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A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....10-25-02
Billie and daisyscarlett
Posted on 10/24/2002 11:23:26 PM PDT by daisyscarlett
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: Logos, SwedeGirl's hubby, Neil E Wright, FallGuy, 1John, Sneakypete MIDDLE: T'wit, COB1, LadyX, Dick Bachert, 68-69TonkinGulfYatchClub BOTTOM: YankeeinSC, Delta21, JoeSixPack1
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TOP: Bosniajmc, AFVetGal, Archy, A Navy Vet
MIDDLE: 4TheFlag, Aeronaut, 68Grunt, Xinga
BOTTOM: Codger, AAABest, Clinton's A Liar, Duke809, dcwusmc
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TOP: mc5cents, Norb2569, LBGA's son, VanJenerette
MIDDLE: Jim Robinson, KJenerette, davidosborne, KG9Kid
BOTTOM: gwmoore, Equality7-2521, SAMWolf
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TOP: porgygirl, Phil V., MudPuppy, NorCoGOP
MIDDLE: RaceBannon, OneidaM, rdb3, jwTexian
BOTTOM: USMC Vet, TheMayor, Vineyard, rhododogma
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TOP: spectr17, RightOnline, SERE_Doc, Tet68
MIDDLE: FutureSnakeEater, RightOnline's wife, CIApilot, Clamper1797 BOTTOM: usmcobra, onedoug, DiverDave, Joe6-pack
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I Pledge Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
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(The above APOD Banner Graphic is courtesy of Nick Zivanovic of the Calumet Astronomical Society. Nick grants permission for use of this banner on other websites.)
Petuniasevan started posting the Astronomy Picture of the Day in March 2002. She thought it would be a great way to introduce interested FReepers to the wonders of the universe. She obtains the links for this thread from NASA.
Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Petuniasevan adds an Astronomy Fun Fact. She pings interested FReepers to the thread and provides additional commentary. leads discussions and answers questions.
Petuniasevan has suggested the following as memorable APOD's.
October 18 2002
March 24 2002
April 24 2002
June 10 2002
July 20 2002
August 24 2002
September 23 2002
petuniasevan Freeper since 12-14-00
Petuniasevan is from California but she is currently living in Wisconsin with her husband, FReeper poorman.
Petuniasevan became interested in astronomy at an early age and got her first telescope at age six. Currently, she is telescope-deprived but plans to remedy that within a couple of years. She is comparing 'scopes and window shopping.
Favorite threads on FR (besides APOD) are: A Day in the Life of President Bush, (she is a Bush Bot and a distant cousin of the Bush family), veteran-oriented threads, and humor threads (she's on the HMB ping list). She works rotating shifts so it's hard to "hang out" at any of the regular threads, but if her schedule permitted, she would "hang out"at the Daily Dose.
"WI FReeper Get Together"
Petuniasevan and poorman coordinated and organized a WI FReeper get-together at the Prime Quarter Steak House in Appleton WI this past Spring. As with most FReeper social events, everyone enjoyed each other's company and discussed FR activism, politics, ongoing projects, as well as personal hobbies and interests. A good time was had by all.
WI FReeper Dinner 4-02
"Military Service"
Petuniasevan proudly served in the U.S. Air Force 1984-1988 as an aircraft mechanic (B-52G Bombers) at Barksdale AFB, Louisiana. The patches show are, left to right, Air Force Strategic Air Command, Air Force 2nd Bomb Wing. and Air Force 2nd Organizational Maintenance Squadron.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY, PETUNIASEVAN.
"Just for Fun"
Petuniasevan's webpage has a neat link to over 100 smiley faces and over 100 bumper stickers. It can be accessed through her Profile Page. For a rollicking good time, take a look.
CONGRATULATIONS PETUNIASEVAN ENJOY YOUR DAY AS ONE OF FR'S FINEST
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TOPICS: Culture/Society; Miscellaneous; News/Current Events; Political Humor/Cartoons
KEYWORDS: freepers; fun; military; surprises
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To: daisyscarlett; Billie; All
OOPS! Lunch is over!
I best get back to work!
SEEYA!
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posted on
10/25/2002 9:48:15 AM PDT
by
Pippin
To: g'nad
LOL! Saw it, 'nad! I'm doin' great - and hope that
yuh are, too! Glad you can be around for a while - we always miss your friendly posts when you're gone.
