A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 08-28-02

Billie

[Billie]

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

                     

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. I’d 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

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..

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I have just one more photo...

wanted to save it for last.

Ladies...yes, he is single. :)

One of FR's Finest!

THIS WEEK'S THREADS

08-26-02 DC Freepers
08-27-02 Freedom Poster

[Billie]

I was in such a hurry, Mz Jones, that I posted that without the link. I'll provide it now, with apologies to h'up and scuttle.....

Waltz Across Texas

[JohnHuang2]

[Billie]

Highland Lakes sunrise - well, you would know about that! I've seen one or two 'round there myself. :)

[xJones]

just say I did not assimilate well.. (resistance is futile) and it was decided I was in need of more structure in my life..
They did indeed have structure at good ol' Allen Military Academy!

Well, let's hear it for Allen Military Academy and structure!

LOL, I'll bet you were a handful.

[chadsworth]

My hubby Chadsworth went to military school too, only he went because he was such a thug that his parents were desperately trying to tame him! This may not come as a surprise to the people on this thread!

BOY, did you let the cat out of the bag now! Actually, my doghouse ( the one without the kingsizebed - Hey Cobbie, I need the address to order that thing, winter is coming) does more good than the military school.

I was tamed down and polished up at the same time. Justfrank told me so--- so there!!!!

Take that Louie and Cob and Lodwick

[Billie]

It would be my pleasure! NEAT graphic!!!!

[Pippin]

More like 1,000! =^)

[xJones]

Thank you for post 81, Billie!

[humblegunner]

I'll bet you were a handful.

The senior cadets had a very efficient method of
teaching polite speech to the junior cadets. ;-)

[Billie]

LOL! Meekie, that is so funny! You're getting REALLY good at this stuff - all the right gifs!

[MeekOneGOP]

Thanks, JG, for the heads up!

AMBER ALERT! 9 Year Old Boy Abducted.
Atlanta Journal Constitutions-ajc.com ^ | 8/28/02

Posted on 08/28/2002 9:07 AM Central by November

PALM DESERT, Calif. (AP)--A 9-year-old boy was taken at gunpoint early Wednesday by two men who attacked the child's father and sped away in a sports utility vehicle. Click link to read story.

Excerpted - Full Article ^

[lodwick]

The Bullethole Range, SanAntonio - cool site

[Billie]

Sure love that little graphic of boot and hat.

Morning, jw! Thanks - it was a birthday gif(t) from the LouieWolf. :)

[bobbyd]

TEXAS BUMP

And congratulations to a fine FReeper and good FRiend!

H/G appreciate you!.....ENJOY YOUR DAY!

[Billie]

Darn! I should have known about all these pics before I finished the thread!

[MeekOneGOP]

LOL! Thanks. When I find a good one, I usually packrat it away.

[chadsworth]

They did indeed have structure at good ol' Allen Military Academy!

Gosh - you went to the wrong military school -- mine taught me how to be more careful and how not to get caught. They did not teach me about a LIR DOGHOUSE that would come later.

I flunked that course.

[lodwick]

In the Summer of 1988, the Allen Military Academy property was sold, to become a women's prison.

...and the difference is? ;-)

[humblegunner]

Darn! I should have known about all these pics before I finished the thread!

Maybe I should have mentioned that Flyer is our Chapter Photographer....oops!

[Flyer]

I was appointed our Chapter photographer so I have a bunch of 'em. I'll sneak them in as I can.