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A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 08-28-02
Billie

Posted on 08/28/2002 7:26:17 AM PDT by 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.



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






TOP:  Bosniajmc, AFVetGal, Archy, A Navy Vet

MIDDLE:  4TheFlag, Aeronaut, 68Grunt, Xinga

BOTTOM:  Codger, AAABest, Clinton's A Liar, Duke809, dcwusmc






TOP:  mc5cents, Norb2569, LBGA's son, VanJenerette

MIDDLE:  Jim Robinson, KJenerette, davidosborne, KG9Kid

BOTTOM:  gwmoore, Equality7-2521, SAMWolf





TOP:  porgygirl, Phil V., MudPuppy, NorCoGOP

MIDDLE:  RaceBannon, OneidaM, rdb3, jwTexian

BOTTOM:  USMC Vet, TheMayor, Vineyard, rhododogma






TOP:  spectr17, RightOnline, SERE_Doc, Tet68

MIDDLE:  FutureSnakeEater, RightOnline's wife, CIApilot, Clamper1797
BOTTOM:  usmcobra, onedoug, DiverDave, Joe6-pack





                     









Home on the Range!




If it wasn't already evident by his screenname, one would soon learn this Native Texan has more than a passing interest in guns. I think in every correspondence I had with him regarding today's profile, he mentioned going to the gun range, having been to the gun range, or thinking about going to the gun range! :)

humblegunner

FReeper since 01-23-01

Sometimes, Getting to Know You means letting the FReeper of the Day tell us something about himself, in his own words. These, then, are some of humblegunner's words ........


Born in 1964, a Native Texan.
I grew up on different ranches we owned in Elgin, Bastrop, Alpine and Marlin, TX. Dad served in Korea as a Fire Control Officer...he was a Colonel upon retirement and transferred to the Army Finance Corps upon return to the states.
At age 13 I was sent to Allen Military Academy in Bryan, TX (prep school for A&M), but by the time I graduated I had been exposed to quite enough Corps and decided, much to my later chagrin, not to pursue a Military career. It should be noted, however, that I learned many invaluable things at Allen, which have served me well in later years.
Currently I am employed as a Dangerous Goods Specialist for a Chemical Manufacturing Plant in Houston, TX and am responsible for the shipment of hazardous materials by land, sea & air.
I am a very strong supporter of the 2nd amendment and also States rights.
I became involved with FreeRepublic through a friend sending me links for a couple of years. I’d read the article and make comments to my friend; when I realized he was posting some of them, one thing led to another.
I have been involved in several Freeps.


Jumping Jim Jeffords (D-VT) Freep Report - H.A.T.
(Houston, TX) FR Chapter, May 19, 2002

After Action Report - Counter Freep of Fmr. Pres. Bush Demonstrators - Houston, TX, May 11, 2002

Houston Chapter Celebrates San Jacinto Day,
April 21, 2002 (Many PHOTOS here!)

Texas GOP Convention [PICTURES!], June 30, 2002


I very much enjoy visiting the shooting range with FReeper Friends.

~~humblegunner



The photo below is from the San Jacinto thread, which is linked above. Be sure and check out those threads; there are many more photos of the Houston FReepers celebrating San Jacinto Day, and also photos on the Texas GOP Convention thread.


BIG Guns at the Battleship Texas

Another interesting thing I learned about humblegunner...interesting and unexpected for an outdoor type that loves to shoot: he said he used to work in charcoal & pastel long ago.. no portraiture, only animals & landscapes..





I have just one more photo...

wanted to save it for last.

Ladies...yes, he is single. :)








One of FR's Finest!











THIS WEEK'S THREADS

08-26-02 DC Freepers
08-27-02 Freedom Poster


TOPICS: Culture/Society; Miscellaneous; News/Current Events; Political Humor/Cartoons
KEYWORDS: freepers; fun; military; patriotic; surprises; veterans
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To: LadyX; WVNan

Receiver of Winchester97

Note the exposed hammer
I love this feature.
This weapon looks from poor to standard condition.


301 posted on 08/28/2002 4:39:50 PM PDT by lodwick
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To: Billie
Good evening. Billie!
302 posted on 08/28/2002 4:39:54 PM PDT by Pippin
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To: JustAmy
Hi, Amy!
303 posted on 08/28/2002 4:40:53 PM PDT by Pippin
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To: lodwick
Hi, Lodwick!
304 posted on 08/28/2002 4:41:56 PM PDT by Pippin
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To: JustAmy
LOL the pitbull robber just nosed you back into the safe zone. Nice, thanks for that one. ;-)
305 posted on 08/28/2002 4:43:07 PM PDT by lodwick
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To: ClaraSuzanne; Billie
Uh Oh ..... you're back. Well I washed JustFrank's typing fingers with soap and sent him to the toolshed again.


306 posted on 08/28/2002 4:44:46 PM PDT by JustAmy
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To: ClaraSuzanne
LOL!!!
I have been hunting for a gif like that for years...
'shame I had to steal, er, re-allocate it!! (Again, thanks, Louie..)
Glad also you enjoyed my profile page.. work in progress!

Louie, I won't use it again, promise!

307 posted on 08/28/2002 4:46:22 PM PDT by humblegunner
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To: JustAmy; Billie
YEP! We back!
308 posted on 08/28/2002 4:46:33 PM PDT by Pippin
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To: humblegunner
LOL!
309 posted on 08/28/2002 4:47:37 PM PDT by Pippin
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To: lodwick; LadyX; Billie; ClaraSuzanne; ladyinred



Since I sent JustFrank away may I stay?


310 posted on 08/28/2002 4:48:59 PM PDT by JustAmy
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To: ClaraSuzanne; Billie; humblegunner

Cheers Guys

Act quickly gang. Margarita and Tequilla have not yet registered.


311 posted on 08/28/2002 4:49:57 PM PDT by lodwick
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To: Senator Pardek
See #295
312 posted on 08/28/2002 4:50:53 PM PDT by LurkerNoMore!
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313 posted on 08/28/2002 4:55:49 PM PDT by ofMagog
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314 posted on 08/28/2002 4:56:57 PM PDT by JustAmy
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To: JustAmy
Funny one. Thanks.

Does anyone know where whoever is hiding? I miss Who!
She brought good stuff here to the AFF thread. ;-(
315 posted on 08/28/2002 4:59:58 PM PDT by lodwick
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To: Billie
I know I will more then likely see tomorrow's thread but then I am leaving tomorrow afternoon (Two concerts in two days - Plus a night at the beach) I will be back on Saturday though so as long as you ping me I will be sure to see both threads.

Have a great extended weekend.
316 posted on 08/28/2002 5:01:29 PM PDT by Mixer
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To: ofMagog
LOL
317 posted on 08/28/2002 5:02:30 PM PDT by JustAmy
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To: lodwick
Act quickly gang. Margarita and Tequilla have not yet registered.

You sure? looks like a FReeper logo to me...


318 posted on 08/28/2002 5:03:52 PM PDT by humblegunner
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To: ofMagog; humblegunner; JoeSixPack

Cheers to a super day here.


319 posted on 08/28/2002 5:04:37 PM PDT by lodwick
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To: lodwick; whoever
"Does anyone know where whoever is hiding? I miss Who! "


Where are you hiding Who?
JustFrank did not run you off, did he? We miss you.
320 posted on 08/28/2002 5:05:22 PM PDT by JustAmy
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