USO Canteen FReeper Style ~ Military Reaction to the Commander in Chief ~ February 22 2003

Lt. Commander Bill Goss, USN (Ret) ^ | 68-69TonkinGulfYatchClub and FRiends of the Canteen

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

On Feb 13th, 2003 President George W. Bush gave a speech to the thousands of Sailors
and their families attached to ships homeported at the U.S. Naval Station in Mayport, Florida.
Here are some of their reactions.

"What did you think of your Commander-in-Chief's speech?"

Here's their response:

1. "It was a very good speech. It gave that camaraderie back to us…I think we lost it for a while our ship was getting refurbished. His speech gave us back that 'umph!' we needed. I liked how he said we are going to go kick Saddam's butt. Saddam's been pussyfooting around and the United Nation's told him that he has had his last chance…the people of Iraq aren't the problem, it's their leader and his underlings."

2. "I'm highly encouraged by what the President said. I like how our Commander-in-Chief came down to the 'deck plate level' to talk to us, because we're the ones that have to do his will, and he showed that he cares by coming to see us. He gave us confidence to go do what we've got to do."

3. "He gave a great speech. He said 'thanks' to the troops here; he sent a message to the U.N. and a message to Saddam Hussein. The people onboard my ship are going to be talking about it for days and also reading about it on Military.com. Now we've got to head back to the ship to get it ready…"

4. "The President isn't afraid to say what needs to be said to get the job done. He's not politicking and not mincing words. We don't need that -- we've got way too many serious things going on. We've got countries like France and Germany that want to play games right now and they've a record of doing that, so I'm not surprised. It's good to have a leader that's willing to step up to the plate when we need it most and a speech like this for the 'Blue-shirts' means everything to them because they're getting ready to leave their families for six months and it's great for them to know that their leader is behind them."

5. "The President's speech was very exciting and very emotional. We're very nervous at home wondering about what's going to happen. I think we should stop politicking and go get the job done, so my husband can get back home and let us continue on with our family life." (Quote from the wife of a Navy helicopter pilot.)

[radu]

*giggle* I wish I could have been here earlier to ride that Viking ship. Looky what I found to go with it. Wouldn't we have looked luverly in these? LOL!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Now those are some luverly headgear. I'm afraid I would have gone crosseyed.

[Kathy in Alaska]

"Our forces continue to destroy the fiber optics link the ChiComs built for Saddam with technology Clinton helped them steal."

I'm so proud of our Military. Awesome picture, Phil, awesome.

[radu]

It's wonderful to see you stop by the Canteen today, Larry! Beautiful post.

How are all the eagles these days? I've missed hearing about the sightings. :-)

[Kathy in Alaska]

radu, I'm headed for bed. I went early last night and was up every hour trying to be sick. Soooo, tonight I'm going later and try again. I hope MY winter stops visiting you soon. God bless you for being here and being such a good supporter of our military.

[radu]

LOL! I can't imagine having to wear that head gear. It would probably have had me cross-eyed, too.

[radu]

OH NO! I hope you feel better soon!!

Good night and sleep well. God bless ya for your dedication to our troops and to the Canteen.

Here's a "blankie" to help keep you warm.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Brian, I've almost got another package ready to go. Do you want anything different, or more of the same? God bless you and your buddies for protecting America.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks for the blankie, radu.

Time for bed. God Bless all our troops, their families, our veterans and our Canadian, Israeli, Great Britain, Australian, New Zealand and Taiwanese allies. We pray for your safe and soon return. Thank you for doing the jobs you do to keep this UNITED STATES OF AMERICA safe. We love all of you.

Thank you Lurker, Toby, Tom Cat, Kyle, Joe, Jake, the Z-Tar, Sneakers, Scully and the Pirates, Brook, Leatherneck Rangler Jody, Cory, Jimmy, Winky, Chez, Martin, John, David C, Parker, Michael, Smitty, David, and Carol for being part of our family. Thank you to all who enter the Canteen. Salute!

A PRAYER OF PROTECTION

The light of God surround you
The love of God enfold you
The power of God protect you
The presence of God watch over you
Wherever you are, God is,
And all is well.
Amen.

And thanks to Scully and the Pirates, TSgt Munnell, Peter and Greg for your support.

Wherever you are, God is, and all is well! Amen.

[radu]

You're welcome. Hope you feel better in the morning. :-)

[E.G.C.]

BTTT!!!!!!

[radu]

What a fantastic letter to President Bush, Diva! I love your way with words.

[snippy_about_it]

Thanks HiJinx, I know that took a lot of work. I appreciate it.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

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[blackie]

My pleasure Kathy!

Molon Labe!