FReeper Canteen - Tunes For Our Troops

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CHARLESTOWN, Mass. (Jan. 14, 2008) The first major snowfall of the New Year blankets the USS Constitution. Despite the weather "Old Ironsides," remained open for free public tours. At 210 years-old, USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world, manned by 67 active-duty United States Sailors and visited by nearly half a million visitors annually. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Eric Brown (Released)

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS AND OUR BELOVED NATION!!!

Boston, Oct. 21, 2009 - Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Philip Gagnon pipes as USS Constitution performs an underway demonstration in honor of the three-masted wooden frigate's 212th birthday. (U.S. Navy photo by Airman Mark Alexander/Released).
(Click for Bosun’s Whistle)

USS Constitution's 1812 Marine Guard fire vintage Springfield flintlock muskets during the ship's underway. "Old Ironsides" was underway for the "Constitution Day Cruise," which is conducted to thank the family and supporters of Constitution. U.S. Navy photo by Airman Nick Lyman (Released)

OUR TROOPS ROCK!!!!!!!

"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

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)

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

Brad Fletcher - To All Our Mothers Children

Due South - The Good Guys

Perry Nunley - When Freedom Rings

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Situation Excellent
January 4, 2014

Read: Philippians 1:3-14

The things which happened to me have actually turned out for the furtherance of the gospel. —Philippians 1:12

Bible in a Year:
Genesis 10-12; Matthew 4

At the First Battle of the Marne during World War I, French lieutenant general Ferdinand Foch sent out this communiqué: “My center is giving way, my right is retreating. Situation excellent. I am attacking.” His willingness to see hope in a tough situation eventually led to victory for his troops.

Sometimes in life’s battles we can feel as if we are losing on every front. Family discord, business setbacks, financial woes, or a decline in health can put a pessimistic spin on the way we look at life. But the believer in Christ can always find a way to conclude: “Situation excellent.”

Look at Paul. When he was thrown in prison for preaching the gospel, he had an unusually upbeat attitude. To the church at Philippi he wrote, “I want you to know, brethren, that the things which happened to me have actually turned out for the furtherance of the gospel” (Phil. 1:12).

Paul saw his prison situation as a new platform from which to evangelize the Roman palace guard. In addition, other Christians became emboldened by his situation to preach the gospel more fearlessly (vv.13-14).

God can use our trials to work good in spite of the pain they bring (Rom. 8:28). That’s just one more way He can be honored.

Comfort us, Lord, when life’s trials assail—
we fail and stumble so often. Renew us, and
help us to grow so that others may also
know Your goodness and comfort.

Trials can be God’s road to triumph.

Good evening DJ's & Thank you!

*The House Is A Rockin'*

Cooking a special dinner for Hubby’s b-day....back in a bit! *HUgs*

Howdy Connie!

Happy Friday!

Hello Connie!

Dead on!! 00.00pm!!

Thanks, Connie, for today's Tunes For Our Troops.

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United States Marine Corps Band ~ National Anthem

