A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....02-19-02....The Queen of Dork

Dutchess and Billie

[dutchess]

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.

                     

The Queen of Dork!

Baby Brad and Heidi
Brad's Gramma

She is first and foremost a child of God. She is a born-again Christian. She is 100% pro-life and 100% pro-Israel. She is also outrageously funny, fiercely loyal to both family and friends, a regular on The Dose and Freeperthon threads and has been affectionately dubbed "THE QUEEN OF DORKS". Here are some things that may surprise you about our very own "Brad's Gramma"

Sewing is my passion. I teach beginning sewing in my home. I believe it's an art that is almost lost. I get GREAT satisfaction out of watching the high school girls working with their creative natures, putting together the "weirdest" fabrics and patterns, making them LOOK right, and WEARING them!!! Some of them have made clothing for their friends both as gifts, and in some cases, to sell them. One girl was making Prom dresses and making a nice profit. What I enjoy most about working with those girls is being able to talk to them about Jesus, their life style choices, and just being there for them. I haven't taken up quilting yet, but it's starting to nag me!

BG was born in the Midwest and moved to California many years ago. Her father served in WWII and a brother served in Viet Nam.

There's other family history, regarding military that I've grown up with, giving me an "in-born" respect for our military. It was a quiet respect in our family, one never questioned.

BG's immediate family was Republican so she comes by her conservatism naturally. She does note that one sibling has " left the fold" since becoming an adult. Every family has one of those!

Family means everything to BG. She was a stay-at-home mom and regrets NONE of it! She and "Gramps" are the proud parents of two Midwest girls and a California boy!

And Now for the Story Behind Her Screen Name, Uncut and Unedited..

We have the cutest kid ever born grandson who is not only the cutest, he's the smartest. He excels in everything he does. He's the first in his class. He can run faster, climb higher, read faster, comprehend more from his reading, do math problems better than even the principal, has won every contest he's ever entered, has been voted Most Likely To Succeed in ALL of his classes in every grade since Kindergarten, has mastered 4 foreign languages, knows how to play the piano, violin, drums, cello and 3 others that slip my mind at the moment, has turned down offers from Hollywood for his acting skills (phew!), has 3 things he's invented that are waiting for the patents to go through (that was in 2nd grade) and has a full scholarship granted from MIT. We've been told he's the first child under 12 to receive that. And of course, worships the ground his Gramma walks on.

And, we defy anyone to dispute that fact.

There is NOT a biased bone in this great Freepers Body!!!!

BG doesn't remember exactly when she became interested, then "obsessed" with politics.

Gramps turned me on to Rush, years ago and the rest is history! I still listen to him, but have grown to REALLY like Hugh Hewitt. I believe Hugh will be giving Rush a run for his money some day soon.

She had heard of FR years ago and lurked off and on, but the night of THE ELECTION is when she really became hooked.

I remember sitting here, with a radio on, FR, Drudge and Real Clear Politics open…obviously, FR was the best. I signed up shortly thereafter. Lawgirl was the Freeper who gave me the nudge I needed to finally post, and I'll bet….she doesn't even remember! She was so gracious and helpful.

Rumor has it that BG has a daughter who also frequents the Dose. You'll often find them having mother daughter spats, which some refer to as "the dork wars". Her "daughter" recently shared a childhood picture of how she was informed of her adoption.

On a serious note Brad's Gramma provides humor and caring all wrapped in one. Here are a few comments by some of her devoted freeper fans:

Brad's Gramma's words always bring cheer or encouragement to those in need, lighthearted silliness leading to tears of laughter, or expressions of love for country and GW which inspire even greater patriotism in the reader. She consistently displays the character of a true friend and foot soldier in life, and is an undeniable Finest in FR. (Nicmarlo)

It's rare to meet and bond with a person so precious in real life much less the internet. Brad's Mamma continues to make me laugh until tears run down my face. Her heart is as big as the Pacific Ocean…reaching out to those in need emotionally and offering unconditional love. She's a truly amazing woman. (homeschool mama)

I first met Brad's Gramma on The Dose and I have been a fan of her's ever since…No matter what is going on, no matter how bad a day it has been, Grammie puts a smile on my face and warms my heart with her great humor and loving heart (Mo1)

It is a pleasure to recognize Brad's Gramma, a devoted Christian, wife, mother, GRANDMOTHER, friend to so many freepers and yes the QUEEN OF DORK.

Brad's Gramma, You ARE one of FR's Finest!

12-17-03....PRESIDENT'S DAY 12-18-03....POLITICAL PICTIONARY

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.
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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

[nicmarlo]

I just found another pic of grammy......maybe this is the one she sent you:

Hi Gramma!

[dutchess]

I really DO have a REAL picture...but can't believe this one hasn't been posted today...another sorry in advance folks!

