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A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 08-28-02
Billie
Posted on 08/28/2002 7:26:17 AM PDT by Billie
A Few of FR's Finest..... ......Every Day
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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
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TOP: Bosniajmc, AFVetGal, Archy, A Navy Vet
MIDDLE: 4TheFlag, Aeronaut, 68Grunt, Xinga
BOTTOM: Codger, AAABest, Clinton's A Liar, Duke809, dcwusmc
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TOP: mc5cents, Norb2569, LBGA's son, VanJenerette
MIDDLE: Jim Robinson, KJenerette, davidosborne, KG9Kid
BOTTOM: gwmoore, Equality7-2521, SAMWolf
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TOP: porgygirl, Phil V., MudPuppy, NorCoGOP
MIDDLE: RaceBannon, OneidaM, rdb3, jwTexian
BOTTOM: USMC Vet, TheMayor, Vineyard, rhododogma
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TOP: spectr17, RightOnline, SERE_Doc, Tet68
MIDDLE: FutureSnakeEater, RightOnline's wife, CIApilot, Clamper1797 BOTTOM: usmcobra, onedoug, DiverDave, Joe6-pack
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Home on the Range!
If it wasn't already evident by his screenname, one would soon learn this Native Texan has more than a passing interest in guns. I think in every correspondence I had with him regarding today's profile, he mentioned going to the gun range, having been to the gun range, or thinking about going to the gun range! :)
humblegunner
FReeper since 01-23-01
Sometimes, Getting to Know You means letting the FReeper of the Day tell us something about himself, in his own words. These, then, are some of humblegunner's words ........
Born in 1964, a Native Texan.
I grew up on different ranches we owned in Elgin, Bastrop, Alpine and Marlin, TX. Dad served in Korea as a Fire Control Officer...he was a Colonel upon retirement and transferred to the Army Finance Corps upon return to the states.
At age 13 I was sent to Allen Military Academy in Bryan, TX (prep school for A&M), but by the time I graduated I had been exposed to quite enough Corps and decided, much to my later chagrin, not to pursue a Military career. It should be noted, however, that I learned many invaluable things at Allen, which have served me well in later years.
Currently I am employed as a Dangerous Goods Specialist for a Chemical Manufacturing Plant in Houston, TX and am responsible for the shipment of hazardous materials by land, sea & air.
I am a very strong supporter of the 2nd amendment and also States rights.
I became involved with FreeRepublic through a friend sending me links for a couple of years. Id read the article and make comments to my friend; when I realized he was posting some of them, one thing led to another.
I have been involved in several Freeps.
Jumping Jim Jeffords (D-VT) Freep Report - H.A.T. (Houston, TX) FR Chapter, May 19, 2002
After Action Report - Counter Freep of Fmr. Pres. Bush Demonstrators - Houston, TX, May 11, 2002
Houston Chapter Celebrates San Jacinto Day, April 21, 2002 (Many PHOTOS here!)
Texas GOP Convention [PICTURES!], June 30, 2002
I very much enjoy visiting the shooting range with FReeper Friends.
~~humblegunner
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The photo below is from the San Jacinto thread, which is linked above. Be sure and check out those threads; there are many more photos of the Houston FReepers celebrating San Jacinto Day, and also photos on the Texas GOP Convention thread.
BIG Guns at the Battleship Texas
Another interesting thing I learned about humblegunner...interesting and unexpected for an outdoor type that loves to shoot: he said he used to work in charcoal & pastel long ago.. no portraiture, only animals & landscapes..
I have just one more photo...
wanted to save it for last.
Ladies...yes, he is single. :)
One of FR's Finest!
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KEYWORDS: freepers; fun; military; patriotic; surprises; veterans
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To: Diver Dave
Morning, Dave - sorry I'm late this morning - you'll probably be getting little Logan soon and FR time will be over again until nap time!
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08/28/2002 7:43:29 AM PDT
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Billie
To: Billie; humblegunner
LOL -- and you mention that he's single?!! I think Free Republic's website is about to take a very interesting turn.
I'm spoken for but I'm going to enjoy, from the woman's perspective, the Texas stampede that's about to occur!
To: KLT; humblegunner; whoever
Have yourself a super day HG.
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08/28/2002 7:44:21 AM PDT
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lodwick
To: ClaraSuzanne
Yep! Another Texan! I think there are over 500 of us registered at FR. :)
Morning, Pip!
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08/28/2002 7:44:23 AM PDT
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Billie
To: dansangel
Good morning dansangel....thank you for putting me on the "FINEST" ping list....I'm thrilled to be here...
Greetings From The Most Socialist Republic Of NY,
Karen AKA KLT
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08/28/2002 7:44:30 AM PDT
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KLT
To: Flyer; humblegunner; Hap
Woohoo - one of H-town's finest! (Hap, check out Humblegunner's profile page - he likes the gun range even more than we do.)
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08/28/2002 7:45:32 AM PDT
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Xenalyte
To: dansangel
Hi, d'sangel! Still basking in the glow of yesterday's thread? You should! It was so FINE!
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08/28/2002 7:46:01 AM PDT
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Billie
To: lodwick
Now that's a hot pic...lodwick...Looks like the sheriff is in town....You have yourself a great day, be safe, and lock up those bad guys...they need to be caged!
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08/28/2002 7:47:03 AM PDT
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KLT
To: Billie; All
Thanks! I'm honored! Great job, too....
To: Billie; KLT
Thank-you, Billie. You are TOO kind!
{{{{{{{{BILLIE}}}}}}}}
KLT: I've got you beat by a country mile....The People's Republik of Atlanta...LOL!
To: Flyer
You are too kind, Flyer! Love the graphic...
To: Flyer; ValerieUSA; humblegunner; Colt .45; Rifleman; shotgun; Militiaman7
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08/28/2002 7:52:57 AM PDT
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lodwick
To: Diver Dave
Enjoy your day in the spotlight I shall indeed.. and thanks!
To: dansangel
I don't know...dansangel...NY is very liberal...and crazy....but...I know Atlanta has turned very different in the last decade or so...
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08/28/2002 7:56:23 AM PDT
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KLT
To: KLT
Thank you! Have fun! You missed firebrand last week then. She was 8-20-02. If you get a chance, go check that thread. :)
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08/28/2002 7:56:24 AM PDT
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Billie
To: Billie
Yep! Another Texan! I think there are over 500 of us registered at FR. :) Morning, Pip!
There's quite a few more, if you count those of us formerly from Lone Star country working elsewhere, as I am and have been here in Memphis, but who want to get back home as soon as we can, aqnd those who left for other more permanent relocations, but who'll always be Texicans in their hearts.
I reckon there must be at least a thousand of 'em, just here at FR, meebe as many as a million....
-archy-/-
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08/28/2002 7:57:07 AM PDT
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archy
To: lodwick
That's such a pretty sunrise, Sunrise King! Do you happen to know where it is?
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posted on
08/28/2002 7:57:10 AM PDT
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Billie
To: Billie
Will check out Firebrand's thread...thanks..Billie
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08/28/2002 7:57:20 AM PDT
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KLT
To: ValerieUSA
I just love that photograph! I think that part of their ranch is so pretty!
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08/28/2002 7:58:14 AM PDT
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Billie
To: humblegunner; ValerieUSA
Sunrise on the bay
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08/28/2002 7:59:54 AM PDT
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Flyer
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