A Few of FR's Finest.....Every Day.....7-11-02

Billie and daisyscarlett

[daisyscarlett]

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.

TOP: Q6-God, Scan59, Mama Bear and JKPhoto's son, ofMagog

MIDDLE:  Big'ol_freeper, JustAmy's great uncle, Prodigal Son

BOTTOM:  JustAmy's husband, JustAmy's brother-in-law, JustAmy's brother.

                     

ONE OF FREE REPUBLIC'S FINEST

Utah Girl

Utah Girl has been a member of Free Republic since 3/27/01. She has become well known to many of us in that relatively short time. While her "home thread" is America The Right Way, she also post articles and contributes to threads in both Late Breaking News and General Interest. She is well read and well informed and imparts much information to all threads she visits. She is a long time contributor to the Guild Thread and provided many recipes for the Guild Cookie Exchange Thread and the Guild Thanksgiving Recipes. Currrently, she has been posting to the Elizabeth Smart Kidnapping Daily Thread where she comments on the local coverage and perspective of the kidnapping of Elizabeth Smart in Salt Lake City Utah last month.

She is In The Spotlight today, as One of Free Republic's Finest, in recognition of the Daily Threads she posted and hosted during the Olympic Winter Games held in Salt Lake City in February 2002. She was our gal on the scene in Utah for the entire Olympic Games as well as for the pre-game hoopla and celebrations including the carrying of the torch and the preparations Utah underwent for these games. Hundreds of us, maybe even thousands, contributed and lurked on these threads. It was enriching and enlightening and provided us a place to vent, if necessary, especially during the Figure Skating Events. Lots of great photographs too and lots of laughs. .

Thanks Utah Girl. You are well liked and respected and are One of Free Republic's Finest.

THIS WEEK'S THREADS

07-08-02 Bad Joe
07-09-02 CoolGuy
07-10-02 Saundra Duffy

[daisyscarlett]

Pretty flowers, nice graphic. Thanks....

[Freedom'sWorthIt]

Way to Go, Utah Girl!!!! Sa-lute! :-)

[whoever]

I love it, daisy, thanks.

[Billie]

Bumpy Pingy Thingies

[Billie]

If you really want to tease us, you should bring out that picture of the beautiful chocolate torte you make at Christmas time....I don't know how it tastes, but it sure looks gorgeous.

Melts in your mouth.....:)

[LadyX]

Thank you, Kayak, for your excellent description of Utah Girl!

She is indeed an appreciated poster, and we are happy to recognize all her efforts on Free Republic!

[LadyX]

Wonder if there is any coffee left, TM?
Have been a very good girl today, doing housework, much as I dislike taking time from FR CHORES, and am in need of c-a-f-f-e-i-n-e ! ! !

Please unjangle my nerves, my good man ~ ~ ~

[blackie]

Aren't they the best... :o)

[whoever]

..Anyone need more champagne? A Margarita? White wine? BEER? Maybe lemonade? ..

You know how I love to be different, but may I please have a tall Sprite over shaved ice with several red cherries?

[lodwick]

Hi Who! This sounds kinda fresh.

Safe Sex on the Beach

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Ingredients:
3 oz Cranberry juice
3 oz Grapefruit juice
2 oz Peach nectar
Maraschino cherry
Mixing instructions:
Pour over ice in a chilled glass and stir. Garnish with a cherry

[whoever]

THE FLAME IS OUT

The flames are out, the debris is cleared...
From that day that we all feared...
To remember those that died that day...
We showed our American pride in many ways...
We hung out the flags and made donations...
To show our pride for our nation...

American slogans written on cars...
Sympathy came from near and far...
Volunteered our time to those we'd never met...
Hoping to aide in the worry and fret...
We lit candles with neighbors and friends...
Showing our pride just wouldn't end...

Red, White and Blue was seen everywhere...
Where have they gone, it just isn't fair...
Is it that people just no longer care...
Are they no longer saying those prayers...
Are all of the flags tucked under the bed...
Did they forget about all that are dead...

American husbands, daughters and sons are still fighting...
So why are the candles no longer lighting...
Flags went out of stock in every store...
Now they're no longer hanging by each door...
The war is not over, their still fighting for us...
So few show the colors, is it too much of a fuss...

So if you're one who has put your flag away...
Remember out soldiers are still fighting each day...
So take out the Red, White and Blue and fly it high...
For the soldiers at war that still may die...
Our patriotism should have only just begun...
Do not forget who they are and what they've done..

September 11 will stay in our hearts forever,
and so should our pride...

AMERICANS, RAISE THOSE FLAGS HIGH

[whoever]

That sounds good. Almost asks for a little umbrella.

[dansangel]

Hello All...thank-you for the ping!

Congratulations Utah Girl! Enjoy your day - you are a FReeper that certainly deserves it!

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

[shaggy eel]

,,, hey Daisy, the time zone has made me late for this BIG offshore BUMP. Better late than never though. Thanx very much for the ping. Best wishes & God bless you both!

[ST.LOUIE1]

LOL! I'm sure I will, so move on over and make room.
FRiends in Low Places
Hello, you two crazy FReepers.

LOL!!!!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Well, I'm here. Invite me. : )

Dear Mr. Wolf, You are cordially invited for dessert this evening at 8:30 P.M.

Yikes! Really????

Please wear your white tux. Swoon. :)

For you.....anything! Sigh. : )

[ValerieUSA]

What a wonderful job with the picture collages of FReepers in the service! I'm back home with my cable internet connection now --- couldn't see many pictures posts (besides my own *L*) while on my trip and connected via phone modems.

[ST.LOUIE1]

Hey .... There's plenty of room in my gutter! LOL

Maybe Louie will change his mind about coming to Fresno.

No louie won't. Not laying in the gutter with two pie-eyed women.

Now if you weren't drunk.......LOL

[JulieRNR21]

Beautiful thread today! You deserve a special Daisy!

Congratulations to Utah Girl! Thanks for all your efforts during the Olympics and with the current Elizabet Smart thread. I have lurked on both!

Here's a RAH RAH RAH for Utah Girl!

[ST.LOUIE1]

LOL! Perfect! (the midi!)
Gads! If we were to believe the wolf and all the stories he tells about you, daisy and I might have to ask you to leave! LOL!

I know it!! I am going to have the worst reputation on FR, if he keep this up!

Louie gives new meaning to the term 'incorrigible', doesn't he? LOL!

Humph! : (

(Ahem....Louie,
NOW would be an excellent time to tell everyone what a fine upstanding LADYbear I am.) :-) :-)

Hmmmm....maybe someone will tell ME....then I will.

SMOOOCH!

There ya go....smoochin' on me again. You know you always get your way when you get smoochie with me. : )

Oh, alright...you are a most beautiful person....

...inside and out.

And the best smoocher at FR.

Oooops! Make that.... 'one' of the best.

Have to keep my other girls happy.LOL