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

[lodwick]

[CounterCounterCulture]

Sheesh, nobody ever dances with me at the Freeps < /SOUR GRAPES >

;-)

[JustAmy]

Good Morning, Mama Bear.
What a beautiful thread today. I always enjoy meeting new Freepers but it is great to see friends honored.
See you tonight .......
Big decision ..... where to eat?
Big question ........ Will ladyinred bring brownies?

[chadsworth]

Are you bringing additional FReepers?

I have added Clovis_skeptic to my - We Need You, Uncle Sam post and we have emailed the VFW to see if we could get some warm corner standing, sign waving bodies from them but have not heard back yet

[Pippin]

GOOD MORNING EVERYBODY!

Congratulations LadyinRed and Chadsworth!

[JustAmy]

Maybe we should try the Sherwood Inn tonight!
Too far away for some of us but I might try it again on a Saturday night.

[lodwick]

Clovis looks like a very nice place to live - I've already located a bar and will be scouting other amenities later. Have a ball now. bbl

[chadsworth]

The brownies she made for last weeks friday FReep haven't set up yet!

I am not sure they would make it to the corner,

my mouth may get in the way!

[chadsworth]

Sheesh, nobody ever dances with me at the Freeps

Try putting on a skirt!

[Mama_Bear]

Interesting! I would love to see that. I think I need to locate my binoculars. :-)

Pinging mtngrl! See post #19. Did you know about this asteriod? I know you have a telescope and an interest in astronomy. Wouldn't it be fun to see something that only happens once every 50 years or so?

[daisyscarlett]

Happy Friday to all....

(And look Mama_Bear our calendar is in yellow, your new 2nd favorite color, lol)

[Mama_Bear]

Sheesh, nobody ever dances with me at the Freeps < /SOUR GRAPES >

LOL! Happy Friday to you, CCC. :-)

[jwfiv]

Good morining Mama_Bear and all Freepers.

Big special attaboys to Chadsworth and Ladyinred.

[daisyscarlett]

How nice your pledge is and how fitting to have a "pair" doing the pledge to coincide with your subjects today. You did a good job with the profile, I feel the fun, joy and patriotism emanating from this very special FReeper couple...Thank you.

[Mama_Bear]

Clara! Nice to see you here so bright and early ..... I know it isn't early in your neck of the woods, but the sun is barely up here on the left coast.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Pippin!!
Happy Friday to you!!! I always enjoy your bubbly good mornings ...... starts my day off right!

[Mama_Bear]

(And look Mama_Bear our calendar is in yellow, your new 2nd favorite color, lol)

LOL! Good morning, Daisy. Yes, I think yellow is a good choice for a second favorite color. :-)

[daisyscarlett]

Congratulaions to you both. I come bearing gifts. What a nice week we have had, starting off with loving couple Jim and Sheila and end up with another great FReeper couple.....

[lodwick]

Great to get to know you! Here's amazing facts from Clovis:

Enough Concrete was used to construct the Friant Dam, that it could have paved a three-lane Highway all the way from San Francisco to Los Angeles.

The first all women jury couldn’t come to agreement so the case involving two other women was dismissed.

Although there were no trees around Clovis in the 1890’s, it became a major lumbering town.

Trees were dragged behind wagons coming down the mountain roads to help slow them down.

The town of Friant has held seven names. Mugginsville, Jonesville, Jones Ferry, Converse Ferry, Hamptonville, Pollasky, and Friant.

One pioneer family crossed the same stream 23 times to get to Clovis from Los Angeles.

Friant Dam is so wide that you could put three Queen Mary Ocean Liners end to end.

It takes 556 honeybees to fly over 35,000 miles to make only one pound of honey.

The Clovis Independent Newspaper was started by the world’s oldest active newspaperwoman, “May Case”, in 1918.

Dinkey Creek was named for a little dog, “Dinkey”.

The Old Fort Millerton Jail was so crude that it couldn’t keep anyone in, but the food was so tasty that the jailbirds returned every night to eat.

[Mama_Bear]

Hey, chadsworth and ladyinred! Enjoy!