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]

Good night, Billie, thanks for today's. Sleep well. May God bless you each day.

[ofMagog]

Although one of Cobby would be close, there's a photo of me:
HERE

[JustAmy]

Haven't you heard the sun always shines in California? LOL

[daisyscarlett]

Look what I found when I went looking for my coffee cup today...

[daisyscarlett]

[JustAmy]

Ahhhhh
How very sweet she is; this is the only cat I have at this time. (well I may be able to find another cyber cat)

[lodwick]

Wonderful Twisted Proverbs - thanks.

[LadyX]

Think it's a good time to post the kitty going 'round and 'round, Billie!
That ones always makes me laugh..:)))

[LadyX]

The Crew does not require a mug shot,
We have to look at see it every day aboard ship when we receive our Group Therapy!

SPARE THE WORLD!!
LOLOL and (((hugs)) Mon Capitan.....

[lodwick]

FReD

[ofMagog]

0442 Monday 44F
South of Dunedin, NZ
Well, Billie wanted a photo of me, but as I said, she cudda used an out of focus one of Cobby just as well, even if I am better looking and younger.

[blackie]

I never give up...I got married the first time when I was 19, the second time I was 22 and the third time I was 32...yep, the third time is a charm... :o)

PS, they were/are all great ladies, I was the big jerk, it took Barb some time to tame me...she hung in there... :o)

[ST.LOUIE1]

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

I heard that! : (

You girls can mix and match all you'd like. : )

[COB1]

"she cudda used an out of focus one of Cobby just as well, even if I am better looking and younger."

OfM, I stay a little out of focus, and if you're not better looking than vomit and younger than dirt, she can use my picture to stand in for you.

[COB1]

You be a son of Mr. and Mrs. Hemingway, I presume.

[ofMagog]

Nay, I lost out in the one time I entered the look alike contest.

[COB1]

Sorry, ma'am.
Ya gotta come to Texis to enjoy thet Pioneer brand.
Like we say, it's bigger and better in Texis!

[JustAmy]

A local priest and pastor stood by the side of the road holding up a sign that said, "The End is Near! Turn yourself around now before it's too late!"
They planned to hold up the sign to each passing car.
"Leave us alone you religious nuts!" yelled the first driver as he sped by.
From around the curve they heard a big splash. "Do you think," said one clergy to the other, "we should just put up a sign that says 'bridge out' instead?"

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Is it time for more silly jokes?

[COB1]

If you lost, ofM, the contest was fixed!
Someone was on the old payola.
Someone was in the till.
Someone was greasing some palms.
The fix was in, the take went down, the bad guys scored.
I'd sue!!

[COB1]

"Is it time for more silly jokes?"

Always, Amy!!