A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 08-09-02

Billie and Mama_Bear

[Mama_Bear]

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

It was impossible to feature one of these fine FReepers
without the other, so today we spotlight the husband and wife
team of chadsworth and ladyinred as two of
FreeRepublic's Finest.



Ladyinred has been a FReeper since January 1, 2001.
This lady, with her sequin studded sign in hand, simply
sparkles at the FResno "Support our Troops" rallies.

(Word has it that she also makes the best brownies, but unfortunately, the residents
of FReeper Island have yet to be able to confirm that rumor. Hint, hint!) ;-)

Chadsworth's "FReeper birthday" is December 1, 2000.
(However, Lady tells me that her original FReeper name was "chadsworth".
She decided to become "ladyinred" and hubby inherited her old name.
So actually, her "FReeper birthday" is his, and his is hers ..... got it?)

Chadsworth is our lovable "corner clown" on FReeper Island.
Still pictures just don't do him justice. He is pure poetry in motion!

What a team!

While ladyinred adds her patriotic SPARKLE to FResno's FRiday evening
rallies, chadsworth adds FUN. Very few cars manage to sail past FReeper
Island without giving him a honk on their horn. His unique style and
antics entertain the passing motorists and rally patriots as
he does his best to coax a response from even the most timid drivers.
Those who comply are often rewarded with a gracious bow.

But, both ladyinred and chadsworth have a serious side also; a true love for their
country and for traditional American values. They are concerned about the
worsening state of our nation and take issue with those who are attempting to
"disrupt the way of life that we, as citizens, have tried to protect and maintain..."

Chadsworth and ladyinred, in their own words........

"We feel the Politically Correct attitude by our lawmakers and in particular, the liberal news
media are jeopardizing the citizens of this nation. It is time for another Boston Tea Party
– in Taxramento, Ca. and Taxington , D.C. It is time to rid our congress of the corruption
on both state and national levels, and the liberal judges and educators that are
contributing to the downgrading of our nation. We need honest vote counting during
our elections. We need better support of our president and participation by its citizens.

It is a privilege to be able to express our feelings and it is a privilege to be able to
join a fine group of people doing what they can to protest the war protestors.
We both would like to recognize Jim, Sheila, John and Chris for the fine work they do.
AND, HIGH ON THE LIST – WE ARE VERY PASSIONATE ABOUT HAVING
ANOTHER FREEREPUBLIC TAILGATE RALLY."

Chadsworth says, "Being with such a fine group of people who are
dedicated to keeping this nation what it should be is one of the most
enjoyable events that anyone could participate in..."

"And other FReepers like me a lot......."

Yes, they really were dancing on Patriot's Corner.
I'm not sure what song they were dancing to,
but as I recall, it was something like this....
String Of Pearls

Both of these patriotic FReepers deserve a big round of applause
for their dedication and their contributions to FreeRepublic.

ladyinred and chadsworth,
enjoy your day in the spotlight.
You are two of FR's Finest!

THIS WEEK'S THREADS

08-05-02 Jim Robinson
08-06-02 Freedom'sWorthIt
08-07-02 GailA
08-08-02 dixie sass

[COB1]

Re#238:
Darn, B., that is beautiful!!

Kinda reminds me of Central Texas, 'cept some of the grass is dead.

[LadyX]

Hi, FWI!!
Always so glad to see you appear, Sistah...:)))

[ladyinred]

I may be speechless again. What a great post to Chads worth (2) and me.

Yes, Chadsworth was something I dreamed up in the post election, and people did think it was a male, so because of my favorite song, and Laura Bush's inaugural dress, I changed my name!

Thanks for the post, so nice of you to say those things! Freepers are the greatest!

[Mama_Bear]

Thank you for the ping to today's thread, MamaBear.

You're welcome. We'll give you a ping every morning if you like. We would love to add you to our ping list and have you here as part of our Finest Family.

Thank you for your kind words to chad and lady. They are a special couple.

