A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 07-24-02

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.

                     

We know SHE is!  It's written in her name!

ru4Liberty

Can you believe this is a Driver's License Photo?  Nobody looks that good on their Driver's License!  :)  This Texan found FR in August of 1998, but her FR birthday is November 13, 1998, as she posted under a different name for a few months before changing to ru4Liberty.

"The government that can do everything for you
is the same government that can do anything to you."

This quote is prominently displayed on ru's profile page, and as might be expected with a screen name like hers, some links to threads found on her page have such titles as:

• When Guns Are Banned
• The Republic Died This Year
• A Profile Worth Reading (Must Read)
• 24 Hour Prayer for Election Monday
• As a Public Service...The U.S. Constitution
• Counterfeit America, An Imitation of Freedom

However, those who know ru well know she's not all seriousness;   you can also find such topics as "FReeper Humor. Good Stuff", and she is absolutely foolish over this adorable little bundle of fluff named Chelsey, who has her wrapped around her little painted pink toenails. :)

ru4Liberty and Chelsey,
Thank You For Being Today's FR's Finest!

THIS WEEK'S THREADS

07-15-02 Phil V.
07-16-02 MtnGrl

[Billie]

Good morning to all of you again. Something is apparently wrong with my server that hosts the images, as they're not showing unless you have them in your cache. Hopefully, Domania will be back up and running soon. I apologize, because none of ru's special graphics are showing. : (

[The Thin Man]

Congratulations ru4liberty on being today's honoree. Hope you enjoy your day.

Hi, Billie. It seems as if your server isn't cooperating. None of your graphics appear...so far.

[Billie]

Thanks, T Man. This is a first time for me to have THIS server (Domania) not cooperate. I'm used to it with AOL!

I've been trying to access Domania for over 2 hours now - don't know how long they've been down, but hopefully it won't be long before the images will open. I didn't realize it at first, because most of the thread graphics were in my cache and it was the Pledge that didn't open for me. Then I realized that none of the newer ones were.

Hope everyone will be patient and come back. ru deserves much better than a little red x! : (

[LadyX]

Whew!!! Thought I was having 'puter problems..:)))
Did some backflips and somersaults and headstands and nothing brought the little boxes with red x's to life!!
LOL

Thought for a minute, Billie, we were back in the Whitewater Daze and the pictures were "X-Rated!" ..:)))

[daisyscarlett]

Good Morning. Nice write-up on R4Liberty. Can't wait for Domania to come back up so we can see photos, especially a "good" driver's licence photo....

[Aquamarine]

It was nice getting to know you better today. You sound like you're another Great American!

I hope everyone is having a wonderful day!

The Power of Love by Celine Dion.

Click on the pic

[daisyscarlett]

Good morning to you both...Enjoyed your chatter about your respective nephew and husband now serving. Auntbee-does Billie have a photo of your nephew? Would look good in her collages....(I apologize if he is already there and I missed him).

[daisyscarlett]

I am happy you are getting SOME computer time in...wanted to send you my best wishes with hopes that your problems are over soon. We miss you already!!!!

[Auntbee]

No. I have only been on FR for a week so I'm kinda new at this. I will dig out a picture and try to get it to her. Coincidentally, my nephew's name is Billy (he prefers Bill). I'm honored to be part of the FR family. This is the greatest site ever.

[daisyscarlett]

We look forward to you getting that picture of Billy to Billie. And I have added you to the Ping List...

[Mama_Bear]

Yes, it appears Domania is down. This is the first time in almost a year and a half that they have been down for this length of time. Usually it is only for a half hour or so.

Congratulations, ru4liberty, on being the featured FReeper today! I wanted to send you some flowers, but unfortunately, until my server comes back on line, all you would get is a little red "x". :-(

[lodwick]

Grilled Buffalo steak for lunch.

Have a super day, ru4!

[Scuttlebutt]

"Congratulations ru! The great state of Texas sure has lots of fine freepers!"

All this talk about Texas today and no one has mentioned the neighboring state of Louisiana. Here are a few Zydeco/Cajun midi tunes by Andy Bakke (The Looziana Accordion Man) to make up for it.

You do need a pitcher of beer and a platter of crawfish in front of you to really enjoy them.

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Click on the Gator for "Down At The Twist and Shout".
Click on the Fox for "Don't Mess With My Toot Toot".
Click on the Bear for "Jambalya".
Click on the Raccoon for "Allons 'a Lafayette".

[lodwick]

Let Freedom Ring

[JustAmy]

[lodwick]

Hi Bee - glad you found us here. Please spread the word, and Welcome.

[daisyscarlett]

Congratulations r4Liberty. ..Here is a Texas centerpiece for your dinner table tonight-bluebonnets and yellow roses....

[daisyscarlett]

Thanks for lunch and what a sweet picture to welcome Aunt Bee...

[lodwick]

To the great state of Louisiana.

[Auntbee]

Thank you. You are all so nice here. Love that picture!