Honoring Our Heroes

2LT Rebecca USA (Daughter of U S Army EOD)
3 sons (armymarinemom and amdad)
86th Fighter Weapons Squadron "Combat Hammer" (saminfl)
AbnSarge USA
Allegra
Anoreth USCG (daughter of Tax-chick)
aviator USAF
BIGLOOK USN
Brett USN (CindyDawg)
Brother and Son-in-Law (kalee)
Cannoneer No. 4
CAPT Bryan USA (Diver Dave)
CAPT Future Snake Eater USA (RightOnline)
CAPT Jason Clendenin (friend of Frou)
Chris USA (amom)
Chuck USA (RightOnline)
CMS USA
COL Mike (gpapa)
ConorMacNessa FMF Corpsman
Cpl Don USMC 1963-1967 (Diver Dave’s twin)
CPT Carol USA, Nurse Corp (Vineyard)
David USAF (LUV W)
Defender2
Deven USA (Shimmer)
Diver Dave USN
Drumbo USN
E2 Mike USA (Colonel_Flagg)
Ethan USMC (georgiabelle)
forgotenknight13 USA (grandson of Monkey Face)
Fred (DocRock)
GulfWar1Vet USA
HiJinx USA
IS2 Brianne USN (My Hearts in London -Everett)
IS2 Heather USN (My Hearts in London -Everett)
Jade Falcon USN
James USA (Grumpybutt)
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)
KJD USAF (SuzyQue)
Laurita USA
LCpl Carter USMC
LCpl Joe USMC (Don’tMessWithTexas)
Lindsay (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
LT David (Coldwater Creek)
LT Gerald USN (Vineyard)
M1911A1 USMC (M0sby)
M1Tanker
Major Jennifer USA (Diver Dave)
Major joma89 USAF
MEG33's Navy Grandson
Michael USAR (RightOnline)
Mike1Sg USA (mystery-ak)
Milo828 USA (mystery-ak)
MSgt Eddie USAF ( Son of ThomasPaine2000, CMSgt USAF, Ret)
MSGT Glen Ignasiak USAF (nephew of AirForceMom)
Nate USN (sneakers)
Navy Chaplain, Lt Nathan Rice (Coldwater Creek)
Old China Hand USA
Old Sarge USA
OneLoyalAmerican USCG
PFC Jake USMC (son of Enough_Deceit)
Philetus USA
PROCON USA
Rick USAF (Doogle)
Robert, Jeremy, Daynnis USA (SoldierDad)
SandRat USA
Sat-Com Chris USA (son of KC Burke)
SGT Alex USA (son of Enough_Deceit)
SGT Chris USA (son of Vineyard)
SGT Ev USA (Mozie)
SGT Gray USA (colorcountry’s son)
SGT Matt USMC (SuzyQue)
SGT Robert USMC (MarineMom613)
SGT Sean Reed (preed)
Son USCG (GodBlessUSA)
SPC Drew USA (brother-in-law Stonewall Jackson)
SPC Mike USA (AbnSarge)
SPC Ted USA (nephew of hoagy62)
SPC William Akin USA (Step-son of BlueLancer)
SPC4 Dan USA (son of swmobuffalo)
SSG Brian USA (repubmom)
SSG Dustin USA (SIL of U S Army EOD)
SSG Dusty USA (MountainDad)
SSG Mitchel USA (tina07)
SSG Spencer USA (grame)
SSGT Adam USA (Diver Dave)
SSGT Don May Jr USMC (debm29palms)
SSGT John Linde USA (JFoxbear)
SSGT The Black Knight USAF
Stevan USA (Grumpybutt)
Terrence USN (Sweetbaby/LadyPilgrim)
The Sailor
TMSuchman USMC
tongue-tied USN/USA
Tonkin USN/USCG
TSGT Jason M Kibler USAF (son of AirForceMom)
SFC txradioguy USA
USAFSecurityForces (son of visualops & TheStickman)
Valerie USAF (Shimmer)
Victor and Tony D USMC (weldgophardline)
Vineyard USN
William USA (jackv)
WOs Bob and Michelle USA (nephew, and his wife, of BnBlFlag)

FRIDAY NIGHT VIDEOS
and Special Web Sites

Theme: Hot & Cold

Note: Parental Discretion Advised.

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“Smith - Baby It’s You”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6atUODsWGs

“Crystalyne - Just Fine”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq_YUJafev0

“Velvet Veins - Sweet Heat”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmYoc9pVzHA

“Blackfeet Braves - Oh So Fine (Official)”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbVV0fR0q-Y

“Animal Logic - There’s a Spy in the House of Love”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytubI5onf4Y

“The Zombies - She’s Not There”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5IRI4oHKNU

“The Who - I Can See for Miles”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0iqg2UanEc

“Glenn Frey - The Heat Is On”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EU8L0-RkDYU

“New York Metropolitan Chillout Luxury Lounge” [Loooong Play]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkCQr5AMdvE

“Petros Guitars Tunnel 13 #13, The Gold Special, Ltd.” [Music: “Highlands by Kinloch Nelson”]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRqZLiAsgys

