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

[whoever]

Oh, do those look delicious. Thanks a million.

Billie, do you have the gravy ready? Come help with the potatoes.

[Billie]

Humphhh! I already said you were the cat's pajamas and you never even thanked me for that adorable post. :)

PING!

[Billie]

Amy, I need to borrow your little bawling girl.....Louie won't give me a bite of his pie.

[Billie]

Oh, yummy....garlic mashed potatoes! White gravy coming up. :)

Actually, the other night we were having dinner with friends who are on a 'heart healthy' diet, and she had fried chicken breasts (in olive oil), mashed potatoes (with yogurt instead of butter & milk) and no-fat white gravy (a mix - Pioneer brand - she said the others are not good), and I have to tell you, that gravy was really GOOD! Who would ever think it could be, but it was, promise!

[JustAmy]

Of course you can borrow her, do you want me to freepmail the url. (Don't tell Louie, he may take her back) LOL

Louie:

[The Thin Man]

Humphhh! I already said you were the cat's pajamas and you never even thanked me for that adorable post. :)

I was pouting because I've always thought "cat's meow" was preferable to "cat's pajamas." I would like to see you post a picture of that. :-)

[whoever]

..(a mix - Pioneer brand ..

Is that a local thing? A Texas thing? wonder if it is available on the 'net.

[lodwick]

;-) Night all - just back from big party. Goodness!

[Billie]

You're a lot of trouble, you know, but you ARE the CAT'S MEOW. (You better click on the picture)

[Billie]

I don't know how local it is - Do you have H.E.B.'s or Albertson's? Found here at those supermarkets. (I still haven't bought it) :)

[whoever]

No, Billie, we don't have those around here. I live in the country and not many stores right close. There is an Albertson's about 20 miles away, though. Might check that out. Thanks.

[The Thin Man]

LOL! You actually did it, and I did click on the picture after much trepidation. :-)

I think I'll 23 Skidoo now. Good night.

[dixie sass]

I'll be back, promise!!!!

[dixie sass]

Rotfl

[JustAmy]

[Billie]

Sure thing, who - it's with all the Schillings' and McCormick's dry, individually packaged seasonings, etc.

[Billie]

I think I'll 23 Skidoo now. Good night.

Meow! Me, too.

Jim, the kitty picture above I posted to T Man - the Meow wave file would be perfect with "Fred"'s picture! I can't remember if I have Fred or not!

[Billie]

I'm glad. I put you on my ping list. :)

Be sure and give us any ideas of others who you might like to see featured, too. I have several in mind, but, gosh, we would love to hear from some of you! Daisyscarlett and Mama_Bear are helping me with keeping it posted and fresh every day, so they're doing the Freeper(s) of the Day when they post. Be thinking of some of YOUR choices, too!

[Billie]

Cute sun - is it still shining on the West Coast?! LOL

[Billie]

Nite, all! No new thread tomorrow, so anyone wants to bump this one or play all night, have fun. :)