FReeper Canteen ~ Finally Friday ~ 16 May 08

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[Kathy in Alaska]

REPLENISHMENT AT SEA

U.S. Navy Boatswain's Mate Seaman Apprentice Jacelyn Whitespeare mans a sound-powered telephone aboard USS Ronald Reagan March 26, 2008, during a replenishment at sea with USNS Yukon while under way in the Pacific Ocean with the Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Christopher D. Blachly

Canteen Mission Statement

Showing support and boosting the morale of
our military and our allies military
and family members of the above.
Honoring those who have served before.

Soldiers, Airmen Help Afghan Police Hone Skills

Army Sgt. Justin Koers, New York National Guardsman and deployed police mentoring team member, plays with local Afghan children in Dandar village, Parwan province, Afghanistan, May 8, 2008. The PMT instructs ANP officers on hand-to-hand combat, community policing, coordination-cell training and criminal investigation. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jessica R. Dahlberg, 382nd Public Affairs Detachment

Ray Charles ~ I Can't Stop Loving You

Dee Dee Sharp ~ Mashed Potato Time

Bobby Vinton ~ Roses Are Red

David Rose ~ The Stripper

Shelley Fabares ~ Johnny Angel

USS North Carolina (SSN 777) Joins the Fleet

080503-N-7441H-007 WILMINGTON, N.C. (May 3, 2008) Crew members on board USS North Carolina (SSN 777), break the commissioning pennant aboard the newest Virginia-class nuclear attack submarine USS North Carolina (SSN 777). North Carolina is the fourth Virginia-class submarine to be commissioned and the first major U.S. Navy combatant vessel class designed with the post-Cold War security environment in mind. North Carolina will be homeported in Groton, Conn., as a member of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2ND Class Roadell Hickman (Released)

Little Eva ~ The Loco Motion

Sensations ~ Let Me In

Chubby Checker ~ The Twist

Shirelles ~ Soldier Boy

Bruce Channel ~ Hey Baby

Guard Answers Calls in Weather-Battered States

Arkansas Army National Guard Staff Sgt. Lucas Jennings discusses tornado response missions May 12, 2008, with other citizen-soldiers and local law enforcement representatives in a central Arkansas area affected by a May 10 tornado. Arkansas National Guard photo

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[HopeandGlory]

Good morning Troops, Veterans and Canteeners.

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Our Flag Flying Proudly One Nation Under God

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Lord, Please Bless Our Troops, They're fighting for our Freedom.

Prayers going up.

[Tanniker Smith]

IN!

[SandRat]

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[The Mayor]

May 16, 2008

Dragon Skin

Put on the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. —Ephesians 4:24

In the fifth Chronicle of Narnia, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, Edmund, Lucy, and their spoiled cousin Eustace are summoned to help on a quest in the Eastern Sea. Along the way, Eustace is tempted by enchanted treasure and turned into a dragon. The desperate dragon accepts the help of the great lion Aslan, king of Narnia. But Eustace can only be freed by allowing Aslan’s claws to painfully tear off the dragon’s flesh. Grateful for his deliverance, Eustace chooses to become a better boy.

Receiving God’s gift of salvation through Christ is a one-time event, but to become like Him often requires suffering and struggle. It involves putting off old sinful habits and replacing them with new godly ones. Paul wrote, “Put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt . . . [and] put on the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness” (Eph. 4:22-24).

What is troubling you today? God may be using the kind rebuke of a friend or a painful trial to prompt you to get rid of a sinful habit and to replace it with godly character (Rom. 8:29; 1 Peter 4:1-2).

The process of becoming like Christ is sometimes painful, but it’s always worth it.

To be like Jesus is our goal,
Though it doesn’t happen fast;
We trust the Spirit as our Guide
Till we’re glorified at last. —Branon

The conversion of a soul is the miracle of a moment; the growth of a saint is the work of a lifetime.

Bible in One Year: 2 Samuel 22–24; Proverbs 16:12-21

[PROCON]

Woo-Hoo!

[SandRat]

Well,.. 3 anyway.

