FReeper Canteen ~ Special Edition: Pancakes on Wednesday ~ March 4, 2009

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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  Special Edition

 

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Here is an amalgamation of trivial facts and 
seemingly useless data.

Do not forget to hit the hyperlinks.

We have links, lots of them.

 

 

 

 

March 4th  is the 63rd day of the year in the  Gregorian Calendar  There are 302 days remaining in 2009.

 

 

The Gregorian solar calendar is an arithmetical calendar. It counts days as the basic unit of time, grouping them into years of 365 or 366 days; and repeats completely every 146,097 days, which fill 400 years, and which also happens to be 20,871 seven-day weeks. Of these 400 years, 303 have 365 days, and 97 have 366 days. This gives an average year length of exactly 365.2425 days, or 365 days, 5 hours, 49 minutes and 12 seconds.

 

From the Radixionary

 

 

 

Variola major:     SmallPox

 

 

 

Would you like some tomatoes with your Pancakes?

 

A tomato is not a vegetable.

According to

The Tariff Acts of 1883

 

 

  

 

 

About a hundred dollars

 

 

 

 

I am completely Functional

 

A long, long time ago, in a university far far away, a student doing his masters degree oral examination was asked ``If you had to sum up in one word what calculus was all about, what would it be ?". The student proceeded by cramming as much material as possible in a two minute pep talk. Then the examiner responded ``Actually, I was only looking for the word limit". In case you're wondering, the student did get his degree.

 

Limits are where Algebra ends and Calculus begins.

 

 

March Forth

IRAQ - Sgt 1st Class Jamie Neely (center) from Deland, Fla., a scout platoon sergeant for 3rd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, re-enlisted while standing in the Euphrates River in central Iraq Feb. 25 2008.

 

On this day 1861

 

 

 

 

Chief Justice Roger B. Taney administered the oath of office to Abraham Lincoln using the Bible shown here. With the brief words, "I, Abraham Lincoln, do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States" Lincoln was sworn in as the sixteenth president. The ceremony was witnessed by Clerk of the Supreme Court, William Thomas Carroll, who recorded the occasion in the back of this Bible.

 

 

Abraham Lincoln

First Inaugural Address

Monday, March 4, 1861

 

 

 

 

 

March Forth

 

The Army's favorite day

I am completely functional

 

 

 

Rachael loves Pancakes

 

 

Would you like some bananas with your Pancakes?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 I am an Excellent Driver.

 

 

 

 

 

On this day

1994

4 Arab terrorists found guilty of bombing the World Trade Center

 

 

 

On this day

1985

War veterans returned to the "Bridge over the River Kwai"

 

 

 Pierre Boulle's novel, The Bridge Over The River Kwai, recounts the building of a wooden bridge by prisoners of war who were incarcerated at Kanchanaburi in Thailand. Although Pierre claims this is a fictional work, we believe that better than 90% of it is factual. The prisoners did exist, the camp existed, the bridge existed, the war existed, and the atrocities by the Japanese who forced the prisoners to labor and die at that location on that task were real. Pierre titled his book The Bridge Over The River Kwai; however, since the Thai word for "river" is "Kwai", his title literally reads The Bridge Over The River.

 

Begun in October 1942, using prisoner of war (POW) labour, it was completed and operational by early February 1943. 

On this day

1979

200th episode of "All in the Family"

"All in the Family's impact went beyond the world of television. The show became the focus of a heated national debate on whether the use of comedy was an appropriate means by which to combat prejudice and social inequality..........."

