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A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....10-18-02
Billie

Posted on 10/18/2002 7:16:51 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






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





                     









Texas



Ladtx
Retired U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer




Ladtx flew UH-1's in Vietnam, OH-58's in Germany, and the CH-47 Chinook in Korea and Texas. He served 20 years in the United States Army. He retired as a Chief Warrant Officer (CW4).




Just a little hole in the chopper. Ladtx, at right.

Vietnam, October 15th (1969?)
Another good day in the Republic of South Vietnam! In all the years of that war no helicopter pilots were lost on this day. Some of us had a little battle damage but at least we were able to get the skids down, grab a quick shower and head for the club. ~ ladtx




During his tenure in the United States Army, Lad served as an Aircraft Commander/Pilot in Command in the 336th Asault Helicopter company, 13th Combat Aviation Battalion, 164th Group, 1st Aviation Brigate, Soc Trang AAF, Republic of South Viet Nam from Sep 69 to Sep 70. He was also an instructor pilot at the United States Army Aviation School at Fort Rucker, Alabama in the UH-1D & H, OH-58A & C, and the CH-47B & C. He performed duties as an Aeroscout Instructor Pilot in the OH-58A and C, teaching the tactics and techniques employed by that aircraft in an Air Calvary role. Lad served his last six years in the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment in Fulda, Germany, flying the OH-58A & C and in the 6th Cavalry Brigate at Fort Hood, Texas, in the CH-47C & D.
His medals are many. He was awarded the Master Aviator's Badge, the Purple Heart, Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, 22 Air Medals (one for valor), and 3 Army Commendations Medals (one for valor). In addition, when he was an Instructor Pilot, Lad landed an OH-58 after the engine came apart and was on fire during an Aeroscout training flight at Fort Rucker, Alabama; he received the U.S. Army Safety Center's Broken Wing Award for that heroic landing.




Ladtx has been a conservative Republican since high school when Richard Nixon ran against John F. Kennedy. He and Mrs. ladtx were married in 1969, after only one date (though he said they had known each other for about a year)! : ) A couple of weeks later he was on his way to Vietnam.
Recently they took a pilgrimage back to Ft. Wolters, TX, near Mineral Wells, where he went through flight school, and was stationed as a TAC Officer after he got back from RVN. At the time, Mrs. ladtx instructed the Warrant Officer Candidates wives in the traditions, military courtesys, etc. of being a Warrant Officer's wife. Their oldest son was born there, at Beach Army Hospital. The historical sign is near the old post headquarters. Fort Wolters closed in 1973.

Ladtx and wife at Fort Wolters, Texas
Ladtx worked for Boeing for 11 years, doing design work for military avionics upgrades, and is currently working for Rockwell Collins, doing the same type of work. He became a FReeper on April 27, 1998, and you can see him here at the Finest every day as he posts a memorial to his fellow Vietnam helicopter pilots who were killed in the line of duty on today's date. Since he began posting this memorial almost a month ago, there have only been three or four days when there were no chopper pilot casualties.
The creative side of Lad dabbles in pen and ink, watercolor, and some oils and acrylics. He's written a novel called "Dreams of Quivira", as yet unpublished, and has also written poetry based on his Vietnam experiences. One of his poems, "The Chapel Bell's Last Clang," can be found on his profile page. Very poignant, he posted it on one of our threads a couple of weeks ago.
Ladtx and his wife have three sons: one a Captain in the Air Force (WSO on B1's), one a student at Lubbock Christian University and in the Army Reserves, and the youngest, who is playing basketball at East Texas Baptist University.
Oh, there's one other member of the ladtx family that is worth a teeny mention here, because she is a teeny little tot who just celebrated her first birthday about a week ago. Her name is Leila Kay, and they are more than a teeny bit proud of her. Can understand why; she's nothing if not adorable! But don't take my word for it. Ask her granddaddy. :)



Ladtx, it is such a pleasure shining the spotlight on as Fine a FReeper as you are, and we are all indebted to you for your service and for continuing to remember those who didn't make it home.





Thank you, Ladtx!






THIS WEEK'S THREADs

10-14-02 Molly Pitcher
10-15-02 Dutchess
10-16-02 Anniegetyourgun, RikaStrom
10-17-02 "Campaign Odyssey in Baghdad" by JohnHuang2

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping'
The guy's good, folks!




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To: ofMagog
Happy news, ofM! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!


101 posted on 10/18/2002 9:38:15 AM PDT by Billie
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To: lodwick
neutered mice

Yeah, and I can't wait for dark so I can turn out the lights and have that cool red glow on my desk.