Now, I know it's 'bout time fer a kill - Bow Season here yet? :)
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posted on
10/25/2002 9:50:54 AM PDT
by
Billie
To: RikaStrom
I am on the Range Rovers' 'Ways and Means Committee,' Rika!
It was so - well - 'ewe' that I couldn't resist unearthing it!!!
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posted on
10/25/2002 9:52:37 AM PDT
by
LadyX
To: dansangel; Mama_Bear
Well, it looks like, once again, I am the last one of us to arrive today! Hard to wake up on these cloudy, drizzly mornings. Yawwnnnnn. :)
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posted on
10/25/2002 9:52:43 AM PDT
by
Billie
To: Aeronaut; deadhead
In looking over the thread, I think I forgot to say hi to you today...Nice to see you both, as always....
To: WSGilcrest
Good morning to you, WSGilcrest. Wanted to tell you we're always happy to see another new name come by to say hello to our Finest FReeper of the day.
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posted on
10/25/2002 9:55:49 AM PDT
by
Billie
To: Billie
It's been bow season fer three weeks and I ain't kilt nuthin'... durn city boys stumblin' 'round in the woods spookin' everythin'... I'm about to start fillin' my "dumb @$$ city slicker" tags...
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posted on
10/25/2002 9:56:56 AM PDT
by
g'nad
To: dansangel; All
I know - I just got here, but.......
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posted on
10/25/2002 10:02:30 AM PDT
by
Billie
To: LadyX
LOL, ok, in that case... :-)
To: LadyX; Billie
I can't even imagine a setting sun with two vertical rainbows. How stunning it must have been.
And loved your story of the U2 planes and that poor pilot...bet he needed more than one drink...Thanks, as always...
.I do hope you are saving all these bits and pieces of your life experiences that you share with us. You should write a memoir....We'll publish it right here on the Finest Thread....Maybe in installments...Okay, Billie?
To: RikaStrom; Flyer
I can't imagine you guys having more fun at Glocktoberfest than you are having getting ready for it...lol...Can't wait till Monday. Do ping us to the after event thread....
To: Billie
Hard to wake up on these cloudy, drizzly mornings. Ain't that the truth! Here, in the central valley, it has turned from sunny and warm to cold and dreary overnight. I am not ready for winter! It's time to put the electric blanket back on the bed.......but, I know that will just make it all the more difficult to get out of. LOL
To: HiJinx; MeeknMing
Thanks for bringing us up to date on Meek's Dad a couple of days ago...Have you any more news for us....Please tell Meekie we are thinking of him and praying for he and his DAD......
To: daisyscarlett
The purple border matches the purple celestial objects oh so perfectly... LOL!!! You noticed!
I am feeling "purple" today. :-)
I haven't read the entire thread yet, but I need run out and take care of some errands. I will be back shortly.
To: dansangel; daisyscarlett; Billie; Mama_Bear; petuniasevan
{{{{{{{{{TGIF HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} in return to all our hostesses and kudos for another excellent week.
I usually work weekends, but not this one...yayyyyyyyyy.
Greetings and an Atta-Girl are on their way to you, Petuniasevan. I love the ADOP thread.
The Creator's design is grand everywhere we look, but I've always loved the view 'out there'. With Hubble giving us a window no human has ever had before, we are especially lucky to be here now. It's only gonna get better.
Regards to poorman, glad to meet you both.
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posted on
10/25/2002 10:17:20 AM PDT
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jwfiv
To: petuniasevan; poorman; Wisconsin; Green; packer
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posted on
10/25/2002 10:21:28 AM PDT
by
lodwick
To: RikaStrom; petuniasevan; Buck; g'nad
Wisconsin Trophy King buck
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posted on
10/25/2002 10:24:50 AM PDT
by
lodwick
To: lodwick
Nice... I'm chasin' this bruiser's great grandson...
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posted on
10/25/2002 10:28:48 AM PDT
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g'nad
To: daisyscarlett
No news. What I know came from FReepmail, and Meek said he would be out of touch while in Engelwood.
I will look into calling the hospital over the weekend to see if I can get an update.
Later!
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posted on
10/25/2002 10:32:49 AM PDT
by
HiJinx
To: daisyscarlett
Yes it will be nice to hang out and rest ofter that tiring (although incredible) weekend we had in Fkorida. I will be seeing my family on Sunday so that will be a nice relaxing time as well. I lived with my one nephew for 8 years and now I hardly get to see him at all. It will be nice. I hope you have a nice weekend daisy.
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posted on
10/25/2002 10:37:01 AM PDT
by
Mixer
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