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On this day

1944

 1st U.S. bombing of Berlin

 

On this day

1924

 Happy Birthday To You published by Claydon Sunny

 

 

On this day

1861

Confederate States adopt "Stars and Bars" flag

 

 

On this day

1789

1st Congress declares Constitution in effect (9 Senators, 13 Representatives)

 

 

On this day

 1979

 

 

 

Happy Birthday 

1888

 

Knute Rockne, Norwegian/U.S. football player and coach, Notre Dame

 

 

 

For the Gipper

 

 

Happy Birthday 

1754

Benjamin Waterhouse, physician, smallpox vaccine pioneer

 

I am an excellent poster  

 
 

Don't forget the Maple Syrup

 

 

 

Definitely

 

[NYTexan]

1st

[The Mayor]

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March 4, 2009

An Ocean Of Ink

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READ: Ephesians 3:14-19

To know the love of Christ which passes knowledge. —Ephesians 3:19

The words of the hymn “The Love of God” capture in word pictures the breathtaking magnitude of divine love:

Could we with ink the ocean fill
And were the skies
of parchment made,
Were every stalk on earth a quill
And every man a scribe by trade,
To write the love of God above
Would drain the ocean dry,
Nor could the scroll
contain the whole
Though stretched from sky to sky.

These marvelous lyrics echo Paul’s response to the love of God. The apostle prayed that believers might “be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the width and length and depth and height—to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge” (Eph. 3:18-19). In reflecting on these verses about God’s love, some Bible scholars believe “width” refers to its worldwide embrace (John 3:16); “length,” its existence through all ages (Eph. 3:21); “depth,” its profound wisdom (Rom. 11:33); and “height,” its victory over sin opening the way to heaven (Eph. 4:8).

We are admonished to appreciate this amazing love. Yet as we expand our awareness of God’s love, we soon realize that its full measure is beyond our understanding. Even if the ocean were filled with ink, using it to write about the love of God would drain it dry.  — Dennis Fisher

 

God’s love cannot be explained—it can only be experienced.

Bible in One Year: Numbers 31-33; Mark 9:1-29

[wastedyears]

Pancakes! In!

[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.

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God Bless Our Republic

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Prayers going up

[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~

[Old Sarge]

PANCAKES?!?

What about WAFFLES??

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Radix, for today’s Special Edition…..

Pancakes on Wednesday!!

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[HopeandGlory]

Yum Pancakes!!!

[NYTexan]

wOOhOO for pancakes!

[Kathy in Alaska]

[AZamericonnie]

I think FR hiccuped!

I posted on all three to be sure! :)

Thank you Ma & Radix for pancakes on Wednesday! *Hugs*

[AZamericonnie]

Yom! Pancakes!

[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 Future Snake Eater USA (RightOnline)
CAPT Jason Clendenin (friend of Frou)
Chris USA (amom)
Chuck USA (RightOnline)
COL Mike (gpapa)
CMS USA
David USAF (LUV W)
Defender2
Deven USA (Shimmer)
Ethan USMC (georgiabelle)
Fred (DocRock)
GulfWar1Vet USA
IS2 Brianne USN (My Hearts in London - Everett)
IS2 Heather USN (My Hearts in London - Everett)
Jade Falcon USN
JemiansTerror USA (Jemian)
Jet Jaguar USAF
Joel (NEMDF)
Jonathan USMC (AZbushgal)
Josh USN (doug from upland)
Karen USA (fatima's granddaughter)
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
Major joma89 USAF
MEG33's Navy Grandson
Michael USAR (RightOnline)
Mike1Sg USA (mystery-ak)
Milo828 USA (mystery-ak)
Nate USN (sneakers)
Old Sarge USA
OneLoyalAmerican USCG
PFC Dan USA (son of swmobuffalo)
PFC Jake USMC (son of Enough_Deceit)
Pvt Alex USA (son of Enough_Deceit)
Robert, Jeremy, Daynnis USA (SoldierDad)
Sat-Com Chris USA (son of KC Burke)
SGT Brian USA (repubmom)
SGT Dusty USA (MountainDad)
SGT Ev USA (Mozie)
SGT Gray USA (colorcountry’s son)
SGT Sean Reed (preed)
Son USCG (GodBlessUSA)
SPC Mike USA (AbnSarge)
SSG Mitchel USA (tina07)
SSG Spencer USA (grame)
SSGT Don May Jr USMC (debm29palms)
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)

 

[Joiseydude]

Pancakes? Waffles? Those are some damn nice tomatos. Wish I could get my hands on tomatos like those.

