A used car is not always what it's jacked up to be.
Two silkworms were in a race. They ended up in a tie.

To my sweetheart: My cooking's gotten better since I fondue.
A robber broke into the police station and stole all the toilet seats, and the police didn't have anything to go on.
Middle Age: When actions creak louder than words.
Egotist: One who is me-deep in conversation.

Did you hear about the woman who started dating rakes and fell on hard tines?
Why won't melons elope to Las Vegas? They cantaloupe.
Archeologist: A man whose career lies in ruins.
Kleptomaniac: One who can't help himself from helping himself.

Did you hear about the snake who gave birth to a bouncing baby boa?
Once I got angry at the chef of an Italian restaurant, so I gave him a pizza my mind.
California smog test: Can UCLA?
The competition at a local dog show was quite "Ruff"
Q: How did the pig with laryngitis feel? A: Dis-gruntled.

[daisyscarlett]

Looks like President Cheney was getting some advice from Sen. Helms....

Vice President Dick Cheney visits with Senator Jesse Helms, R-N.C., right, in his hospital room at Western Wake Medical Center in Raleigh, N.C., Friday, June 28, 2002.(AP Photo/The White House, Moreen E. Ishikawa, HO)

[ST.LOUIE1]

RE: 83

AhhhhRooooo! : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

I can't bake a pineapple pie so until Ms. Daisy gets it out of the oven,
I will share my speciality with you.

Well now, that's a mighty fine offer, Princess.

Gimme them cookies now! LOL

Guess you had enough last night, hmmmmm? : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

Good ones! LOL

Hey, 'who'. : )

[Prodigal Son]

Thanks! Stay tuned!

I will!

[ArneFufkin]

Awesome thread as usual, Billie. I just learned now "heavyD" died ... he was a crusty cool guy!! Uggghhh. A couple of times during those "enthusiastic" Brigader-Bush-Keyes free-for-alls, I speculated on what the "D" stood for in his moniker (no flattery was involved in the process, you may have guessed ;^) Good laughs, he gave as good as he got, too. Bummer! Regards fine lady!

[lodwick]

Hearses = hilarious - thank you. ;-)

[lodwick]

aaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrgggggggggg gghhhhhhhhhhhhhh Who! ;-)

[daisyscarlett]

Good afternoon....Thank you for the lovely graphic of thanks. Are you still accepting ?

Oh but of course you are:

[daisyscarlett]

That angel graphic is beautiful. Course I clicked and clicked trying to get it to play a hymn or spiritual music....You have me well trained...lol...

[lodwick]

Something to gnaw on

[daisyscarlett]

I thought Mama Bear and Amy were to bring you home some pie last night from the Frenso Baker's Square Restaurant and Bakery.....What happened? It is very hot here and I did not want to turn the oven on today, but I will make an exception for you....Do you like ice cream or whipped cream with your pineapple pie?