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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[Billie]

Thanks for the compliment. And it's a compliment that you 'borrowed' the graphic! I'm always pleased to see someone else post it as well! Thanks to LBGA and Hillary's Lovely Legs at the Guild and many others, that graphic was reproduced on t-shirts, mugs, caps, etc. and sold, with all profits going to the Red Cross for the 911 Fund.

[Billie]

Well, good morning, senorita! Am glad you have learned about the FReeper Photo Album through this thread. If you check her profile page, LBGA also has a link to the album, and you can add your photo.....just contact her to let her know. :)

[Diver Dave]

Congratulations LBGA - another of FR's Finest.

Mornin' Billie. Another busy day on tap today. BBL

[lodwick]

A very good day is wished for everyone who visits here.
I had a great time reading yesterday's thread, from when our honoree started replying, all the way to today - good job Summer, very well done.

Now let's try and figger out how to get you those 48 hour days. ;-)

[summer]

LOL... :)!

[HiJinx]

Thanks, J! (Uh, what's my horoscope for today?!) :)

Your relationship elevator is going up. Today you'll want to spend more time with FReepers you find special. That's because today the stars are right for your relationships to improve and mature. If possible, try planning something outrageous with your FReeper friends, like a pool party or a Texas-sized Barbecue. And don't let outside influences interrupt your time with us!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Good morning, doll. : )

Great choice for today's Finest.

LBGA is a terrific lady. She certainly deserves the honor.

[lodwick]

Well done - the universal horoscope for a delightful day. Thank you. JL

[daisyscarlett]

How well I remember when you created the Photo Album...I was in awe of your patience and persistence....You truly are one of FR's Finest.

[daisyscarlett]

Good morning mates...

[homeschool mama]

What a beautiful flag graphic! Fidgit...check this out. :o)

[HiJinx]

I wonder about those things...
That's my (Saggitarius) horoscope for today, with just a wee bit of wordsmithing to make it FReeper FRiendly!
And you're right, it is universally applicable!

[lodwick]

Stone Mountain Park: The Heart of the South is Rock Solid.

Just a little east of Atlanta, you'll find the real Heart of the South. It's big. It weighs 800 million tons. You need a Skylift to reach the top. And a five-mile train ride to get around the bottom. But to really touch our heart, you have to meet the people. Listen to our stories. Watch us work. Eat with us. By the time you leave, you'll know our little secret. Underneath the rock solid pride, we're just a bunch of softies.

[homeschool mama]

Wow! That one speaks volumes!

[lodwick]

The Chattahoochee River

Could we have some Alan Jackson, please?

[HiJinx]

Shucks, all I'm getting is the infamous red 'X'.
Is it the picture of Lady Liberty crying in Uncle Sam's arms?
I love that one!

[homeschool mama]

...saving for the homeschool file...

[homeschool mama]

Hopefully it'll come up for you this time. :o)

[homeschool mama]

There's so much of the USA I haven't yet seen. What a lovely picture of the Upper Chattahoochee. Wow!

I'd love to take a month long road trip...

[deadhead]

Congratulations LBGA! Thank You for all the wonderful work you do on Free Republic. Here are some flowers for you. Cherokee Rose...Georgia's State Flower. Have a great day all!

~~~deadhead~~~