[Tanniker Smith]

Looks like I was recharging the Ipod at just the right time. (it’s only a shuffle, but it’s good for camping ... oh, yeah, I gotta get packin’.)

[Kathy in Alaska]

It's Finally Friday

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[SandRat]

SCOPING IT OUT - U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jerry Summers helps hold an M-4 carbine as his son looks down the scope during an event for Police Week at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, May 13, 2008. Police week honors those who are serving or have served in law enforcementevents to and includes events to involve the community. U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Snyder

[Tamar1973]

Shuffle? I have an 80G video iPod, not that I’m showing off or anything.

[PROCON]

Thanks Mayor for your nightly uplifting posts!!

[SandRat]

AVIANO ARCO - Staff Sgt. Charleston Calhoun takes his dog Arco through the obstacle course at Aviano Air Base, Italy, May 14, 2008. Dog handlers use the course as a part of physical training for their military working dogs.U.S. Air Force photo Airman 1st Class Ashley Wood

[PROCON]

Hi Sandy, I know your used to hot weather this time of year, but we went from 65 degrees yesterday to 87 today, and maybe 100 tomorrow! Gorebull warming, I’m thinking!

[AZamericonnie]

Supporting our Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, and Coast Guardsmen
at more than 1,000 places across the U. S. and around the world.

~Tribute to Our Troops~

[PROCON]

Your camping huh, where ya heading?!

[mylife]

80G video iPod?

Thats what my kid has thanks to Dear Ol Dad.

What do I have?

A 2G Spi made in China! I guess Der Ol Dad just doesnt rate!

[PROCON]

not that I’m showing off or anything

Sexist! :)

[SandRat]

and today it was windy with a high of 68 with some sprinkles. Tomorrow — 71 and Thundershowers.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Honoring Our Heroes

AbnSarge USA
Allegra
3 sons (armymarinemom and amdad)
Brett USN (CindyDawg)
Brother and Son-in-Law (kalee)
Cannoneer No. 4
Capt Jason Clendenin (friend of Frou)
Chris USA (amom)
Clarinet_King USAF (NerdDad/CDBear)
Col Mike (gpapa)
CMS USA
David USAF (LUV W)
Defender2
Deven USA (Shimmer)
Ethan USMC (georgiabelle)
Ev USA (Mozie)
Fred (DocRock)
Future Snake Eater USA (RightOnline)
GulfWar1Vet USA
Jade Falcon USN
JemiansTerror USA (Jemian)
Jet Jaguar USAF
Joel (NEMDF)
Jonathan USMC (AZbushgal)
Josh USN (doug from upland)
Karen USA (fatima's granddaughter)
KB4W USAF (arbee4bush)
Kenneth (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
Kevin USMC (skimask)
Kevin and David USA (vigilante2)
Laurita USA
LCpl Carter USMC
Lindsay (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
Lt David (Coldwater Creek)
M1911A1 USMC (M0sby)
M1Tanker
MEG33's Navy Grandson
Mike1Sg USA (mystery-ak)
Milo828 USA (mystery-ak)
Nate USN (sneakers)
Old Sarge USA
OneLoyalAmerican USCG
PFC Dan USA (son of swmobuffalo)
Robert, Jeremy, Daynnis USA (SoldierDad)
Sat-Com Chris USA (son of KC Burke)
Sgt Dusty USA (MountainDad)
Sgt Sean Reed (preed)
Sgt Spencer USA (grame)
Son USCG (GodBlessUSA)
SPC Mike USA (AbnSarge)
SSGT John Linde USA (JFoxbear)
Terrence USN (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
The Sailor
tongue-tied USN/USA
Tonkin USN/USCG
txradioguy USA
Valerie USAF (Shimmer)
Victor and Tony D USMC (weldgophardline)
William USA (jackv)

 

[Kathy in Alaska]

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.

BLESS THIS HOUSE

 Bless this house O Lord we pray; Make it safe by night and day; 
Bless these walls so firm and stout, Keeping want and trouble out:
Bless the roof and chimneys tall, Let thy peace lie over all;
Bless this door, that it may prove ever open to joy and love.
Bless these windows shining bright, Letting in God's heav'nly light;
Bless the hearth a'blazing there, with smoke ascending like a prayer;
Bless the folk who dwell within, keep them pure and free from sin;
Bless us all that we may be Fit O Lord to dwell with thee;
Bless us all that one day we May dwell O Lord with thee. 

