A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 08-05-02

Just Amy, Mama_Bear, daisyscarlett, ST.LOUIE1, and Billie

[Billie]

A Few of FR's Finest.....
......Every Day

FR is a Treasure Trove of talented, compassionate, patriotic, wonderful people who gather every day to discuss the latest news and issues;  salute
and support our military and our leaders;  tell a few jokes;  learn a new
word;  write poetry;  pray for those in need;  and congratulate those who
are deserving. Thank you, Jim Robinson, for giving us the vehicle in which
we can express ourselves.

Free Republic made its debut in September, 1996, and the forum was added in early 1997.  I
can remember lurking when there were only a few regulars who posted, and now there are over 60,000 who have registered for posting privileges. The forum is read daily by tens of thousands
of concerned citizens and patriots from all around the country and the world.

Mr. and Mrs. FR

Photo by ST.LOUIE1

When Jim Robinson's name was mentioned for the FReeper of the Day,  all of us wanted to be the one to feature him!  However,  instead of flipping a coin or fighting
it out to see who won :),  St.Louie suggested that JustAmy probably knew him better and longer than the rest of us,  so why not ask her to write his tribute?  Seemed like
a great idea,  and when Amy agreed,  another thought came to mind:

We could all work on this one!  Louie had already created that wonderful graphic of Jim and Sheila above;  Amy would write the main thread,   MamaBear and daisyscarlett could each say a few words,  and I would put it all together.  YES!  We had a plan!  Here, then, is the result of our tribute to the man who is FReeRepublic, and the wonderful woman behind him.

Jim is not just a Vietnam Vet in a wheelchair. Neither is he just the founder of FreeRepublic. Jim is a man with strong beliefs and a deep love of his God, his family and his country.

Jim will take to the air or to the road to show his dedication to his beliefs. After making 3 trips to DC (March for Justice, Judgment Day and House Managers Tribute Rally and Dinner), he eagerly attended the Freeper's Inaugural Ball. This Ball was possible, in part, to Jim's and FreeRepublic's 'SoreLoserman' Rallies and dedication to removing all signs of Clinton/Gore.

What's next on the agenda? How about Scumbag, Gary Condidit? Jim spent many Saturday's driving 4 hours to Modesto where he could join the Modesto Freepers for 2 hours in calling for Condit's removal from office.

Since 9-11-2001, Jim and his family can be found every Friday night at the corner of Shaw and Blackstone (Patriots Corner) counter-protesting the war protesters and showing his support for President Bush's war on terrorism and his support for our military.

Although Sheila does not always agree with his political views, they share their belief in God and their love of family and country. You will find her at his side Friday evenings for The Support Our Troops Rallies. She may entertain with her rendition of "We don't smoke marijuana at Shaw and Blackstone."

It is impossible to spotlight Jim and Sheila without acknowledging Chris, pictured at right. He not only makes sure they get where they need to be, whether it be Washington, DC or Patriots Corner. He gladly picks up a sign of support and carries the flag as he keeps the boom box volume turned high.

~ JustAmy

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What can I say about Jim Robinson that has not been said many times over?   While I was pondering this question, it occurred to me how different my life would be without this wonderful website.   Jim Robinson's FreeRepublic is my home on the internet.  Actually, it is Jim's home on the internet and he has opened it up to all of us.

This is where I come to meet like-minded people who share my values, my love for God and country and my fears for her future. Here we can link arms and hearts in supporting our conservative causes while making life-long FRiendships, and having fun all at the same time! I have never met a finer group of people and it is because of Jim that we have this place to gather.

In short, Jim's dedication to his country, to his conservative values and to this website is inspiring. I believe I am a better person for knowing him and the many fine patriots who frequent this site. No, I cannot imagine my life without FreeRepublic. Thank you and God bless you, Jim.

~ Mama_Bear

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I still get chills when I see the above photo of you leading the March for Justice in Washington D.C. in 1998 calling for the impeachment of President William Jefferson Clinton. I do not know what I can add to all of the nice things that have been said about you, and certainly will be said about you again today, except that I agree with all of them. We can never thank you enough for FREE REPUBLIC. God Bless you Jim Robinson.

