A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....09-24-02

Dansangel and 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:  g'nad, AgThorn's son Justin, SLB, AgThorn's son Brett

MIDDLE:  fish70, razorback-bert, CheneyChick,Leroy S Mort, Mark17

BOTTOM:  Terry's Take, Taxman, DinkyDau

TOP:  ValerieUSA's son Grant, SK1Thurman, kd5cts, RangerVetNam,

dansangel and .45man's son-in-law Tony

BOTTOM:  rangerX, Old China Hand, Trish, Howlin's dad, Mustang

TOP: ohioWfan's son, MamaBear's father-in-law, MamaBear's dad, ladtx

MIDDLE:  The Mayor's niece, M.Kehoe, Beach_Babe's son-in-law

BOTTOM:  deadhead's dad, HiJinx, Severa's hubby, viligantcitizen's granddad.

TOP: Q6-God, Scan59, Mama Bear and JKPhoto's son, ofMagog

MIDDLE:  Big'ol_freeper, JustAmy's great uncle, Prodigal Son

BOTTOM:  JustAmy's husband, JustAmy's brother-in-law, JustAmy's brother.

TOP: dakine's wife, MeeknMing's dad, Auntbee's nephew, MilitiaMan7,
AlasBabylon.
BOTTOM:  Joe Brower, Temple Owl, Temple Owl's wife, dutchess' dad,
Aomagrat

                     

“Mugged” in New York!
by dansangel

A whirlwind of activity most appropriately describes a FReeper by the name of n.y.muggs. A member of Free Republic since November 29, 1998, he is an energetic and politically active person who aspires to a position in local N.Y. politics.

n.y. muggs

Top: n.y.muggs manning his own campaign. Bottom: Mrs.muggs,
his biggest and most loyal supporter!

When he’s not hot on his own campaign trail, n.y.muggs is actively participating in the elections of others. And, when he’s not out stumping for his favorite candidates, he’s organizing and participating in FReeps. Talk about burning the candle at both ends!

A n.y.muggs FReep is more like a good ole’ N.Y. mugging! No holds barred, pull out the stops… if you’re the object of a n.y.muggs Freep, you’re gonna be hurtin’ for certain! Just ask a certain “Junior Senator” from the great state of New York:

“Go Home Hillary” Freep. n.y.muggs is on the right. Wait…isn’t that former Mayor Rudy Giuliani in the center?

Along with Freeping dreaded politicians, n.y.muggs finds time to rub shoulders with admired politicians, as well:

Top: n.y.muggs shakes hands with GA. Congressman Bob Barr in Washington DC. Bottom: n.y.muggs “mugging” for the camera with Alan Keyes.

There’s a glamorous edge to the world of politics. n.y.muggs and his lovely wife Paula take time to attend a reception on Election Night 2000:

Being “One of FR’s Finest” may require some hard work, dedication and an occasional night on the town. One of the best perks, however, is that there is always the opportunity to express oneself:

Left: A solo Freep in D.C. Right: Senator Schumer, Hillary’s partner in crime in NY, fumes as a certain FReeper receives more press coverage than he!

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It is with great pride that we present n.y.muggs - definitely “One of FR’s Finest!” The only people who need to worry about being mugged by this FReeper are those public figures who insist on hanging out on the wrong side of the ticket. ~dansangel~

THIS WEEK'S THREADS

09-23-02 Hall of Fame

Thanks, Mixer!

     1) Click on the graphic to open the Calendar.
     2) Once there you can click on any month and even click to the right to go into next year. Once you are in the month that you joined FR you will need to click on the number in the calendar and then an add item screen will come up.
     3) In the next box enter your name in the "Calendar Text" field and then click on submit.
     4) If any of the screens fail to load simply click on refresh in your browser and that will usually fix it.
     5) If all else fails or simply if you want me to do this for you send me an FReepmail and I will gladly do it for you. ~Mixer

[Pippin]

Great pictures!

[Militiaman7]

Saluting: n.y.muggs

[Libertina]

LOL I can tell this isn't going to go away...

[Billie]

That's a durn sorry state of affairs when I am anyone's connection to sanity.. usually the opposite is true.

LOL!

[Billie]

You mean you haven't finished all that painting yet?! Why, Nan! (Hey, just hang some more pictures, and keep the shutters closed.) :)

[lodwick]

Super eagle pic - thanks for that one. I enjoy posting stuff about the honoree's home state and town if I can figger out where it is.

L - I must say I had to read, and re-read the Putzhead remark - then go back and re-check the thread before I "got it." ('course I'm not the quickest bear in the woods.)

Does NYMuggs have to do something during the day besides FReep? Like WORK, or something?

[Billie]

oooooooooh! That dirty rat!

Now, now, he may be a wolf, but he's no rat. :)

[ofMagog]

0415 Wednesday 25Sep02 Cold and Rainy

Who's making all that noise this time of morning?!

Anybody make coffee?

Did anyone pull in Fred last night?

Is the bear a Catholic?

Is WVNan fixing SOS for breakfast again?

Did the locals release humblegunner and LadyX?

Why is Cobbie sitting nude on deck?

Where's Thud?

I'm going back to sleep...

[Billie]

Hi, Libertina - I loved that sign, too! Putzhead, LOL!

[ST.LOUIE1]

anyone care to share a cup of green tea with me?

Well....not really. LOL

I'd be happy to share a nice cup of cocoa with you, though. : )

[Billie]

Awwwwwwwwwwww!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Gettin' paid for your service yet?

Nope but seing the sunsine that Billie added to my Cancun beach view makes it all worth it : )

That's nice to hear.

Billie does have sweet ways, doesn't she? : )

Being a skin-flint doesn't affect her sweetness at all. LOL

[lodwick]

Good to see you here today - rest well.

Someone PLEASE toss Cobby his speedo - now.

[ST.LOUIE1]

Oh, LOOOOUIEEE!
Did I hear you have one more pineapple pie? Hmmmm?

No! You're ears are playing tricks on you. : )

[LadyX]

{{{HUGS}}}
and

[ST.LOUIE1]

Louie, SUGAH!

LOL!!!!

Er....this IS a public thread....

...control yourself, girl. : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

AW! Can't I have just an itty bitty lil ole piece of pie?

Sorry, Louie eats pineapple pies....alone. : )

[Billie]

"I've gossiped too much via freepmail."
OMG, Nan, if there IS a correlation between sin and sickness, I'm going to come down with the Bubonic Plague for that one! 

NO!!! Tell me you're kidding! Nobody gossips via freepmail. (Now, tell me what you heard she said they did again?!):)

[Billie]

Barney is such a hunk. LOL!

[ST.LOUIE1]

LOL I can tell this isn't going to go away...

Huh?

I would have included my name in that group, but....

....just didn't want 'my' name bandied about. How's that?

Been called everything BUT a "putzhead", and didn't want a whole new thread to start. LOL