BTW, if you liked "String of Pearls", you'll also like "In the Mood" - click on chadsworth and ladyinred dancing under the spotlight at the top of the page. :-)

[MeekOneGOP]

hehehe! Someone probably got that from who. Maxwell posted it on the WFTD thread today.

[ladyinred]

cept some of the grass is dead.

That is why California is called the "golden" state according to Chadsworth! I try to explain to him it is because of the gold rush, but you know how he is.....!

[COB1]

"(Bad thing is, we have 2 way radios and I am telling him about this..."

Uh...there's a limit to how much we want to tell about "this"!
(Are you in enough trouble yet? LOL!)

[Freedom'sWorthIt]

Isn't it pretty? California is a state of such beauty! (Despite being the home of Red Davis!) It gave us - and the World - Ronald Reagan - just for instance!

Sadly, I have never BEEN there - but one day will find a way to be there and maybe join the Freeps! Let's hope by then the CREEP Davis is long gone!!!! and some sanity has returned to California state government!

In the meantime - we can focus on the beauty that is there and the beautiful California Freepers - of which ladyinred and Chadsworth are bright shining stars!

[ladyinred]

Made me glad that I got to hug his wife before I got all wet!!

I'll second that one!
If you two had behaved yourselves, Cool Guy wouldn't have had to dump ice water on you!:)
But then, you wouldn't have been so much fun either!

[Freedom'sWorthIt]

"He can paint, draw, build anything, fix complex x-ray equipment, and put up with me! That takes talent for sure, and a lot of patience!"

:-)

Well - putting up with you may be a challenge - but, hey, we can tell it's also pure joy - and dittos for you putting up with - uh - loving and enjoying him!!!!!!! LOL

Dancing, you're dancing in the street! (Wonder if we can get that tune on this thread somehow?)

[The Thin Man]

All he is is a troublemaker. Ask whoever if you don't believe just me. :)

I don't have to worry about whoever. That virus I put on her computer will keep her out of commission for a long time. :-)

Also, I resent being called a troublemaker!!!

[COB1]

"but you know how he is.....!"

Yeah, chad's a misplaced Texan!
If we see a skinny girl like Ann Coulter we feed her; if we see dead grass, we water it.
Heck, in Ft. Stockton I watered all three clumps of grass in my yard every day!

[ladyinred]

Dancing, you're dancing in the street! (Wonder if we can get that tune on this thread somehow?)

Oh yes, one great song! Hope someone with more computer skills than me can put that on here.

[.30Carbine]

You've got my toes tappin' and my fingers snappin' now, Mama! Thanks! Woo hoo!

[Freedom'sWorthIt]

"There is no better place to live in California than the beautiful and conservative San Joaquin Valley. This is Bush country!! :-)"

Maybe some of our talented graphic artists can find and circle exactly where the San Joaquin Valley is on the Bush Country map?

[Billie]

Hi, LadyX - we DO have fun here, don't we?! MB was here during the Whitewater days, too - she's one of the early FReeperettes! I think, even though there weren't as many FReepers in 1998, we still gravitated towards different threads and had different 'buddies' at that time....at least it seems that way, doesn't it? :)

[Billie]

LOL! Too funny, Coby!

[.30Carbine]

Yes, Chadsworth was something I dreamed up in the post election, and people did think it was a male, so because of my favorite song, and Laura Bush's inaugural dress, I changed my name!

Folks in these parts didn't know that I was a female when I first got here, either. You should've heard the commotion on their keyboards over at Word for the Day when I dropped that little bombshell on them! Tee hee! Too much fun. My husband TigersEye thought I was a male, too, when he first met me (almost one year ago now,) on a thread having to do with China seizing guns from its citizens. Didn't take him long to figure it out though, as you can see by the ring on my finger. [grin!]

[Billie]

I don't have to worry about whoever. That virus I put on her computer will keep her out of commission for a long time. :-)

Also, I resent being called a troublemaker!!!

Oh, T Man. I'm so sorry. I apologize. Please forgive me?

I should have remembered, you prefer mischief-maker. :)

[.30Carbine]

We'll give you a ping every morning if you like.

I would like that very much. Thank you!