(Click on graphics for music)

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.

BLESS THIS HOUSE

 Bless this house O Lord we pray; Make it safe by night and day; 
Bless these walls so firm and stout, Keeping want and trouble out:
Bless the roof and chimneys tall, Let thy peace lie over all;
Bless this door, that it may prove ever open to joy and love.
Bless these windows shining bright, Letting in God's heav'nly light;
Bless the hearth a'blazing there, with smoke ascending like a prayer;
Bless the folk who dwell within, keep them pure and free from sin;
Bless us all that we may be Fit O Lord to dwell with thee;
Bless us all that one day we May dwell O Lord with thee. 

(Click on graphics for music)

[SandRat]

NOTEBOOK NOD - U.S. Marine Cpl. Matthew D. Gammons passes out a notebook to children near Baghdadi, Iraq, May 10, 2008. A Freemont County school district from Lander, Wyo., donated more than 300 pounds of school supplies. Gammons is a wireman assigned to Headquarters Company, Regimental Combat Team 5.U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Shawn Coolman

[MS.BEHAVIN]

Thanks for tonites thread Ma!
Good evening everyone!

[mylife]

Hi dere!

[Kathy in Alaska]

WTG, hope....you are first for the gold!

Thanks, Sonora, for the WooHoo!

[The Mayor]

Just doin my duty Procon! Your very welcome.

[PROCON]

Thanks for tonight’s thread, Ma, how are ya?!

[SoCalPol]

The USS Reagan is based here in San Diego.
The Reagan and its strike group were off the coast in
that photo on exercises getting ready for
deployment next week to the Middle east

[Tamar1973]

My hubby gave me mine for our anniversary. ; ) Actually, he uses it almost as much as I do. LOL! Plenty of room for my BYJ and cooking videos. LOL!

[MS.BEHAVIN]

Hello Dere, you!
*HUG*
How’s doing?

[Tamar1973]

Sexist! :)

Huh?!

[mylife]

Yeah. I got the kid the 80g cuz I know they love them videos!

[Kathy in Alaska]

And right behind, in a dead heat, come TS and Sand.....snagging the silver!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

And right on their heels is The Mayour....for the bronze!

[PROCON]

Huh?!

From last night, you ladies won the top 3, and I said "sexist"!

Just kidding!! :)

[mylife]

Doing well here. I think I have most of this new radio sorted out.
I have got all the stuff I need from the store for the weekend and have 4 bucks for breakfast in the AM.

Got the pay raise today. It oughta cover gas for the year if I only drive to work. I live five mi from work ;)

All in all I’m doin OK.
Beats a poke in the eye with a sharp stick L0L

How about you?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, SoCalPol....were you able to see any of the exercises?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Sorry, Hope.....that should be Hope.

[Kathy in Alaska]

[PROCON]

Hiya Ms.!!

Hot here today, might be 100 here tomorrow!!

YIKES!!

How ya doing??!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Weekend camp? Scouts? Sounds like fun, or is this the one young Master Smith doesn’t really want to go on?

[mylife]

64 here in TX!

[MS.BEHAVIN]

Doin okay My.
Went to the Doc today, and got the rest of the area excised that was under a pre-cancerous mole.
Got 15 stitiches on me shoulder, but am doing okay.
That too, beats a poke in the eye with a sharp stick!
LOL

[mylife]

Yeesh! ye go to Az for a week and see what happens?

As Mc Cain says...”Stay out of the sun my friend”

[MS.BEHAVIN]

Hiya Pro!
Doin’ alright thanks!
It only got up to 65 here today, and it was overcast, but everything is getting green and that makes me happy!

[PROCON]

64 here in TX!

And 88 here in Oregon, go figure?!

Algore must be right, I'm going over to the darkside, see ya!/s

[PROCON]

50?

[PROCON]

50?

[PROCON]

50?

[PROCON]

50?