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A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....10-24-02
dansangel and Billie
Posted on 10/24/2002 1:38:40 AM PDT by dansangel
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.
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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: 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
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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
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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.
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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.
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TOP: dakine's wife, MeeknMing's dad, Auntbee's nephew, MilitiaMan7, AlasBabylon. BOTTOM: Joe Brower, Temple Owl, Temple Owl's wife, dutchess' dad, Aomagrat
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A FRiend "Across the Pond"
MadIvan
Freeper since October 29, 1998
The way that the liberal press in our country would have it told, the US has no allies in Europe in the war against terror.
The reality is that nothing could be further from the truth. We have many allies, especially from Great Britain, our "sister country across the pond." If you doubt that this is true, take the time to read some of the threads that MadIvan puts up. Many of these threads are accompanied by his pithy comments, recognizable by their uniquely colored and italicized script.
MadIvan has been a part of Free Republic for nearly four years. His biting wit and Brit-speak are familiar to many. Also well-known are his conservative stance and allegiance to the current Republican Administration. He is quick to criticize the critics both here and in his home country across the Atlantic.
As a youth, MadIvan relates that he was a member of the Young Conservatives. Recently, he has just rejoined the Conservative Party for his constituency of Islington South & Finsbury. Because he works and is also studying for and working towards an MA in E-Business at night, most of his political activity is right here on Free Republic.
Ivan and "Uncle Ronnie" ~ a "fantasy meeting" (LOL)
What brought MadIvan to FR initially was his disgust of Clinton. "Unglamorous, but true," he remarks. Prior to FR, some of his first battles were waged against leftists on alt.impeach.clinton.
It was during this time that someone informed MadIvan about Free Republic (lucky for us!). He says he was "horrified" to learn that the impression on FR was that everyone outside the USA supported Clinton. Says MadIvan, "And I've been loudly proclaiming my opposition to that idea ever since. ;)"
MadIvan had a strong and definite emotional stake in the horror of September 11, 2001. His mother was in New York and in close proximity to the World Trade Center at the time the terrorists struck.
Not only was he appalled by the enormity of the violent event and loss of life, he was fearful for the safety of his mother. MadIvan was tremendously relieved to find out that she was fine, but deeply angered and saddened by the cold-blooded murder of innocent American citizens.
Ornithopter in flight
In his "spare time" MadIvan is quite the science fiction fan; more specifically, he is a fan of Frank Herbert's "Dune." If you check out his Free Republic Profile Page, in addition to listing his answers to various "enquiring minds want to know"-type questions, you will see that he is a Website designer. One of the Websites that he has created is dedicated to "Dune."
Finally, although he does not mention her by name on his profile page, MadIvan has a beloved who is also a FReeperette! She is somewhat shy and wishes to remain anonymous. However, she can usually be found posting on the various newsworthy threads that MadIvan puts up.
One thing is certain; because they met and FReep together on FR, it is a match most assuredly made in "Conservative Heaven."
When the liberal mush-mouthed news media has you down and has left you to wonder who in the world we can call "ally," let MadIvan and many of his fellow countrymen be the first to come to mind.
Ivan's eyes showing the telltale blue-on-blue from partaking of "the Spice."
Please join me in giving another deserving FReeper, one who happens to be an ally of Conservative America, a warm welcome to FR's Finest...
Today that Finest is MadIvan!
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THIS WEEK'S THREADS
10-21-02 International Profile Pages
10-22-02 Knighthawk
10-23-02 JohnHuang2's "My Two Cents - Maureen Dowd -- All The Drool that's fit to..."
Opinions by our own 'King of Ping'
The guy's good, folks!
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 |
TOPICS: Culture/Society; Miscellaneous; News/Current Events; Political Humor/Cartoons
KEYWORDS: freepers; fun; military; patriotic; surprises; veterans
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To: dansangel
Good Morning from the left coast.
A wonderful Profile this morning, Dansangel. Thank you for intoducing us to MadIvan.
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:05:54 AM PDT
by
JustAmy
To: lodwick
Bahhhhh ..... Where is the biscuits and gravy?
How are you this fine morning my friend?
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:11:00 AM PDT
by
JustAmy
To: JustAmy
Hi out there - we're rained in here. Soggy CenTex day. Bummer, but excellent for staying at the keyboard. ;-)
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:19:32 AM PDT
by
lodwick
To: MadIvan
Congratulations on your day in the Spotlight MadIvan!
Click on the pic
To: lodwick; MadIvan
Thanks fer the link, lodwick, and Congrats to MadIvan fer a job well done!!
FReegards...MUD
To: Billie
You're up early today.
Anything wrong? LOL Now that was uncalled for. LOL!
And I noticed that YOU are also here early for you!
Yep! Couldn't sleep. Like Ivan, insomnia. : (
Nonetheless, I am happy to see you, and know you're not getting enough hugs, so here ya go!
I'm happy to see you, too. : )
((((((((((HUGS!))))))))))
There! I am feeling colorful today. :)
A rainbow hug! A first!!! I loooooove it!!! : )
To: Pippin
Hi Pippin and everyone. It feels like forever since I've been here. I had a little problem but its all okay now. I have so much catching up to do I guess I better get started right way. Pippin I hope everythings okay at the doctors.
Boop
To: JustAmy; Happygal; grumpster-dumpster; Desdemona
Bahhhhh ..... Where is the biscuits and gravy? My good friend gumpster-dumpster would know where those are. ;)
Regards, Ivan
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:34:21 AM PDT
by
MadIvan
To: dansangel; MadIvan; Billie; All
CONGRATULATIONS MADIVAN!!!!
Enjoy your day in the spotlight! Have a great day all.
To: dansangel
Saluting: MadIvan
To: Mudboy Slim
Good morning to you, Mud.
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:38:31 AM PDT
by
Billie
To: MadIvan
I was going to congratulate you earlier but I got sidetracked watching this riveting game of Pong. I just wish someone would score. :-)
It's nice meeting you, MadIvan. Hope you enjoy your day!
To: lodwick; dansangel; daisyscarlett; Mama_Bear
Good morning there hostesses - ya did good when you added dansangel to the team. She's a keeper. ;-) Nothing but the best for the Finest. Can we pick 'em, or what!
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:41:13 AM PDT
by
Billie
To: ladtx
Father, please Bless and Comfort the families of these fallen heros.
Good Morning, Ladtx. This is still two too many. Thank you for remembering them.
God Bless you, Ladtx
God Bless our Military, Past and Present.
God Bless America.
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:41:34 AM PDT
by
JustAmy
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:43:58 AM PDT
by
lodwick
To: dansangel
Good morning angel. Wow...what a great profile...You sure have gotten the hang of this so very quickly....
To: jwfiv
A simple thank you never seems quite enough to say to your posts, jw!
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:46:53 AM PDT
by
Billie
To: Billie; Mama_Bear; dansangel
Good morning...
Check out this calendar page...Words for us all to try to live by, for sure...
To: Jaguar
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:48:11 AM PDT
by
lodwick
To: JustAmy; daisyscarlett; Aquamarine
Just saying good morning to three of FR's Finest Females.
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posted on
10/24/2002 8:52:35 AM PDT
by
Billie
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