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

[lodwick]

heheh - internet karma, Amy?

Nice to see you and Who! this wonderfully soggy Sunday.
We've been getting some much needed rain, spinning up from he Gulf and showering down from Heaven. ;-)

[lodwick]

he Gulf? Preview? Nah. Karma? None. Good grief.

[whoever]

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

I have a couple cyber adopted cousins in Texas trying to convince me to 'come on down'.

[ST.LOUIE1]

Blackie, I'm afraid I missed wishing you and Barb a Happy Anniversary-so...

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

[JustAmy]

Rain???? What's that?

YOU KNOW YOU ARE IN FRESNO WHEN...

1. You have to explain to company from out of town, what animal a "Tri-tip" comes from and that it's indigenous to the area.
2. You buy salsa by the gallon.
3. Drivers think a red traffic light is just a suggestion.
4. All of your out-of-state friends start to visit after October, but clear out before the end of April.
5. Most of the restaurants in town have the first name "El" or "Los"
6. You think 6 tons of crushed rock makes a beautiful yard.
7. You notice your car overheating before you drive it.
8. You no longer associate bridges (or rivers) with water.
9. You see more irrigation water on the street than in the river.
10. You know a swamp cooler is not a happy hour drink.
11. You can say 115 degrees without fainting.
12. Vehicles with open windows have the right-of-way.
13. People break out coats when the temperature drops below 70.
14. You discover, in July, it only takes two fingers to drive your car.
15. You think someone driving wearing oven mitts is clever.
16. The pool can be warmer than you are.
17. You can make sun tea instantly.
18. You run your air conditioner in the middle of winter so you can use your fireplace.
19. People with black cars or upholstery are assumed to be from out-of-town.
20. Hot air balloons can't go up, because the air outside is hotter than the air inside.
21. You realize that Valley Fever isn't a disco dance.
22. The water from the cold water tap is the same temperature as the hot one.
23. It's noon in July, the kids are on summer vacation, and not one person is moving in the streets.
24. You actually burn your hand opening the car door.
25. You notice the best parking place is determined by shade instead of distance.

[whoever]

..Is it time for more silly jokes?..

It is always time in my book.

Besides, I am here and, therefore,

A guy says, "For our Twentieth Anniversary, I'm taking my wife to Australia."

His friend says, "That's going to be tough to beat. What are you going to do for your Twenty-fifth Anniversary?"

The first guy says, "I'm going to go back and get her."

[JustAmy]

This stuff must be contagous!

[whoever]

Good day, Saint.

I love this, you wouldn't mind if I 'borrow' it, would you?

I, of course, (ha) would give you credit......

[whoever]

..Thank God for Old Geezers! ..

Thanks for posting that.

I am a proud old geezerette.

[Billie]

Boo! Sorry - I'm not having much time today to 'play' - I hope to before the day is over. Don't make too much noise or wreck the place. No food fights please!

[lodwick]

;-)

You two are syncing nicely today.
That's great. bbl

[ST.LOUIE1]

Good day, Saint.

Good afternoon, dear.

I love this, you wouldn't mind if I 'borrow' it, would you?

It's yours. Take it away. : )

I, of course, (ha) would give you credit......

Never necessary to give me credit. No "ha". : )

[whoever]

..Second time is a charm. ..

And it worked! Thanks for staying with it, because when I did the right click thing, it still wouldn't give it up.

[daisyscarlett]

I am glad you like the kitty cat....If you want an excellent gravy mix that is not healthy, I discovered a brand called "Williams Country Gravy Mix". Got it at Von's in California. It is thick and creamy and I use it with country fried steak....

[daisyscarlett]

Are you guys going to put Fred together with the MEOW sound?

[whoever]

..We've been getting some much needed rain..

I am so glad you are. My Texas 'cousins' tell me about the conditions there,,,,really bad.

We, of course, here in the glorious CA Valley have sunshine. It is cooler here than where JustAmy and MamaBear are, but, still quite warm.

[lodwick]

We're being good Billie.

[ST.LOUIE1]

Don't make too much noise or wreck the place.
No food fights please!

I'll try to keep Amy and lodwick in line. : )

But if Coby joins in....

I'll have to call for help.

What amI saying!

Hey Mama_Bear! SPLAAAAT! LOL!

[lodwick]

Hi Daisy - have I missed something?
Something unmashed, I guess.

Billie's and Louie are the guys that could do that.

Have a great Sunday afternoon.

[lodwick]

Billie's?

Breaking for something to eat. Sheesh.