~ daisyscarlett

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In closing, I want to add only my thanks, once again, for your vision, Jim, in creating the greatest conservative site on the net. And Amy has asked me to remind everybody that she will be posting many more photos from the family album throughout the day!  So let this
be the last thread all of you check before turning off your pc tonight!

~ Billie

WEEKEND THREAD

08-3,4-02 Week in Review

[COB1]

"...but hope it had something to do with hair clippers and razors."

Ain't it funny to look back on our younger days and think, "How in the heck did I stand all that hair?"

[JustAmy]

Another company picnic in the mid-1980's C'mon Jim's team! (it's not very good, but Jim is in the middle, red shirt, facing opposite direction.


Ooooops ...... Jim takes a spill. We'll get them next time.

[lodwick]

Yep. It's so sad that soem think that your domestic hints suk.

Come on folks - Who's trying to insure domestic tranquility here!

Get with the program. ;-)

[lodwick]

soem = some? perhaps?

[JustAmy]

Hey..... David Carr just threw his first NFL touchdown pass!!! Way to go David; you make Fresno proud!!!

[ST.LOUIE1]

You deserve a break today. So get up and get away. :)
(even though you've only made 52 posts)

That's all? LOL

How many do you s'pose you've really made today? LOL

I don't even want to know! : )

Thank you for taking such good care of everyone today, TLL!

How's about they come take care of me? : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

Thank you, Darlin', for the kind words. Much appreciated.

'Darlin'....love the nick. : )

[JustAmy]

I'm not sure when this picture of Jim and Sheila was taken; maybe Jim can help me out.

[ST.LOUIE1]

But look at him now. LOL

I heard that.

Big ears!

[Mama_Bear]

Hey..... David Carr just threw his first NFL touchdown pass!!!

I am so proud of him! I love it when a local boy makes good. :-)

[doug from upland]

Pervert my ^&%$#*&^%$#. :)

[Billie]

Now where is my "translation" thingie. LOL! Hi, doug!

[doug from upland]

Thanks for only banning a handful of my songs. :)

[Billie]

Thank you, Gabz - we're a superb team! I do bow to the 'team' though - they have done an outstanding job today on all fronts!

[ST.LOUIE1]

..Will mine do? : )

You mean wolves are born looking like that???

Heck no! Just the *special* ones. I'm the only one that 'winks'. : )

Must get confusing.

Sometimes. : )

[JustAmy]

:^(
I only have 3 pictures left.



Jim with a sister and two of his brothers. Taken July, 1992.

[Jim Robinson]

I believe that one was taken in 1988.

[JustAmy]

Did you ever find a baby picture of yourself? We are still waiting!!

[Jim Robinson]

Hah! Sorry, but I don't have any. My mom had some, but I have no idea where they went. She had several boxes of old photos, including baby pictures. They're probably at my sister's house.

[Billie]

Thank you for taking such good care of everyone today, TLL!

How's about they come take care of me? : )

I heard daisy was baking you a 2-crust pineapple pie. You want a glass of milk to go with it? :)

[whoever]

..Who's trying to insure domestic tranquility here..

I am ????????

[Billie]

LOL! You sure get accused and talked about a lot!

[whoever]

..You sure get accused and talked about a lot! ..

And, Billie, I am just so innocent. I would never stir up anything, other than some sourdough French bread.

Certainly, that must be well known.....

....ROTFL

[JustAmy]

Sheila at SnoPark near Huntington Lake, Nov, 1993.

[Excuse_My_Bellicosity]

Bump!!

[whoever]

Amy, I want to extend my sincere thanks for all your work in posting these pictures today.

It has been a labor of love, I am sure, but I want you to know how much they are appreciated....and you, too.

(I tried to post some nice flowers for you, but my server won't connect and I am not sending you a 'little red kiss' in a box. Just imagine them, please.)

Kudos.

[JustAmy]

Thanks, who. You know I appreciate your posts everyday and guess what? I can picture those beautiful flowers. Thank you so very much.

