[Billie]

Good Morning, FReeper FRiends. This is early for me,but LadyX said last night that Mr Magoo promised to arrive early with doughnuts! And I saw The Mayor a little earlier, so maybe he'll still be around and bring coffee. :) If not, he left the coffee pot with me last night in FReep Mail!

As always, thank you for coming, and we are

[Aeronaut]

Good morning Billie. I am ready for coffee!

[larryjohnson]

It's good for me to see who FReepers are. Not many here in Maine,not many people in Maine. I got to D.C. in Dec 98 to FReep on the Capital steps but only met a few of you. I thank you for your support to this Nation and especially to our Military and us Veterans.My profile has an offer in return.

[Mama_Bear]

Good morning, Billie and daisy! Gosh, I am so far behind! No matter what, I am going to make sure I find the time today to read yesterday's thread. Hope everyone had a great day. :-)

Cool Guy, you're one of my favorite FReepers! Can't wait to see you again this weekend at the tailgate party .... it' s been almost a year and half since the "Brunch" - WAY too long. Enjoy your day in the spotlight here.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Billie. Looks like you are up with the chickens this morning! Did I sleep in or are you up early? Thanks for today's thread.

[Diver Dave]

Mornin' Billie, Cool Guy. Another Cool FReeper to shine the spotlight on today. Cool!

Did someone say ?

Congratulations, Cool Guy!

[Carolina]

Good morning, Billie. A thread dedicated to Cool Guy. What fun!

Cheers to you, Cool Guy. We met at the FReeper Ball but you probably don't remember since we were all quite happy and under the influence of spirits. HA! We were all very spirited that night. ;-)

[jwfiv]

Thank you, Billie. This is such a wonderful way to start the day.

I was away over the holidays, back to AZ to see dear Mom and dear Dad, was glad to hit the start button on my Mac when I got home yesterday, first thing I did...second thing: go to FR.

Proud to be a Freeper, y'all are family.

[The Thin Man]

Good morning Billie. I don't see any donuts. You probably ate em all. :-)

Congrats on your day, Cool Guy. Very interesting dance. :-)

[dansangel]

Hello to everyone...another "rollicking" day in the workplace! /sarcasm

Just had to break away to wish you all a Happy Tuesday and to send my congratulations to Cool Guy. Way to Go!

{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}

PS...Back to the grind......

[g'nad]

G'day Billie! Great to see you!

Hey Cool Guy, you gotta teach me to dance!

[Scuttlebutt]

You deserve the rest since you got up so early to start this thread but here is something that should wake you from your afternoon nap.

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Boogie Woogie Choo Choo Train

[hole_n_one]

Hi, Billie!

I hope you had a great day!

Mine was hot, hot, hot! (100+ degrees)

I'm off to take a cold shower, then I'll put some hot dogs on the grill, pop open a beer and watch the All-Star game!

There's plenty of beer and dogs for everyone!

[Dubya]

Thanks for the ping

The Marine Prayer

Almighty Father, whose command is over all and whose love never fails, make me aware of Thy presence and obedient to Thy will. Keep me true to my best self, guarding me against dishonesty in purpose and deed and helping me to live so that I can face my fellow Marines, my loved ones, and Thee without shame or fear. Protect my family.

Give me the will to do the work of a Marine and to accept my share of responsibilities with vigor and enthusiasm. Grant me the courage to be proficient in my daily performance. Keep me loyal and faithful to my superiors and to the duties my Country and the Marine Corps have entrusted to me. Help me to wear my uniform with dignity, and let it remind me daily of the traditions which I must uphold.

If I am inclined to doubt, steady my faith; if I am tempted, make me strong to resist; if I should miss the mark, give me courage to try again. Guide me with the light of truth and grant me wisdom by which I may understand the answer to my prayer