“A Real Fine Place to Start - Sara Evans”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1QxmC4d-7U

“2014 Smooth Latin Jazz Lounge Natalie Cole [Live] - Smooth Classical”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLI9PE1THpA

“Roberta Flack featuring Donny Hathaway - The Closer I Get to You”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jhYENBxRVo

“Maxwell - Sumthin’ Sumthin’ (MelloSmooth)”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6YlmFxkoO0

“Man and Wife - Mr. Instrumentalist”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jX_6Bq3ASk

“Our House - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9I27w8Tuyw

“Yanni 2013 The Finest Tunes” [Looong play]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaoaZiTPiik

“Winter Dream ~ Relax Music”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCtUBqSGdp4

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THANKS to an 82nd Airborne Veteran for sending me
some of the links for the next 2 sections:

Really:

ARDEN HAYES is a “Body of Presidential Knowledge”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozxed0u7ZlA

“Elk vs Photographer - Great Smoky Mountains National Park”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGQExgOxZMQ

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Fun & Funny:

“My Blackberry Is Not Working! - The One Ronnie, Preview, BBC One”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAG39jKi0lI

“Johnny Puleo and His Harmonica Gang with Milton Berle - Hollywood Palace 1965”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2WFw9oSBlI

“Hans Klok - World Record - 15 Grand Illusions in 5 Minutes”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCJhRfwylSI

“How To Make Rosewater for Skin and Hair Growth”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fv9nCpkbBno

“Anti-Aging Toner (Apple Cider Vinegar and Green Tea) [Easy DIY]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHwfwbDt288

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Jobs & Careers [NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED TO READ the forum boards]
http://truthusa.com/jobs/index.php

Are You Looking For A Job? [Resource Links Page]
http://www.truthusa.com/AreYouLookingForAJob.html

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

It's Tunes For Our Troops Time!

Good evening, Cindy, and thank you for the Friday Night Videos for the troops to enjoy. ((HUGS))

Did you get the storms? Tractors running hard?

Headed for home after I get the snow off my car. Back in a bit.

OK, Canteeners! The holidays are finished! Get with the program! No more excuses about why you can't post or why you are not here!

Connie: Calambuco-El que se enamora pierde, ( He Who Falls In Love, Loses )

Welcome to the Salsa Addiction Emergency Room!

We are all in critical condition here!

The music page will open in a new window. There is the option of clicking on individual songs or clicking the Jukebox link. If you choose the Jukebox link then the page can be minimized while you continue surfing:

Friday Night Salsa for 01-03-2014 for the TROOPS and their supporters everywhere!

Here is a list of the songs in the Jukebox:

Artist/s - Song Names:

Al Delory - Guantanamera

Al Delory - Hot Gandinga

Al Delory - La Pegadita

Al Green - Let's Stay Together

Aretha Franklin - Dr Feelgood

Arnaldo Y La Cosmopolita - El Tipo Picante

Arnaldo Y La Cosmopolita - Eres Un Virus

Arnaldo Y La Cosmopolita - La Discusion Acabo

Bannakumbi ( Featuring Anthony Colon ) - Rumbannakumbi

Bannakumbi ( Featuring Julio Voltio ) - Mala Nena

Bannakumbi ( Featuring Pirulo ) - Loco

Barry White - Just The Way You Are

Billy Carrion - Borinquen De Mis Amores

Billy Carrion - Consuelo Mio

Billy Carrion - Eres

Billy Joel - A Matter Of Trust

Bio Ritmo - El Rayito

Bio Ritmo - Fabula

Bio Ritmo - Hermano

Blood Hound Gang - You And Me Babe We Ain't Nothing But Mammals

Bobby Matos' Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble - Cuchy Frito Man

Bobby Matos' Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble - Da' Londons From Da' Bronx

Bobby Matos' Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble - Iyesa Afro Beat

Calambuco - El Que Se Enamora Pierde

Calambuco - Guarachando

Calambuco - No Estas En Na

Chaka Khan - Tell Me Something Good

Creedence Clearwater Revival - Born On The Bayou

Dave Brubeck - Blue Rondo A La Turk

Gabriela Montero - Improvisation At The Koln Philharmonie

Listen
~ Chicago Transit Authority ~

This I-Pad is driving me NUTs

Welcome To All Who Enter This Canteen, To Our Serving Military, To Our Veterans, To All Military Families, To Our FRiends and To Our Allies!

