A Few of Fr's Finest....Every Day....02-05-03....ThirtySomething

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.

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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.

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

TOP: ladtx #2 son; DiverDave's twin Don; petuniasevan and husband
poorman; Mustard; ladtx #1 son;
BOTTOM: AlamoGirl's brother Floyd; AG's dad; AG's brother Jim (inset);
WVNan's husband; ladtx Aunt Eva.

We now have eleven groups of veterans/active military; we will post each group of three or four twice a week, with thumbnail/links of the remaining seven or eight groups on each thread. Click on any of the thumbnails below to see the group full-size.

         

GROUP 1A: TOP: Logos, SwedeGirl's hubby, Neil E Wright, FallGuy, 1John, Sneakypete MIDDLE:  T'wit, COB1, LadyX, Dick Bachert, 68-69TonkinGulfYatchClub BOTTOM:  YankeeinSC, Delta21, JoeSixPack1

GROUP 2A: TOP:  Bosniajmc, AFVetGal, Archy, A Navy Vet MIDDLE:  4TheFlag, Aeronaut, 68Grunt, Xinga BOTTOM:  Codger, AAABest, Clinton's A Liar, Duke809, dcwusmc

GROUP 3A: TOP:  mc5cents, Norb2569, LBGA's son, VanJenerette MIDDLE:  Jim Robinson, KJenerette, davidosborne, KG9Kid BOTTOM:  gwmoore, Equality7-2521, SAMWolf

GROUP 4A: TOP:  porgygirl, Phil V., MudPuppy, NorCoGOP MIDDLE:  RaceBannon, OneidaM, rdb3, jwTexian BOTTOM:  USMC Vet, TheMayor, Vineyard, rhododogma

         

GROUP 5A: TOP:  spectr17, RightOnline, SERE_Doc, Tet68. MIDDLE:  FutureSnakeEater, RightOnline's wife, CIApilot, Clamper1797. BOTTOM:  usmcobra, onedoug, DiverDave, Joe6-pack.

GROUP 6A: 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.

GROUP 7A: 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.

GROUP 8A: 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.

                     

A STAR WOLF IS BORN
Once a'pony time...
about 32 years ago...
a wolf was born.




     

ST.LOUIE1 his chosen name;
His mother always knew
This was not just any wolf..
He's quite special, it is true.
They came from every thread
Because he is so Fine!
This little wolfie, Louie...
The ladies clamored, "Mine!"

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Well....that was then and this is now,
And wolfie's all grown up.
Has he changed? Did he mature?
If yes means no, and no means yes,
The answer then is, "Yup!"

    

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Happy Birthday Hugs, Wolfie!

Now that we've established I'm no poet, the other hostesses wanted to wish you Happy Birthday, so just stand still while they line up - alphabetically, of course - to give you your hugs. : ) ~ BillieBlue

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from Daisy

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LOUIE!

Go ahead and pig out. It is YOUR day, ENJOY!

.....(hugs)..... daisyscarlett

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from Dansy

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from Dutchess

BIRTHDAY KISSES

For Wolfie's Special Day All the girls are lining up to give a birthday kiss and lots of hugs to our very special Wolfie Happy Birthday Louie XOXO from your newest "Sistah" Dutchess

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from Lori



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So, let's cut the cake already!!

Happy Birthday
Wolfie!

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 02-03-03 HomeschoolMama 02-04-03 Sauropod

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[LadyX]

"Unfortunately that FreeTheSausages (LOL) person is following in Billie's ways."

Not to worry, TMan - she is softening, and no doubt will 'see the light.'

It is heartwarming to see you have recovered sufficiently enough to rejoin us this night.
I'd have been unable to sleep otherwise, so distraught over this sad situation.

You need help, Man (...:)) and I am just the ticket to give it!
FreeTheSausages is not only a nice person (cough, cough), but she is also a lawyer, if you follow my thinking.....

Glad you arrived before I have to go to the bed, here on the East coast.
And your location is - - ??

[The Thin Man]

Hey Mr. Thin Man....As the newest sistah, my impression is that you are the most kind, respectable gentleman on FR. Can't believe the abuse you take from my elder sistahs.....I think I'm going to run and tattle to "MOM"...

Thank you Dutchess for your concern. I'm deeply touched and I will continue to face the abuse with a cheerful attitude and not resort to complaint or retaliation. :-)

who, I thought Dutchess' kind words to me would warm your heart.

[LadyX]

Night, Miss Amy.

God bless you and Leonard (isn't it?) and Frank.

[WVNan]

Nighty night Amy. God bless.

[The Thin Man]

I'm in Minnesota. LadyX you've earned yourself a good night's rest. So pleasant dreams!

[WVNan]

Lady, you are very brave to come to the rescue of the TP (thin person). He definitely requires the attention of someone who is courageous and somewhat stu....naive. I for one would not touch him with a ten foot pole because I do not have the literary skills to repartee with the likes of him. He would destroy me.

[ST.LOUIE1]

WOW! LOL What a greeting. Love it!!!

Thank you, Mo. Sorry I'm late with a reply - I just got home a little while ago.

[WVNan]

Aha! You stayed out past your bedtime young man. Splain yourself. You know you turn into a pumpkin at midnight. Now that your birthday is over you should be old enough to know better

[WVNan]

I knew it! You're Garrison Keeler.

[ST.LOUIE1]

Hey, happy birthday, Louie! Don't do anything I wouldn't do...

I don't think I did....I didn't get arrested. : )

Thanks, Gunner!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Er.....should we be in our jammies on a public thread? : )

What?!...you mean I'm the only one in here running around giving hugs in my jammies in the morning? :)

Um.....yes, you were. Looked real cute, you did. : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

Dear Wolfie,
Hope your day has been almost as special as you are.

Why, thank you, sweet Lady. My day was very special, you and the other Finest ladies made it so.

Oh, and the guys, too. : )

[LadyX]

Ah, Nan - you could talk rings around him with your blarney - and kind and loving heart..:))

TMan, it has been a most rewarding day, and I shall never rue coming to your aid, no matter the cost with a certain other person.

Waidda minit here!!
What did she call me?
OOOOOOOOHHH, no ya don't, Nan.
'Pologize Now, or I'll call Diver Dave!

LOL

I R Not stu...naive.

Might need your assistance tomorrow, TMan, to control this person.

Really do need to go, Nan and Mr. T, and bid you pleasant dreams and God's love to ya both.

[JulieRNR21]

With love & Hugs for

{{{{{{{Louie}}}}}}} from

Georgio

and

[WVNan]

Dittos Maggie. ((((goodnight hug)))))

[ST.LOUIE1]

Thank you, Mixie!

Stop being so scarce around here. : )

[The Thin Man]

I knew it! You're Garrison Keeler.

Don't say that! How cruel. LOL!

[LadyX]

Glad I had not yet signed off, about to retire, and do hope you had an enjoyable night out.

{{{ Last Birthday Hugs to Louie..:)}}}

It's not yet midnight there, Nan, so it's legal for him to stay up a bit.

[ST.LOUIE1]

.....and here is someone special to sing Happy Birthday to Wolfie....

LOL Be still my beating heart!

(I really have to go now...I smell something burning in the kitchen!!Hope it's not those pies!!)

Ohhhhh noooooo...was it? You owe me, missy. : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

Hmm, can I claim to be an alter ego of St.Louie1?
The chessplaying firebrand personality?

No! LOL

You are a "firebrand" though. Fiery wimmen are...well.....cool! I like 'em! : )