102 posted on 10/18/2002 9:39:25 AM PDT by Flyer
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To: daisyscarlett; Flyer
Love the Calendar Page, but there's Flyer right there, too! LOL!
103 posted on 10/18/2002 9:39:34 AM PDT by Billie
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To: Billie; daisyscarlett
there's Flyer right there

I passed right by that earlier. For a treat I'll sit still for any picture.

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Flyer

104 posted on 10/18/2002 9:45:01 AM PDT by Flyer
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To: lodwick
Thanks Lodwick! I might even post a picture or two of the party! :)
105 posted on 10/18/2002 9:53:00 AM PDT by Libertina
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To: Flyer; JustAmy; Mama_Bear; ladyinred; chadsworth; yall
Kelli bites husband to death for refusing sex

October 18 2002 at 12:45PM



Modesto - A Californian woman who allegedly flew into a rage and bit her husband repeatedly after he refused to have sex with her is being held on charges that police say may eventually include murder.

Modesto police said that Kelli Pratt, 45, attacked her 65-year-old husband Arthur holding him down and biting him some 20 times after a dispute over sex.


Yikes!
106 posted on 10/18/2002 9:53:17 AM PDT by lodwick
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To: ladtx
Congratulations, Lad!

After reading your Bio, one word comes to mind....

...Hero

You truly are one of the Finest!

Have a wonderful day!

107 posted on 10/18/2002 10:00:14 AM PDT by ST.LOUIE1
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To: Billie
Afternoon, Ms. Sleepy. : )

You picked a real winner! Beautiful job.

108 posted on 10/18/2002 10:02:31 AM PDT by ST.LOUIE1
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To: JustAmy; All
I like your "Finest" congratulations, Amy! Good job!

I'll be back - lunchtime. (seems like I just got here) :)


109 posted on 10/18/2002 10:02:34 AM PDT by Billie
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To: Libertina
Afternoon, Ms.Libertina!

Sounds likeyor next few days are going to be highly enjoyable.
Good for you. : )

110 posted on 10/18/2002 10:06:58 AM PDT by ST.LOUIE1
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To: Billie; Mama_Bear; daisyscarlett; dansangel; lodwick
Thought this picture was way to cute


111 posted on 10/18/2002 10:07:32 AM PDT by dutchess
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To: dutchess
Well done - LOL
112 posted on 10/18/2002 10:23:59 AM PDT by lodwick
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To: lodwick
Kelli bites husband to death...

We seem to have more than our allotment of "crazies" around here - our soon to be ex-congressman seems to fall into that catagory too. :^) Now his kids have sent out a letter urging fellow Dems not to vote for Cardoza. Ya gotta love it!

Must be something in the water. I treat all my drinking water with dark french roast.

Coffee anyone?


113 posted on 10/18/2002 10:24:11 AM PDT by Diver Dave
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To: dutchess
Thank you, dutchess! We've had some good ones all along and still so many to look forward to. (Pssst! Glad to know we made a FReeper out of Mr. D!)
114 posted on 10/18/2002 10:54:51 AM PDT by Billie
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To: Aeronaut
Good afternoon, Flyboy! Today, my goal is to welcome each and every one who visits us personally. I have a hard time catching up when I get so far behind, but my intentions are honorable. :) Thank you for flying over every morning - even coming in for a landing occasionally to have a cup of coffee with me. :)
115 posted on 10/18/2002 10:57:15 AM PDT by Billie
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To: Swede Girl; Lady GOP
Good afternoon to you, Swede Girl. Thank you for gracing our thread today. :) Hope you'll come back - I keep remembering the first time I 'met' you was when I saw all the Inauguration Ball photos, and there you were with Lady GOP, and I did this with it :) :


Left to right: LBGA, Basil, LisaFab, SwedeGirl, and LadyGOP

116 posted on 10/18/2002 11:02:19 AM PDT by Billie
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To: Diver Dave
It's not just CA, here the wives prefer to drive back and forth over dear hubby till he expires.

The defense will attempt to show that she acted with "dimenished capacity" and that dh was a bad actor and deserved the ultimate press job.
117 posted on 10/18/2002 11:05:24 AM PDT by lodwick
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To: lodwick
or perhaps diminished capacity.
118 posted on 10/18/2002 11:07:01 AM PDT by lodwick
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To: Billie; ladtx
Beautiful job Billie.

Lad, thank you so much for you service, you are appreciated.

119 posted on 10/18/2002 11:07:40 AM PDT by RikaStrom
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To: Billie; ladtx
Beautiful job Billie.

Lad, thank you so much for you service, you are appreciated.

DOH! you = your

I'm going to go have another coke, obviously I am not awake. :-)

120 posted on 10/18/2002 11:08:32 AM PDT by RikaStrom
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