tgslTakoma, Kristinn and StayTrue
Early evening under the MOAB2
Posted on 05/02/2006 9:26:20 PM PDT by PleaDeal
It's been a long time since these Friday night revelries began. They weren't all as positive and fun as they are these days. For those who'd like to step back in history, here's a list of reports chronicling all of the WR FReeps as compiled and updated by BufordP. Pay special attention to Week 40 -- that's when concretebob kicked CodePink to the curb and we took ownership of ALL FOUR CORNERS.
Tonight was clear as a bell in contrast to last week's downpour. Lots of folks turned out to take advantage of such a nice night and celebrate our heroes who are recovering from wounds suffered in service to our great nation. The DC Chapter and many FReepers from out of town had a terrific time. The list of attendees:
Albion Wilde, bert, Bill from MD*, bstein80, BufordP, Cindy-True-Supporter, Danang68, DollyCali and Freepups Josy and Toby, Exit148, GunsAreOK, JustANobody, Jimmy Valentine's Brother, Kristinn, Pasquale, PleaDeal, Taco Mamma, StayTrue, tgslTakoma, Tom TheRedHunter, Trooprally [Mr. and Mrs.], and Wheelbarrow. (If I left anybody out, sound off in the comments.) Mr. Sparling was back in town with son and hero Joshua Sparling, and he stopped by to say hello. We were also favored by the company of two OIF vets, Evan and Tim who bravely went waaaaaay down the block to find out what the lefty moonbats think Troop Support really is.
Now for some pics. For all the ones I took, see the Photobucket collection for this night.
tgslTakoma, Kristinn and StayTrue |
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 Marine and Soldier - buddies |
 With bert, bstein80 and Pasquale |
 Tim |
BufordP and I were approached by a local business owner who said he wanted to show his support for us and offered free drinks if we came to his restaurant. Thank you Mr. Reyes!!!! Be sure to patronize el Tamarindo (just a block or so north of the WR gates) and say thanks to Mr. Reyes for his generosity.
Tonight was made extra special by the return of -- SQUEEGEE! Yes, that lanky character was back with his wingnut Pinko friends and stoically ignoring the the men and women he supposedly supports.
 Marge crosses the street (with McCarron) to make sure we know that they "have a permit for both sides of the street and you have to move back behind that tree". Sure Marge, anything you say (twit). |
 Tim and Evan crossed to the Pinko side where they were completely ignore by everyone but Bruce, who did little more than turn halfway to face the pair and tell them to leave. Yeah, I call that supporting our Troops! (nitwit) |
 Um, ... NO! |
 Ickabod Squeegee in his favorite pose. |
So much for Pinkos. |
 Tom holding down the NW corner all by himself for a while. |
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 Taco Mamma and Kristinn |
 bert and TroopRally [Mr.] |
 Jimmy Valentine's Brother and Exit148 |
 Nick Z. and pals |
The only bad thing about tonight is that it marks the last time Fran O'Brien's will host a dinner for the wounded warriors at the Capital Hilton. It seems, however, that Hal and Marty aren't giving up completely. See Sandrat's post for the future plans. There was no bus tonight (unless it came reaaaaalllly late). We stayed 'till after 10pm anyway. It really was a nice night!
 DollyCali's FReepups liked it. |
 tgslTakoma's new MOAB2 looked great! |
 And we enjoyed some great company. |
What more can you ask for? Come next week and join the FReep!
Our Troops appreciate it almost as much as we appreciate them!
Every Friday - on ALL FOUR CORNERS at the intersection of Georgia Avenue and Elder Street in NW D.C. - starts at 6:30p and goes until 9:30ish - bring your own signs, flags, banners or use one of a gazzillion on hand (thanks tgslTakoma!) and most importantly bring your enthusiasm!
Too many folks who live within easy reach of WR NEVER come out, so we really appreciate those who make such a special effort to get here for at least one Friday night. Y'all come back, anytime!
you are welcom PD.. THANK YOU for the thread full of info & names. I had MOST but not all of the names. I still have a lot of pix that I didn't post, but as you know with digital one takes many shots of same thing & will MAYBE find one good one. Like I had mentioned on other thread .. NO ONE of the Phelps crew came out..so I have yours!
I have the same problem (blurry pics) of the Pinkos. There are members of the group who never seem to come out. Something spooky there... ;)
Got me with my eye closed. Maybe I was sleeping!!
Thanks agin all pic's are great.
[Mrs T]
Dolly, you've misidentified kristinn. He's the DC Chapter Warlord. He calls the chapter meets and actions. He negotiates how we rumble. Our other leadership position is filled by Angelwood. She is known as the ring leader by the Secret Service.
Thanks for the pics and for making the scene!
Thanks Pleadeal, and Dolly! And thanks to the dedicated hardworking DC chapter who get this together every week. You know you are doing something worthwhile when you see the great people come by from the hospital to join you!
It was an honor to have those 'kids' stand with us. They are so young, and so nice! Well-spoken, polite, and the service they are doing just gives me tears. They appreciate what FR does, but the appreciation really goes the other way. Bless them all!
I'm always impressed at the number of toots and thumbs-up that go by! The couple or so negative reactions are to be expected, but they are nothing compared to the trucks and buses and cabs and everyday commuters who show their approval.
Hopefully I can get down more often and maybe train my camera to get as good shots as our great Freeper photographers?
Dolly --- the pups were troopers! Pats and hugs to them!
Well, my goodness.. I did not KNOW I was in the company of warlords & ringleaders!
Awesome.
Nice seeing you again!
Thanks for the ping, and the outstanding photos.
you know WHY I got you with your eyes closed? You were always so busy in every shot I had, setting up, moving things, organizing. You were entitled for a few second nap!!!!
series.. each pix I have of you is one of "working"
The big problem with attending the WR FReep is it's practically addictive. A month away has felt like an eternity!!! Sis & I are psyched for Friday, even if it's raining cats & dogs!
WR "residents" Elisabeth & Daniel, if you happen to be reading this, we're especially hoping to get a chance to say hello to you guys again!
bump!
It was a pleasure to join the gang in DC last weekend, even though we came from OH on short notice. Hopefully others will join "the cause" on a regular basis. The adversaries are very cruel indeed.
It was a pleasure to join the gang in DC last weekend, even though we came from OH on short notice. Hopefully others will join "the cause" on a regular basis. The adversaries are very cruel indeed.
It was a pleasure to join the gang in DC last weekend, even though we came from OH on short notice. Hopefully others will join "the cause" on a regular basis. The adversaries are very cruel indeed.
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