A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....10-24-02

dansangel and Billie

[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.

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

                     

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!

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

[lodwick]

Thanks for the outstanding sitrep - way to go! Thanks for the smile.

[LadyX]

We are so pleased to welcome you
as one of The Finest of Free Republic, MadIvan!

[lodwick]

If it ever stops raining, this will go to Glocktoberfest this weekend.
Buckmark .22cal
along with a BDA .380. Stop the rain.

[LadyX]

"I'll have to make you an honorary 'wolf, Mud."

S'pose I'll have to address this to both of you then:

[Mudboy Slim]

"There's nothing worse than a ***po'd*** Wolf!!!"

Hah!! I've heard Ol' Louie ain't nuthin' but a puppy dawg...MUD

[Mudboy Slim]

Ya sure know how to tame the savage beast, don'tcha, my FRiend?!

LOL and FReegards...MUD

[LadyX]

It was so wonderful of you to bring this home for chadsey, LIR!
Just look at that expression on his cute little face!

[LadyX]

WHAT?? - -
all those double and triple hugs today wore you out?

How do these grab ya?!!!

hahahaha

[Excuse_My_Bellicosity]

Cool graphics bump!!

[Mama_Bear]

Beautifully done, dansangel! Wow, I just love having such talented and artistic friends. :-)

MadIvan, even though I don't think I have ever had the pleasure of talking with you on the threads, I have read and enjoyed so many of your posts over the years. You are truly deserving of FR's Finest spotlight today!

[dansangel]

If the peaceful muslims blow up the Theater and 600+ people die they will (sadly) cover it then.

Sigh....you are so right. And, it's too late. I've been home for almost two hours and have watched approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes of the "alleged sniper" coverage and approximately 5 minutes of the hostage situation.

[LadyX]

Representing a Committee of One,
I hereby take it upon myself
to declare Two Winners in the Hugs for the Day Department:

Our Hostess dansangel ~ ~ ~
and ~ ~ ~ our very own Pippin

[dansangel]

The Ruger your wife uses for target practice is ***nice***!

I'm glad she agrees with me about the trigger pull on the PT111. Like I said, I stuck with it and it's not SO bad, now.

I looked at the Tomcat, but it was too small. I even had the female owner of a gun shop recommend a Keltec, but it looked (and felt) too much like a water pistol! LOL!

[dansangel]

What a cute little bear! Don't leave him unattended because if Mama_Bear doesn't grab him, I will!

o~<);-)

[Mama_Bear]

Well, thank you so much, Pippin. That is sweet of you. :-)

BTW, your page is looking GREAT! I really love the bubbles. Perfect for our bubbly Pippin.

[dansangel]

If it ever stops raining, this will go to Glocktoberfest this weekend. Buckmark .22cal along with a BDA .380. Stop the rain.

Sweet!

I'll pray for a stop to the rain for you. I'd hate it if Glocktoberfest were called off! We want to hear that "Al-Clayda" (I LOVE that!) has been vanquished!!

LOL!

[Mama_Bear]

Hi Auntbee. It is always a pleasure when you stop by. Sorry I was so late getting here that I missed you.

.........

[dansangel]

Hah!! I've heard Ol' Louie ain't nuthin' but a puppy dawg...MUD

Shhhhh! Really, I'm warning you!

Things could get ***ugly***!

;-)

Time to hide!

[dansangel]

Thank-you, E_M_B!

We're glad you stopped by to visit!

{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}

[Mama_Bear]

Hi jwfiv. I am arriving fashionably late again. Sorry I missed you.

A very pleasant evening to you, Finest FRiend. :-)