Missing Man Setting

"The Empty Chair"

By Captain Carroll "Lex" Lefon, USN (RET), on December 21st, 2004

"In the wardroom onboard the aircraft carrier from which I recently debarked was a small, round table, with single chair. No one ever sat there, and the reasons, both for the table being there, and for the fact that the chair was always empty, will tell the reader a little bit about who we are as a culture. The wardroom, of course, is where the officers will dine; morning, noon and evening. It is not only a place to eat – it is also a kind of oasis from the sometimes dreary, often difficult exigencies of the service. A place of social discourse, of momentary relief from the burdens of the day. The only things explicitly forbidden by inviolable tradition in the wardroom are the wearing of a cover or sword by an officer not actually on watch, or conversation which touches upon politics or religion. But aboard ships which observe the custom, another implicit taboo concerns the empty chair: No matter how crowded the room, no matter who is waiting to be seated, that chair is never moved, never taken.

The table is by the main entrance to the wardroom. You will see it when you enter, and you will see it when you leave. It draws your eyes because it is meant to. And because it draws your eyes it draws your thoughts. And though it will be there every day for as long as you are at sea, you will look at it every time and your eyes will momentarily grow distant as you think for a moment. As you quietly give thanks.

AS YOU REMEMBER.

The small, round table is covered with a gold linen tablecloth. A single place setting rests there, of fine bone china. A wineglass stands upon the table, inverted, empty. On the dinner plate is a pinch of salt. On the bread plate is a slice of lemon. Besides the plate lies a bible. There is a small vase with a single red rose upon the table. Around the vase is wound a yellow ribbon. There is the empty chair.

We will remember because over the course of our careers, we will have had the opportunity to enjoy many a formal evening of dinner and dancing in the fine company of those with whom we have the honor to serve, and their lovely ladies. And as the night wears on, our faces will in time become flushed with pleasure of each other’s company, with the exertions on the dance floor, with the effects of our libations. But while the feast is still at its best, order will be called to the room – we will be asked to raise our glasses to the empty table, and we will be asked to remember:

The table is round to show our everlasting concern for those who are missing. The single setting reminds us that every one of them went to their fates alone, that every life was unique.

The tablecloth is gold symbolizing the purity of their motives when they answered the call to duty.

The single red rose, displayed in a vase, reminds us of the life of each of the missing, and their loved ones who kept the faith.

The yellow ribbon around the vase symbolizes our continued determination to remember them.

The slice of lemon reminds us of the bitterness of their fate.
The salt symbolizes the tears shed by those who loved them.
The bible represents the faith that sustained them.
The glass is inverted — they cannot share in the toast.
The chair is empty — they are not here. They are missing.

And we will remember, and we will raise our glasses to those who went before us, and who gave all that they had for us. And a part of the flush in our faces will pale as we remember that nothing worth having ever came without a cost. We will remember that many of our brothers and sisters have paid that cost in blood. We will remember that the reckoning is not over.

We many of us will settle with our families into our holiday season, our Christmas season for those who celebrate it, content in our fortune and prosperity. We will meet old friends with smiles and laughter. We will meet our members of our family with hugs. We will eat well, and exchange gifts and raise our glasses to the year passed in gratitude, and to the year to come with hope. We will sleep the sleep of the protected, secure in our homes, secure in our homeland.

But for many families, there will be an empty chair at the table this year. A place that is not filled.

WE SHOULD REMEMBER."

Many Thanks To Alfa6 For Finding Capt. Lefon's Chronicle Of "The Empty Chair."

"Träumerei"
Robert Schumann
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Never Forget The Brave Men And Women Who Gave Their Lives To Secure Our Freedom!!

"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

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)

Dixie Chicken
~ Little Feat ~