A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 8-07-02

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 FR'S FINEST

GailA
Memphis TN FReeper Since 7-01-98

"Tennessee Activist Extraordinaire"
As many readers of FR Forum know, the state of Tennessee has been involved in a fight over the imposition of a state income tax for the past few years. This is not only a monetary issue but it is also a fight to keep constitutional rights protected because the Tennessee Constitution expressly prohibits an income tax. GailA has worked tirelessly against the imposition of this income tax.

"What Did GailA Do?"
She did many things. She collected and disseminated information from several sources including the five major newspapes in Tennessee and the internet. She not only posted this information on the FR Forum, she also distributed it to the media of Tennessee including the talk shows. She posted articles constantly on FR Her editiorial comments and discussions were calm, accurate and pointed. She read articles posted on FR regarding income tax and budgetary problems and solutions of other States and made this information available to the local media and talk show hosts.

The imposition of a Tennessee State Income Tax was voted down recently but GailA and her fellow FReepers and other citizens of Tennessee continue to fight on for Conservative causes and to watch-dog the "State Congress Critters" so that unnecessary spending is curtailed and no new taxes are proposed.

Tennessee Income Tax Protest Nashville TN August 2001

GailA supported and attended the anti-Income Tax rally which was held in the state capital, Nashville, in August 2001. Over 5000 people attended this rally including several FReepers.. GailA enjoyed this experience immensely and she carried a sign which prominently mentioned www.freerepublic.com. Read all about the tax protest here.

THROW AWAY THE KEYS

On April 11, 1989 GailA and her family suffered a horrific tragedy. Since that time, GailA has created and maintained a five page WebSite which is linked here above and is also linked on her Profile Page. One of the goals of this Website is to "Keep Convicted Murderers Incarcerated". GailA frequently posts articles on the Forum and conducts discussions about convicted murderers up for parole.

Sidebar: During the Presidential Election, GailA solicited the aide of then VP Gore, a native of Tennessee, to help prevent the early release and parole of her son's convicted murderer. His response, reminescent of "No Controlling Legal Authority", was that "he couldn't constitutionally help her". WND ran stories on this rather cold-hearted reply and it undoubtedly cost Mr. Gore some valuable votes in his bid to carry his home state of Tennessee in the election.

"Gore Free Tennesee by George"

During W's campaign GailA did everything she possibly could to aid in the election George W. Bush Specifically, GailA worked at Bush Campaign Headquarters in Memphis for about six weeks, stood outside polling places carrying W signs and, as she puts it, "ran her mouth off" on local talk radio.

In Her Own Words:
"FR has made me broaden my horizons, made me think, made me stronger and made me want to be more like our Founding Fathers. We can no longer just let the socialist and marxist keep making the rules which take our freedoms away from us. I want America to be a better place for my 8 1/2 month old grandson. I want Matthew to grow up in the America I once knew. Where our military was honored not spat on. Where our mom's didn't have to work to supply the taxman with ever increasing amounts of money to squander on those who refuse to work. Or to line some crooked pols pocket, all the while they cry you don't give your fair share to their socialist programs. I remember when those programs didn't exist. Family helped family. Now nanny government doles you out a tiny bit of help that leaves you with a damaged pride."

GailA, you are One of Tennessee's Finest and you are One of America's Finest and we are proud to present you today as

ONE OF FR'S FINEST

[Billie]

What a beautiful job you're doing on these spotlights, daisy! You just keep getting better and better! Beautifully done!

Gail, congratulations! That's an amazing profile! (That is the cutest picture, too - with the "Boss Hog" sign!)

[daisyscarlett]

Thank you for responding to your ping, our very newest pingee....I appreciate your kind and thoughtful words both to me and GailA.

[daisyscarlett]

Good morning to you, dansangel. Hope you enjoy your somewhat cooler day in the South..Thanks for starting off you day with us and a word to GailA, our very deserving FR's Finest Freeper of the Day....

[daisyscarlett]

Good morning FWI. I so enjoyed your day as One of FR's Finest yesterday. And you and GailA do share those Great Smokey Mtns. don't you. Thanks for the beautiful photo of said mountains....

[Billie]

Hey, there, you, The Beast! Don't believe we've seen you here before, so just wanted to say

[Mama_Bear]

[Billie]

LOL! What a thread that was! (Could it be material for a future Finest?) Hmmmmmmmmmmm!

[JustAmy]

Billy Bob moved to Chicago from Tennessee. One night in late November the weatherman announced there would be 5 to 7 inches of snow overnight and you should park your car on the odd-numbered side of the street.

Billy Bob said, "Jeez, snow," and dutifully moved his car.

A few nights later the news report said there would be 8 to 10 inches of snow and cars should be parked on the even-numbered side of the street.

"Jeez, more snow," Billy Bob said and moved his car.

A week and a half later Billy Bob and Mama were watching the 10 O'clock news during a new snowstorm and the reporter said there would be "18 inches of snow by morning and you should park your car....."
At which point the power went off. Billy Bob didn't know where to put the car so he asked Mama what she thought.

After a short hesitation and a long gulp of beer she said "Shucks, Billy Bob ... why not just take a chance and leave it in the garage this time."

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[Billie]

LOL! Your calendar today - that little girl reminds me of me playing baseball - I'd swing the bat at anything! (No, I was NOT very good!)

[daisyscarlett]

Thank you for your nice post to GailA. So happy you got to "meet" the person you have been praying for....

[Mama_Bear]

Enjoy your day in the spotlight. :-)

[Billie]

Happy to see some new faces here - that's one of the neat things about spotlighting different FReepers - the crowd changes daily, even though many of them become new 'regulars'! Hope you'll add us to your list of "must see" threads!

[mel]

Thanks so much for highlighting Gail.

[lodwick]

...I thought you were going to tell the Chicago snowstorm story with the news readerette asking the weatherman "What happened to that eight inches you promised me last night?"

They almost had to shut down the broadcast on that one. ;-)

[Billie]

Good morning, Raven! Good to see you back again, cheering for Gail! Quite the activist she is, too!

[Carolina]

Boston Harbor, a teapot tonight

To GailA, a daughter of liberty. Cheers for your Tennessee Tea Party!!!

[Billie]

Morning, ru! I think I know you! Think I like you, too. :)

[Billie]

Good morning! I read your very sweet posts in my self-search today on a couple of other threads! Thank you for promoting us! We'll call on you again next time we need a cheerleader!

[Billie]

Hi, d'sangel! Are we seeing you earlier today than usual?! :)Have a wonderful day!

[daisyscarlett]

I would love to hear some Grand Ole Opery music today (hint to Aquamarine). How about some Elvis music too, since you are not too far from Graceland..lol.

Well GailA, at last we got "published". You were one of the first FReepers recommended to us for highlight via FReepmail from one of your admirers in Tennessee. Since we (Billie,Mama_Bear and myself) all hail from West of the Mississippi, we had to do a bit of research. But how illuminating that research was. And thank you for your patience in answering, what I am sure you must have considered, my stupid and uninformed questions during the course of preparing your profile.

Wow, how amazing that the citizens of Tennessee (with a little help from you and the other 200 plus FReepers in your state) were able to stop the imposition of a State Income Tax.....