[LadyX]

"Will you pippin and LadyX help me protect the poor guy???"

Possible solution here, dutchess!

Make a snappy looking vest with K-9 on each sides for Tha Gizmutt.

Convince Thud that if he loses his balance and falls overboard, or if pirates threaten, Gizzmutt is his K-9 Personal Protector and will rescue him.

That should do it, ya think?

[WVNan]

Free, thank you for your concern about my safety. This has been quite an experience. We used to have lots of ice storms in Tenn., but this is the first one we've had since moving to WV. Strange thing is that we were right on the line between snow and ice, and we got the ice. Trees down all over the roads. 100,000 people without electric and at least half that many without water. The rest of them in the southern part of the state are dealing with flooding. Floods are a normal part of WV life and we know how to deal with them, but the ice is harder to combat. Hubby and I didn't even try. We just packed our suitcase and headed for a motel. We slept too much and ate too much and I almost finished reading "Bush at War" by Woodward, but we are really glad to be home. My back couldn't take another night on that motel matress. Too hard.

[WVNan]

Good evening to ye me Lady. Isn't it grand to be back on duty? I have missed everyone. You wouldn't believe how addicted I am to this place. I was truly bored in that motel room. Would you believe they didn't even have FOX news on the TV? Talk about total withdrawal....

I'm so glad that you are doing so well. I pray that you continue to heal quickly. I'm glad you like the daisies. I couldn't think of anything more appropriate. You and I are daisy kind of girls, don'tcha think?

[dutchess]

Convince Thud that if he loses his balance and falls overboard, or if pirates threaten, Gizzmutt is his K-9 Personal Protector and will rescue him.

Oh...I like it...so does the gizzymutt...his tails waggin.... (shesh...actually that's a lie...he's snug in bed with Mr. D.too tired after a full day of freeping and anxious about preparing for the Mobious adventure)

[dutchess]

I was truly bored in that motel room. Would you believe they didn't even have FOX news on the TV?br>
Oh my gosh...freeper impaired is bad enough BUT only CNN...Yipes! Glad to have you home!

[LadyX]

Hi, Nan!
Hope you've thawed out and are comfortable by now.
Surely between us, we can keep Gizmutt safe.

Will be signing off soon, and be away tomorrow until evening, playing 'Doctor' out of town.
Doing great, overall, getting another pumpkin coach.

The only hard part was telling my sister I kinda ruined the top to the wind suit she gave me last week, it having to be cut off in the wreck..:))

[WVNan]

You did advise Gizzy about the pirates didn't you? We have been known to encounter pirates along the coast of Chili, off the straits of Gilbratar, in the Indian Ocean and even on the Great Barrier Reef. We have to be eternally vigilant and that is part of my job too. I climb the mizen mast and scout for pirates and land. I especially look for land, so that I can shout "LAND HO!" I love doing that because I can't swim and I hate water and sailing. Cap'n says I will eventually learn to like it, but I have my doubts.

[dutchess]

Time for bed for me....Loved working with you grammy..you now have my phone number...just don't upload anymore pictures until you get a new computer LOL!!!! LOVE YOU GIRL!

Thanks friends for helping make this a special day for a special friend.

[WVNan]

You told me about that. Maybe she will get you another one (g). You have a good visit with the doctors and get home safe and sound. Will look forward to hearing the details tomorrow evening if you are up to it.

[LadyX]

You've got that right, Nan!
Daisies don't tell - the petals always come out "He loves me" - and if you're not in the act of pushin' them up, everything is OKAY!!

LOL and {{{ Hugs for Sistah Nan }}}

[LadyX]

Never fear - humblegunner and Eaker are capable of fending off any scoundrels!
After all, they defeated the al-Clayda Army without breaking a sweat..:))

[WVNan]

Good night dutchess. God bless. Thanks for a great thread today.

[LadyX]

One-handed good night hugs from me, duchess..:)))

[homeschool mama]

**BTW, I saw Lerch's home page. **

Gee, glad to know you can read. Ha!

[homeschool mama]

**Yeah, but the temp's DOWN, isn't it? **

102.2

[homeschool mama]

**Prayers lifted for mama's daughter.:) BTW we home schooled for seven years. **

Thank you for the prayers for psychogirl (a 12 year old freeper with parental guidance). Her temp is still up but she's wanting to eat and drink a bit. Good sign. :o)

We're in our 7th year home schooling. Did you school through high school?

[WVNan]

I'm glsd you came over and helped make BG's day a fun one. I think she has enjoyed herself with her tribute.

[homeschool mama]

**Were you able to take a nap? **

Yeah, right.

No...I went to get a clean t-shirt and undies from her closet and yikes! Looked like a cyclone hit! So...I've been dividing her clothes, putting the too small items in one pile and all the rest in a laundry pile. grrr.