IAmNotAnAnimal: My thoughts on the Fayetteville, NC "pro-peace" March

me | 03-20-04 | me

[IAmNotAnAnimal]

My thoughts on my first Freep ever today in Fayetteville, NC. I arose early and set out on my two hour journey to Fayetteville. During the course of my trip, I kept going over different scenarios in my mind on responses to any sort of idealogical or factual argument I may have with the other side. I admit I was a little stressed.

arriving, the word was that we would have about 30 FReepers (if lucky), and that there were going to be about 1,500 "peace" people. As we gathered and waved our flags, spoke our mantras, the "enemy" slowly ascended the hill. My anxiety about being quick-witted in response to reasoned arguments rapidly vanished. The rag-tag crew that ascended the hill (about 600-700) people looked to be a mish mash of seasoned citizens wearing torn clothing and trash bags, and junior high school students waving such signs as "My dad is a Navy veteran, and he opposes the war".

Okay, so where's your dad? I can't help but mention the ecletic dancer with black and red hair who was "dancing" to the beat of homemade drums. It made me long for the sixties, even though I was born in 1968. I looked around at the 90, yes 90 Freepers and family assembled, all with flags and signs, reciting the pledge of allegiance, I looked at the Vietnam Vets against John Kerry, the veterans from various wars, the wives, and the babies, and then I had to laugh. Not at us, at them. I saw signs that were very germane from "Affordable Housing" to "Dennis Kuchinic" (who)?, and other such mind provoking drivel. I had to laugh, I just had to.

The reporter asked me if I had lost my legs in combat. I explained to the reporter that I had leg braces on, as exhibited by my very visible feet, that my legs were still there.

We marched behind this stately peaceful crowd where we joined up with our brothers and sisters in leather and on Harleys.

We would have loved to debate the other side, but no one seemed to want to come to "the line" to do that. So, I just watched one misguided veteran from the 101st, who upon weighing roughly 300 pounds shout to us that we didn't "get it". I would've shouted back, but he had already turned and gone down the hill, presumptively to get another hot dog.

The FReepers were great, it was like being amongst old friends, but I had just met them. We all shared in fellowship, and were quick to offer help to those who needed it. I would like to thank all the FReepers who were there for their kindness and patriotism. I am only left with one question - when we got to the park there were about a hundred open black umbrellas laying on the side of the "peace" people, and it wasn;t raining. What gives?

Looking forward to the next one. Ranger out.

[TaxRelief]

Bert,

You are so right concerning the WWII Vet; He is perfect for Time magazine. He had exactly the face that says "real life, real hardships, real experiences".

It was just so shocking that Time magazine was even there. Who would have thought that the press releases would be so effective. I have NEVER seen such a good press turn out for one of our small town events.

The only thing different in this press release than others was the listing of a designated "press availability" time. It really helped.

[IAmNotAnAnimal]

I talked to him for quite awhile, he had my unit's insignia on his camo's. He couldn't stop talking about how proud he was that he and his son were both on active duty at the same time. I had no idea that Time was there, but if there's anyone who deserves the cover, it's this man - and look at what company he chose to keep, FReepers. Let's keep doing the next right thing.

[Helms]

It's inevitable that I would omit someone, and Helms' screen name wasn't on the handwritten list for some reason. I am sure he will forgive me.

Ha! you think I'm a nice guy, eh?

Well you're right but then again if you mess with me. LoL

Just email me my official documentation with Coat of Arms and signed by our beloved dunce of a Governor.

[drachenfels]

Yep, I liked that house too... unfortunatly, it's a lawyer's office. Studied it off and on during the year I was mobilized to Fayetteville (2002).

cheers!

[usslsm51]

Easy, we work and have jobs. They have nothing else to do but gather for a leftist activity.

[Libloather]

...(about 600-700) people looked to be a mish mash of seasoned citizens wearing torn clothing and trash bags...

The piece movement makes one last gasp just prior to life support...

[bert]

....I have NEVER seen such a good press turn out for one of our small town events.......

Beware of Greeks bearing gifts........

They were there to spin gold from the dross of a boring rally and to take a few shots at those who disagree. I will be suprised if the Washington Post or the New York Times or Time Magazine says anything that is not in total agreement with the story board outline given to the reporters before they were dispatched to Fayetteville.

[Huber]

TO ALL:

If anyone rescued my Betsy Ross flag, (for those of you from Palm Beach that would be the one with the thirteen stars in a circle) proudly displayed in many of the photos above, please let me know!

Thanks,

Huber

[Doctor Raoul]

Nice tag line, thanks.

And here I thought that sound was tappet noise because the engine needed new hydralic lifters.....

[JulieRNR21]

Thank you....God Bless All who stood up to those peace nazis!

[ladyinred]

Why is it that the lefties always manage to get more people at their demonstrations than us?

I don't know if you are aware of this or not, but many of the leftist's out there are professionals. They are bought and paid for. This is not really just a bunch of "concerned citizens" like the media would have us believe, they recruit and offer money and perks like transportation and accommodations. Next time they have a big demonstration, just check out Answer's website and the links.

[ladyinred]

I hope you find it easy to cope with that extra long nose you acquired after pushing the Post button.

[Constitution Day]

BTTT

[FreedomPoster]

Consolidated 3/20/2004 Counter-Protest FReep Report Thread
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1102940/posts

You might ping your local participant ping list here.

[IAmNotAnAnimal]

Thanks Freedom, we did good....ALL of us.

[Constitution Day]

I added you to the NC ping list.

mykdsmom and TaxRelief also have copies of the list, so I will let them know!

[IAmNotAnAnimal]

Thanks - Can;t wait to do it again.

[Teacher317]

Did you see this one anywhere around?