[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)

[Radix]

Actually, I think that a tomato IS a vegetable according to the Tarrif Acts of 1883, but it is all so darn confusing! The thing is, it was debated in Courts, and according to the Federal Tax Laws of the time, a tomato is a vegetable, although, botanically speaking, a tomato is a fruit.

 

 

ALSO

 

 

 

Smallpox

Smallpox is a disease caused by the Variola major virus. Some experts say that over the centuries it has killed more people than all other infectious diseases combined. Worldwide immunization stopped the spread of smallpox three decades ago. The last case was reported in 1977. Two research labs still house small amounts of the virus. Experts fear bioterrorists could use the virus to spread disease.

Smallpox spreads very easily from person to person. Symptoms are flu-like and include high fever, fatigue and headache and backache, followed by a rash with flat red sores.

The U.S. stopped routine smallpox vaccinations in 1972. Military and other high-risk groups continue to get the vaccine. The U.S. has increased its supply of the vaccine in recent years. The vaccine makes some people sick, so doctors save it for those at highest risk of disease.

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases

Start Here

• Smallpox(Patient Education Institute)

 

More Here.....

[AZamericonnie]

NO syrup!:)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[Dust in the Wind]

We did 50 pounds of pancake fixings; 500 eggs and a whole hogs worth of sausage patties Saturday night. And I would still have some tonight. Yum

[AZamericonnie]

Thanks for the fun thread Radix! *Hugs*

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Radix, for today'sSpecial Editon: Pancakes on Wednesday!!

[Radix]

You have to click on all of the links you know. It is a "Pancakes" Rule.

 

 

[DTogo]

Nice post! Tomatoes, please! ;^)

If you enjoy Freedom, Thank a Veteran!

[Old Sarge]

Tomatoes are great things, but I also like hot buns, as well...

[HopeandGlory]

Hello Radix . . . good to see you.

That's one cheeky Little Miss!!!

[TASMANIANRED]

Evening Kathy, Hugs.

Yes Rachael, that dress does make your butt look big.

[TASMANIANRED]

Evening Tex.

[Kathy in Alaska]

[TASMANIANRED]

Evening Russ.

Poignant words tonight, thank you.

[TASMANIANRED]

Evening Hope, Hugs.

[TASMANIANRED]

Evening Connie, Hugs.

[AZamericonnie]

One would need lot’s of pancakes after all that marching!

[AZamericonnie]

Hiya Taz...a good night for you? *Hugs*

[Kathy in Alaska]

And tied for 2nd......

[AZamericonnie]

Happy birthday Fatima & many happy returns of the day! *Hugs*

[TASMANIANRED]

Evening Sarge

[AZamericonnie]

Happy birthday Mr B~ & many happy returns of the day! *Hugs*

[TASMANIANRED]

Evening Radix.

[Kathy in Alaska]

[Kathy in Alaska]

[swmobuffalo]

Good evening. One quibble, the phrase Stars and Bars refers to the First National Flag of the Confederacy, not the Battle Flag. :)

[Kathy in Alaska]

[TASMANIANRED]

Hasn’t been too shabby.

How are things in your neck of the world?

[MoochPooch]

Hi, Kathy.

Pancakes. Yum!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Families, for your service to our country.

Thanks, unique, for the perfect woohoo.

John Conlee ~ They Also Serve

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks go to Radix for today’s Pancakes, and tomatoes, thread. d:o) Be sure to mouse over all the graphics. And there are lots of links.

[The Mayor]

Tied? What do you mean tied?
Kidding.....

Good evening to you all.

March 4th 1976, this is the day I swore an Oath to Protect and Defend this Country! Hasn’t expired yet.

US Army 76-79
Ft Devens Ma.

Proudly served with the 10th Special Forces group, 39th Engineers and I cooked for the brats at the Military Intelligence School. My best friends were MP’s, Medics and the Green Berets. We all had the craziest hours and the nuttiest assignments.

[AZamericonnie]

Thank you Mayor for your service! *Hugs*

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mooch.....did you get snowed on?