FReeper Canteen ~ It's Friday ~ 26 December 08

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[Kathy in Alaska]

~ It's Finally Friday!! ~

PARACHUTE SUPPLIES

A U.S. Marine holds onto a parachute attached to a supply of water and food dropped by a C-130 cargo transport aircraft during Operation Backstop in Helmand province, Afghanistan, Dec. 11, 2008. The Marines, assigned to Company I, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, are the ground combat element of Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - Afghanistan. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian D. Jones

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

OVER AFGHANISTAN

Two U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornets of Strike Fighter Squadron 31 fly a combat patrol over Afghanistan, Dec. 15, 2008. U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Aaron Allmon

FOLDING OLD GLORY

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Daniel Taylor folds an American flag after a photo opportunity in front of the Crossed Swords in Baghdad, Iraq, Dec. 4, 2008. Taylor is assigned to the 4th Infantry Division's 11th Security Forces Squadron, Detachment 3, 732nd Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, 1st Brigade Combat Team. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Todd Frantom

Beach Boys ~ Little Saint Nick

Hank Ballard ~ Santa Claus Is Coming To Town

Charles Brown ~ Merry Christmas, Baby

Gary U.S. Bonds ~ Call Me For Christmas

Dion ~ I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus

AIRMAN DESIGNS WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENT

By Air Force Tech. Sgt. Luke Johnson
Special to American Forces Press Service

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. , Dec. 24, 2008 – A reservist with the 940th Air Refueling Wing here was selected by California's 2nd district congressman and the 9th Reconnaissance Wing commander to design an ornament for the White House Christmas tree.

The theme for this year's White House Christmas celebration is "Red, White and Blue Christmas," and the ornaments featured on the tree were decorated by artists around the country to represent the unique patriotic spirit of each artist's state.

Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Stuart Bisland designed the "Team Beale" ornament for the White House Christmas tree. At the request of first lady Laura Bush, Bisland was present for the unveiling of the tree.

"Back in September, I was contacted by Brig. Gen. Robert Otto and his staff and asked to paint the White House ornament," Bisland said. "They asked me to depict the emerging intelligence missions we perform at Beale Air Force Base."

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PASS OVER

U.S. Navy Cmdr. David J. Bryson performs a salute pass over the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt at the conclusion of his in-air change of command ceremony in the Gulf of Oman, Dec. 17, 2008. Theodore Roosevelt and Carrier Air Wing 8 are conducting operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder

The Chipmunks ~ Christmas Don't Be Late

Bobby Vee ~ I'll Be Home For Christmas

Bill Doggett ~ Winter Wonderland

Jan & Dean ~ Frosty The Snowman

The Ventures ~ Sleigh Ride

WELCOME HOME, DADDY!!

081223-N-7705S-093 NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 23, 2008) Lt. Cmdr Brad Terry, executive officer of the Los-Angeles class attack submarine USS Boise (SSN 764), embraces his children for the first time in six months after returning to Naval Station Norfolk following a six-month deployment. While deployed, Boise participated in five anti-submarine warfare exercises with several European Allies and performed two missions that supported Commander, U.S. Sixth Fleet objectives and national security interests of the United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Todd A. Schaffer/Released)

WELCOME HOME, USS BOISE!

081223-N-7705S-040 NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 23, 2008) The Los-Angeles class attack submarine USS Boise (SSN 764) returns to Naval Station Norfolk following a scheduled six-month deployment. While deployed, Boise participated in five anti-submarine warfare exercises with several European Allies and performed two missions that supported Commander, U.S. Sixth Fleet objectives and national security interests of the United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Todd A. Schaffer (Released)

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[Radix]

In early.

[Kirkwood]

In

[Kathy in Alaska]

It's Friday

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[MS.BEHAVIN]

In

[Kirkwood]

Too many Christmas cookies.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Gentlemen....unexpected company. Back in bit.

[sionnsar]

Is this thread for those who are serving / did serve?

[Dutchgirl]

I expected a different theme...something along the line of "Tell us about the goodies!!"

My grand babies gave me a griddle- the better to make blueberry pancakes with...

[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~

[Radix]

 

Been reading about "Snowzilla" a creation from a neighbor of yours in Anchorage.

 

 

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[AZamericonnie]

LOL!!!! That poor kittie, & the expression of it’s eyes!

Merry Christmas Kirkwood!

[Kirkwood]

[Radix]

"Is this thread for those who are serving / did serve?"

Especially them, but also for their supporters.

[RockerMom2MyHero]

Wonderful thread. Merry Christmas Kathy and Canteen Crew! Thanks for all you do.

God Bless our Troops and their families. Because of them, we can celebrate this special holiday. Merry Christmas Troops, Veterans and families! :)

[MS.BEHAVIN]

*HUG*
Good evening Doc!
Didja have a nice Christmas?

[AZamericonnie]

Merry Christmas sionnsar....Canteen threads are for the enjoyment of our troops, vets, allies & their families as well as all who love & support them!

[Kirkwood]

He looks how I feel. LOL!

[AZamericonnie]

Merry Christms Radix!

[sionnsar]

Thank you. May God bless them all...