[JustAmy]

This has been such a fun thread today. I have fun here everyday but today was especially nice; getting to introduce you to the Jim and Sheila that I know. Congratulations, Jim. Works done, Jim, just download them.



I believe this was taken in the mid 1990's but I'm not sure.

[daisyscarlett]

I did bake a two crust pineapple pie for Louie, bottom right corner. That is for him. The rest of the pies are up for grabs. Help yourself...

[Mama_Bear]

Thank you, Amy. This has been so much fun today. The pictures were wonderful. :-)

[JustAmy]

I'll take the meringue, whatever else it is!!!

[ST.LOUIE1]

..And you're cute as a bug's ear.

Are you a student of bugs' ears?

Yes, dear, I am.

Are you sure, or is that your imagination, again.?

My imagination does not inlude a bug's ear.

Now I will need a logo of a bug's ear.

Take good care of the little fella. : )

[Billie]

Yes, I know you are completely innocent at all times and NEVER EVER would 'stir'. :)

[whoever]

..Take good care of the little fella. ..

Oh, I will, I will...

What does he eat? I will shower him with such TLC as you have never seen.

Since thank yous are not allowed, how about merci?

[Billie]

Thanks for that bump, EMB!! Hope you enjoyed all the pictures and the fun today. :)

[Mama_Bear]

I am going to shut down early tonight. It has been a fun day on the Finest thread. Sweet dreams everyone. See you all tomorrow morning.

[whoever]

Good night, MB...best wishes with the cable tomorrow.

Hurry back and tell us how wonderful it is...how fast you are zooming around the net.

God bless.

[Billie]

I wanted the meringue, too. :) But you worked harder today than any of us - you can have it all!

Amy, I cannot tell you how much what you did today means to so many people - to get to look back at some of the photos of the man who built this wonderful forum is very special, and I know that YOU did it because you love him and Sheila and have been their friend for so many years. Thank you seems hardly enough, nor would cyber flowers, but these do come with a whole lot of warmth and love.

Thank you, Amy!

[Billie]

Night, Lori - thank you again. Love you!

[JustAmy]

Thank You, Billie. I really did enjoy today's thread.
Jim, the man; Jim, the husband; Jim, the father; Jim the son; Jim, the brother; and Jim, the co-worker.

[Freedom'sWorthIt]

#385 - cuties!!!!

[JustAmy]

"I wanted the meringue, too. :) But you worked harder today than any of us - you can have it all!"

I'll share, I don't need the whole thing, no matter what Louie says.

[Gabz]

Great Job!!!!!!!!

[chadsworth]

10-4, ROGER, YES SIR MAMM, YAHHHOOOOO!
GO DOGS - GO CARR

[ru4liberty]

AMAZING THREAD TODAY!!! GREAT JOB!!!

[ST.LOUIE1]

..Take good care of the little fella. ..

Oh, I will, I will...

Thank you.

What does he eat?

Bug food.

I will shower him with such TLC as you have never seen.

Well and good, but.....

...don't be makin' a sissy out of him.

He does like to kiss women, though. You'll like that. Little bug lips all over you.

Since thank yous are not allowed, how about merci?

Well, I know what that means, but I'll let it pass....this time. : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

..Take good care of the little fella. ..

Oh, I will, I will...

Thank you.

What does he eat?

Bug food.

I will shower him with such TLC as you have never seen.

Well and good, but.....

...don't be makin' a sissy out of him.

He does like to kiss women, though. You'll like that. Little bug lips all over you.

Since thank yous are not allowed, how about merci?

Well, I know what that means, but I'll let it pass....this time. : )

[chadsworth]

I am not good with alot of fancy words so I will express my self as best I can.

Jim ( and family) , I have never known anyone I can truly say is a complete example of intelligence, dedication and compassion until I got acquainted with you and your family.

My hat is off to you Sir- may God keep you active with your wonderful works.

God bless!

[ladyinred]

You can talk to anyone you want on any thread you want!!!!

LOL!