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!

[Billie]

LOL! (she's gone right now, but yep! I bet you do get one as soon as she gets back and sees this!)

[Billie]

Well I have to say that if we gave a prize (and it's an idea! We just might have to do that!) to the one who brings the quirkiest stories here, you'd certainly be at the top of the list!

[ST.LOUIE1]

LOL! (she's gone right now, but yep!
I bet you do get one as soon as she gets back and sees this!)

I'm counting on it. : )

[Aquamarine]

Thank you Billie. I have a few porcelion angels that look like that one.
I tried to post a midi with it but couldn't get it to work. I've learned sometimes a certain song just is'nt meant to be. Thanks for those midi's. You've been holding out on me. ;-)

[lodwick]

I think most of us enjoy news of the bizarre
events, and people, and if a story lifts someone's
spirit for a moment or two, or gives somebody
a smile - then that's the prize right there. JL

[Aquamarine]

You know friend's don't let friend's husk and freep.

[lodwick]

;-) Obviously the critters are still
safely in their little TigerShells.

But I'm gonna get'em. NOW, for crying out loud. bbl

[Billie]

I bet you do get one as soon as she gets back and sees this!)

I'm counting on it. : )

There's a little bit of drool there on the corner of your mouth. (Daisy, hurry up and get that pie done!)

[Billie]

I'd never hold out on you. ;) Do have whole bunches of midis uploaded to AOL! Check with me via FReepmail sometime if you can't find a particular midi - chances are I 'might' have it. Mostly older ones though, 'cause I haven't uploaded any in a long time.

[Billie]

Well, that is true, and I STILL want to know who the heck AFF is!

[Stavka2]

Man, I was wondering why I hadn't heard from him in a while...bummer.

[lodwick]

A Few of the Finest - I'm still waiting for
someone to register AFFF, so I can complete
this threads initals. ;-)

[The Thin Man]

Sleepyhead?! Now why would you call me that? T Man put you up to it, didn't he?! LOL

I object! Again, Billie you are defaming my character. I would never put someone up to calling you a name. I prefer doing it myself. :-)

[Billie]

I don't know how to do that, Jim. Ron did it for the Canteen for Bunny and me. And I also don't know if it's still a working feature. IS it, Ron?

[blackie]

Thanks Billie, I'll be careful..it's raining in Eugene today... :o)

[ST.LOUIE1]

I'm counting on it. : )

There's a little bit of drool there on the corner of your mouth.
(Daisy, hurry up and get that pie done!)

Drool! Drool you say??

Well, maybe a little. : )

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Thank You for honoring our Fallen FReepers.
May they Rest in Peace.

[Billie]

I object! Again, Billie you are defaming my character. I would never put someone up to calling you a name. I prefer doing it myself. :-)

Have I told you lately how cute you are?! You're the cat's pajamas!

[lodwick]

Floridians celebrate
a bumper crop
of tomatoes!!