A few of FR's Finest....Every Day 07-17-02

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.

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.

                     

Say, "Cheese!"  

LBGA

Is your photo in the FReeper Photo Album?   Have you all SEEN the Freeper Photo Album?   Do you realize how much time it took for someone to put that together? And did you know that the someone who PUT it together  (actually put it together more than once,  but that is another story!)  is THIS  FReeper:    LBGA ,   Freeper since 4-23-00.  LBGA proudly flies the State Flag of Georgia on her profile page, along with about 250 others!

LBGA was one of the FReepers who traveled to DC for the Inagural Ball;   she is an artist and has been an important part of the Guild, (this thread was particularly entertaining as LBGA had gone to Florida on a business trip and got to spend some time with BigWaveBetty,  another of the Guild stalwarts;  unfortunately,  the photos at the pool are no longer available,  darn it!),  as well as the USO Canteen,  where she created a warm,  inviting cyber room,  complete with the two mascots,  Beamer and Morgan,  relaxing in front of a cozy fire.  You can see that room,  with all the little FR details,  displayed on Snow Bunny's profile page. Snow Bunny is the Hostess of the USO Canteen.

Thank you,  LBGA,  for being one of FR's Finest FReepers! And thank you for creating,  collecting,  cropping, and categorizing all those photos!

Smile,  you're on Candid Camera  FR's Finest!

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[daisyscarlett]

I am sorry you are not going to post those pictures at the pool. But what about the one with BWB and her daughter and LBGA at dinner?

I do remember your posts from the pool area and how someone had told you to do a headstand in the pool to sober up...too funny.

[Billie]

I would LOVE for one of you to post those swimsuit photos! Gee, what LEGS BWB has! You both looked fantastic - no wonder those guys were infatuated!

I am going to have to say goodnight now - will look in on this one in the morning when I post the new thread. Hope you can come back. L - take care. It was so wonderful to see you here and know that you enjoyed your day.I posted this one once before, but it seems appropriate again. 'Nite, ALL

[daisyscarlett]

Good night Billie.

It is time for me to say goodnight also. There is a State Dinner at the WH tonight and I simply must surf the net and find some photos and articles about it.

It was great seeing you again LBGA. God Bless you and your family and, to echo Tonk, tell Tyler "Thank you for serving our country".

Here is a photo of the State Dinner....This is only the 2nd State Dinner the Bushes have had. I think Laura's bow is meant to bring out the jewel tones in her gown which don't photograph well. Makes the bow look real prominent and out of place in photos but I am sure it looks much different in person. The dress per se is absolutely stunning. It is by Oscar de La Renta.

President Bush and first lady Laura Bush pose with Poland's President Aleksander Kwasniewski and his wife Jolanta on the North Portico of the White House, Wednesday, July 17, 2002. At a White House state visit brimming with bonhomie, President Bush and President Kwasniewski committed their two nations to closer military ties and a broad enlargement of NATO. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

[Mama_Bear]

Glad I'm not the only one regarding the cows.

I love cows! They have the most beautiful, soulful eyes. I can identify with your feelings about animals and your love for a good steak. I wish I could be a vegetarian, but I was raised on beef. It's too late for me, I think. :-(

[LadyX]

Sorry I was on so little today, out and about, and just now getting to the thread.

LBGA, your efforts with the Freeper Album are extraordinary, requiring so very much time to put together.
We are truly indebted to you for being able to see the faces that go with familiar names of so many.

It is a joy to honor your talents, dedication and wonderful self.

[JustAmy]

I've been away most of the day but want to congratulate you on being in the spotlight. Thank you for your contributions to FReeRepublic.
Praying for your continued recovery. God Bless You.

[LBGA]

Oh man.. I dropped off suddenly last night. Guess the excitement was too much for me. ;-)

I didn't know I was one of the first you met, but I am so glad that the photo album provided a way for you to get to know everyone better. You sure have made a positive impact on FR, and I am so glad that you are here.

Thank YOU for serving, and for continuing to serve. :-)

[LBGA]

Aquamarine, thank you so much for the pic of the waterfall and music. I love waterfalls! They make me feel so peaceful. Someday I will have one in my back yard, but not as grand as Anna Ruby Falls. ;-)

Thank you for your prayers for this anonymous FReeper, too. It was daunting to think competitors could find out that my business was not doing well since I was sick, but now that I know I will be totally well, and am back on track in business, I don't worry about sharing this news with my friends.

Now I am well on my way to making this a success story. :-)

[LBGA]

I am sorry you are not going to post those pictures at the pool. But what about the one with BWB and her daughter and LBGA at dinner?

Here's one! I was at DisneyWorld last summer for 2 weeks in back-to-back conferences. When I first got there, BWB and her daughter, Nina, and I met for the first time for dinner at a Japanese steakhouse. It was a delightful evening, and so much fun to meet other FReepers.

After my second conference, I had a day planned to relax before travelling home, so BWB spent the day with me at the pool. We went to the bar to get something to eat and while we were there a thunderstorm hit. Only people sitting at the bar under the roof were allowed to stay in the pool area. We had no choice but to have a second margarita so we could stay there. ;-)

I do remember your posts from the pool area and how someone had told you to do a headstand in the pool to sober up...too funny.

LOL!!! We both did it! Pretty good for girls our age. I can't remember if it really sobered us up, though. We still had to post on FR for a couple of hours before BWB felt okay to drive home!

[LBGA]

Thank you for your kind words, and also for being in the Photo album! It was fun to put together and has benefitted me more than anyone. I'm the one who has the privilege of communicating with so many FReepers. :-)

[LBGA]

JustAmy, thank you for your prayers and the flowers. They are beautiful!

[LBGA]

Thank you all for such a special thread, and for the wonderful things you said and the prayers. It was so overwhelming yesterday to see so many posts to me. I had even forgotten how to do html and had to take a refresher course. ;-)

Dansangel, it was so much fun meeting you and .45man, and I keep thinking about the two of you and wanting to do it again, but my schedule is pretty much day-to-day right now. Everyone, if you EVER have a chance to meet dansangel and .45man, do it! Talk about gracious, fun and interesting... and they really are a super cute couple.... well, not cute, downright good-looking! FReepers are a fine looking bunch.

Mama_Bear, I didn't thank you for the lovely graphic. I absolutely love irises, being a Tennessean originally. They are my favorite flower and I have them all over my yard. It was so sweet of you to make that special graphic. I saved it! :-)

Everyone, please do join the FReeper Photo Album if you haven't. HiJinx sent 2 pics yesterday, and both are now in the album!

Daisyscarlett, thanks for the memories. You must have a steel trap mind! I don't know how you remembered all those things I had posted before. It was fun recollecting them. :-)

And Billie, thank you again for making this such a special day for me. I am truly honored that you chose me for this day's thread.

[Billie]

Good morning! Everybody, come on over to today's thread, but please remember to use caution today. :)DANGER ON THE THREAD TODAY

[summer]

LBGA, WIshing you a speedy recovery from chemo. Sincerely, summer