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

[Freedom'sWorthIt]

You have Freepmail!

Understand the heartache you are having.

No one knows the burdens until they have been there.

Now - let's go back to talking about better things.

What brought you and Chadsworth out in the streets in the first place? Was it the Condit Freeps?

[lodwick]

You're bringing the thread down even a little bit. It's just the way things are in our lives. We, with God's grace, have to deal with it. I've done lots more praying since finding FR and I believe that it's done more for me than I can tell you.

My wife of twenty-four years has known that she has had MS for the past four years, and I cannot say how frightened the course that disease can take makes me feel. I just try to take things one day at a time and hope and pray for the very best for her continued well-being - but I never know what will happen from one day to the next.

Course, I could drop dead before finishing this post - almost there...we don't know what's written in the Book as our final chapter. JL

[lodwick]

DAMM...that's You're NOT bringing the thread down. good grief.

[Mama_Bear]

as my Mother was recently diagnosed with it.

Oh, I am so sorry to hear that. God bless you and your mom.

[ru4liberty]

Please don't think you're bringing down the thread. Friends are friends in good times and bad, and you have many friends here who want to help you carry the burden. Please share as you feel necessary.

I'm so sorry to hear about your mother pray for a creative miracle concerning her.

[lodwick]

You don't have the Google address bar add-in? My word.
Download and enjoy that sucker post haste my friend. It just sits there waiting for you to type something in (I even use mine for a spell checker) and then it zips off to grab your information or images. It also has a very cool drop down arrow that shows the items you've recently requested.

[ladyinred]

I wanted to read that book, but never purchased it. HIs daughter Maureen wrote so many wonderful articles describing the disease before she died and they were very helpful.

[Mama_Bear]

What happened on the Ray Appleton show today? What did I miss?

[JulieRNR21]

Wonderful thread, MB!

It's a pleasure to learn more about ladyinred & chadsworth! What a great Freepers & Patriots! Hope you both enjoy your day in the spotlight....

[.30Carbine]

Yes! We announced our engagement here after meeting here when I posted this comment here! Tiger's first post to me was here (AFTER he posted to another FReeperette! here can you imagine?!), and he first discovered I was a woman here!

I really, really better go do the laundry now, ladies! Hugs and Kisses!

[ru4liberty]

I'm so sorry to hear about your mother and pray for a creative miracle concerning her.

(It's lod's fault... he started leaving out words in his post #302 and I caught the fever.)

[ladyinred]

Actually, Mntngrl and I had lunch a few times, and she was always asking us to join the freep on Friday nights. Chadsworth went a few times last winter, but I didn't.
Long story short, Mntngrl and I had lunch again in June, and she asked again, so we went and found it so rewarding and fun too!

[JustAmy]

Hey ..... I lost my Internet connection for a while .... did you not only yank my post but had me disconnected as well? Boy, you are tough. Can't say the Wolf didn't warn me. Is he waiting to see how much trouble I'm in before he comes back? LOL
This thread is fun everyday!!!

[ladyinred]

Clovis_Skeptic called this morning to remind me about the Appleton show. I said oh sure, I know that Ann Coulter is on and I am going to listen!
Well, after spending so much time on here between watering my plants outside and trying to do a little bit of work in this mess of a house:

I Forgot!!!! I only heard the last 5 minutes of her! ACK!

[ru4liberty]

Are y'all twins?

[lodwick]

LOL

[ladyinred]

Thanks everyone for your kind words and offers of prayer for my Mom. I appreciate it so much.

[JustAmy]

Goodie sent me freepmail telling me that Ann Coulter was on the Ray Appleton Show and she had mentioned FReeRepublic. I just caught the end so missed whatever she said about FR. I hope Goodie comes over and lets us know what Ann C. had to say.

[ru4liberty]

lod, I'm really sorry to hear about your wife. I will be sure to add y'all to my prayer list. Our God is able. Bless His holy Name!

[ladyinred]

I lost my Internet connection for a while .

What? You didn't hear the lightening hit your computer? God did it! :)