FReeper Canteen ~ Fabulous FRiday ~ 6 July 2012

July 5, 2012 | Canteen Crew

[Kathy in Alaska]

[ZirconEncrustedTweezers]

Well, I am working *a* race. More precisely, 14 races (six race groups, four of which each get two and two who get three). Plus a few qualifying sessions. :) I’m actually chief of the flagging crew for Saturday and Sunday, but with the roster I have for this weekend I’m pretty sure I’ll be on a corner.

[Kathy in Alaska]

G’Day, Janey...((HUGS))...cute kitty, and lucky! Thanks to the NSWPD for the rescue.

You can’t really hide one of those red cars. LOL!

Sent from my iPad

[The Mayor]

Freep mail me to be on or off the Daily Bread ping list

Stop!
July 6, 2012

Life is a busy enterprise. It seems there are always more things to do, places to go, and people to meet. And while none of us would want a life without meaningful things to do, the fast pace threatens to rob us of the quietness that we need.

When we’re driving a car, stop signs and other signs warning us to slow down are reminders that to be safe we can’t have our foot on the accelerator all the time. We need those kinds of reminders in all aspects of our lives.

The psalmist clearly knew the importance of times of calm and quiet. God Himself “rested” on the seventh day. And with more messages to preach and more people to heal, Jesus went apart from the crowds and rested a while (Matt. 14:13; Mark 6:31). He knew it wasn’t wise to accelerate through life with our gas gauge registering on “weary” all the time.

When was the last time you could echo the psalmist’s words, “I have calmed and quieted my soul”? (Ps. 131:2). Put up a stop sign at the intersection of your busy life. Find a place to be alone. Turn off the distractions that keep you from listening to God’s voice, and let Him speak to you as you read His Word. Let Him refresh your heart and mind with the strength to live life well for His glory.

Life can make me weary and stressed at times.
I want to stop right now though, Lord, and take the time
to quiet my soul before You. Speak to me from
Your Word. Please refresh me.

Stop and take a break from the busyness of life so that you can refuel your soul.

Read: Psalm 131

I have calmed and quieted my soul, like a weaned child with his mother; like a weaned child is my soul within me. —Psalm 131:2

Bible in a Year:
Psalms 129-132

[Kathy in Alaska]

The four remained together from 1953 until 1997 without a single change in personnel.

What a stunning statistic....congratulations to the Four Tops.

[Kathy in Alaska]

I am off for home....be back shortly.

[beachn4fun]

Well darn, we have a (non-military) celebrity here and I didn’t even know it

(wink)

[beachn4fun]

Safe trip.

I’ve got to sign off. After 10 here and bed is calling.

(good thing I’m off tomorrow)

HUGS

[AZamericonnie]

Trying to beat the heat Beachie. We had a loverly rain yesterday which actually cooled things off a bit. We are only expected to hit about 109 tomorrow. However monsoon season has kicked in so that means the dreaded HUMIDITY! Argggghhh

[beachn4fun]

Good evening, Mayor ((HUGS))

Thanks for the good WORD!

[beachn4fun]

UGH! Yes, dreaded humidity...can really make things worse.
Especially 109 temps.

Gotta hit the bed. Have a great evening.

[AZamericonnie]

Sweetest of dreams Beachie & thank you so much for all you do for the troops & the fun you bring for us all!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good night and rest well, beachy...((HUGS))

Try to stay cool.

[ConorMacNessa]

Thanks very much, Kathy!

*HUGS*

Sorry for my extended absence - I've been hobnobbing with some Marines on another forum.

Sorry your payroll was such an ordeal - I figured that a Wednesday holiday would not be tasty for you. Put your feet up and have a nice glass of wine!



Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[ConorMacNessa]

THE SOLDIER’S CODE

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Gen Dwight D. Eisenhower addresses troops of the 101st Airborne Division 5Jun1944 prior to D-Day Normandy

The Soldier’s Code

1) I am an American fighting man. I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.

2) I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender my men while they still have the means to resist.

3) If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

4) If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior, I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me, and will back them up in every way.

5) When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am bound to give only name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies, or harmful to their cause.

6) I will never forget that I am an American fighting man, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower, August, 1955.

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Aloha, Hawaii...((HUGS))...sickness update?

Did you get to see the fireworks last night?

[ConorMacNessa]

Rest easy, Beachy, and may Angels guard thee ‘til morning!

Angels Guard Thee – John McCormack

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[luvie]

Great thread, Early Bird! FR givin’ ya problems! It looked good to me! See ya in the morning! :)

[luvie]

I just raised my flag today for the first time ever
...and,yes, I had tears in my eyes.
God bless America!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hobnobbing with the Marines is a good thing. d:o)

How was your work day? Feeling any better?

I’m hearing the heat is beyond hot and oppressive back there. Be VERY, VERY careful!!