A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 07-22-02

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.

A Few of FR's Finest November 11, 2001

So many people have written me since my original Veteran's Day Tribute, asking how they, or a loved one, could be included in that tribute. Since I can no longer add the photos to the body of the thread, I've been including them in additional posts as I received enough to make another collage.

Still that doesn't seem to be enough. I think there's never been a better nor more appropriate time to keep the faces of our own Veterans and Active Military in front of FReepers--every day! That's why I wanted to do yet another Daily Thread .....ABOUT FReepers .....and FOR FReepers. But not only about our Military FReepers; for all FReepers! Wouldn't it be nice to get to know a few of the other FReepers as well? That's why, in addition to seeing FR's Finest Military Personnel every day, I thought it might be fun to feature a different FReeper (or FReepers) each day. If you would like to be pictured, or know someone who would, please FReepmail me and we'll turn the spotlight - on YOU - for the day!

And do let me know if you'd like your picture added to the groups of Veterans/Active Military below. I will keep this page updated, and continue to add them to the comment section of the original Veteran's Day thread as well.

TOP: Logos, SwedeGirl's hubby, Neil E Wright, FallGuy, 1John, Sneakypete
MIDDLE:  T'wit, COB1, LadyX, Dick Bachert, 68-69TonkinGulfYatchClub
BOTTOM:  YankeeinSC, Delta21, JoeSixPack1

TOP:  Bosniajmc, AFVetGal, Archy, A Navy Vet

MIDDLE:  4TheFlag, Aeronaut, 68Grunt, Xinga

BOTTOM:  Codger, AAABest, Clinton's A Liar, Duke809, dcwusmc

TOP:  mc5cents, Norb2569, LBGA's son, VanJenerette

MIDDLE:  Jim Robinson, KJenerette, davidosborne, KG9Kid

BOTTOM:  gwmoore, Equality7-2521, SAMWolf

TOP:  porgygirl, Phil V., MudPuppy, NorCoGOP

MIDDLE:  RaceBannon, OneidaM, rdb3, jwTexian

BOTTOM:  USMC Vet, TheMayor, Vineyard, rhododogma

TOP:  spectr17, RightOnline, SERE_Doc, Tet68

MIDDLE:  FutureSnakeEater, RightOnline's wife, CIApilot, Clamper1797
BOTTOM:  usmcobra, onedoug, DiverDave, Joe6-pack

TOP:  g'nad, AgThorn's son Justin, SLB, AgThorn's son Brett

MIDDLE:  fish70, razorback-bert, CheneyChick,Leroy S Mort, Mark17

BOTTOM:  Terry's Take, Taxman, DinkyDau

TOP:  ValerieUSA's son Grant, SK1Thurman, kd5cts, RangerVetNam,

dansangel and .45man's son-in-law Tony

BOTTOM:  rangerX, Old China Hand, Trish, Howlin's dad, Mustang

TOP: ohioWfan's son, MamaBear's father-in-law, MamaBear's dad, ladtx

MIDDLE:  The Mayor's niece, M.Kehoe, Beach_Babe's son-in-law

BOTTOM:  deadhead's dad, HiJinx, Severa's hubby, viligantcitizen's granddad.

TOP: Q6-God, Scan59, Mama Bear and JKPhoto's son, ofMagog

MIDDLE:  Big'ol_freeper, JustAmy's great uncle, Prodigal Son

BOTTOM:  JustAmy's husband, JustAmy's brother-in-law, JustAmy's brother.

                     

Will 'da REAL Pharmer Please Stand?

Phil V.

Phil  (da'pharmer)  hails from California,  and is one of the very first names I remember on the forum,  long before JimRob implemented the registration process.  It must have been sometime in the fall of 1997 that we were required to register in order to post at the forum,  because Phil is Freeper Member #119;  his anniversary date is 11- 30-97.

"Never Forget That Bill Clinton's Legacy Was found at the Checkout Counter."

: )

That quote is all you will find on his profile page,  except for the California flag.  Phil may be most well known during the clinton years for his cyber antics as Socks C.  (underthebed@whitehouse.com),  or for his weekend "Trash,  Trash,  and More Trash" threads - he kept us updated on all the latest headline stories of the National Enquirer,  complete with garish-colored backgrounds and those wonderfully tasteful photos!  : )

Phil,  though happily married for many years   (I hope I'm not ruining your reputation!),  also for the longest time carried on a funny cyber thing for DEB  (we ALWAYS colored her name fucshia!  It wouldn't be  DEB without the color!),  which was hilarious to keep up with!  I'm not quite sure if they're still together or not,  but they did have fun exchanging quips and barbs.  One very,  very funny guy,  Phil V. does occasionally show a more somber side.   Fortunately that doesn't happen often!  :)

Have fun today,  Pharmer Phriend, and....
You can sit down now!

THE WEEKEND THREAD

07-20,21-02 Last Week in Review

[Billie]

[Billie]

Ahem. Because of the delicate nature of today's subject, I feel it necessary to caution and remind you that we are

That said, this thread's for you, Pharmer!

[jwfiv]

Big AttaBoy fer ya!!!

[lodwick]

Good to meet'cha Phil - enjoy your special day.

[jwfiv]

Good moriing, Billie. Thanks again, and for the weeked's thread, too.

Wish I could stay home and Freep all day this fine Monday, but, alas, office space beckons....guess, I'll just do my Freepin' from there...))))))))

[Billie]

Good morning, JL! Phil's in California, so I HOPE he will have some time to take a look before going to work; if not, it may be tonight before he can show up. He's a funny, funny guy, and one of the first names I ever saw on FR!

[Billie]

Good morning, jw! Hope you do get the chance to check in during the day, too! Thanks for the thanks! :) I didn't get to spend very much time here over the weekend, but we're happy to review the week and unlock the door if anyone wants to peek in on Saturdays and Sundays. :)

[Mama_Bear]

Good morning, FRiends! A beautiful day awaits.

Congrats, PhilV, step up and take a bow - you're in the spotlight! :-)

[Aquamarine]

Hi Phil, I used to see you on the Klamath threads I believe you even posted a live report from the site. I'ts nice to see you being honored here today!

Click on the pic

I'm trying out a new midi site today. It may take some time to load this song, if you all like it I'll start using music from this site.

[Fred Mertz]

This is why you'll never get a picture of me;^) I like to use my imagination when figuring out what Freepers might look like.

[Mama_Bear]

I'm trying out a new midi site today. It may take some time to load this song, if you all like it I'll start using music from this site.

Good morning, Aqua - I like it! It didn't take long to load at all (but, I have dsl.) Are you taking requests? How about some Hall and Oates one morning this week? :-)

.........

[Billie]

Good morning, Best Bear Friend!

[Billie]

Oh, yes! Please do! That's beautiful! Waves are so much nicer to listen to than midis.

Once again, Aqua, your graphic is breathtaking.

[daisyscarlett]

Good morning, good morning...

[Billie]

This is why you'll never get a picture of me;^) I like to use my imagination when figuring out what Freepers might look like.

Ha! And yet you're here, aren't you?! LOL! Besides, I HAVE a picture of you! :)

Alas! I can't find it though. (Well, except for the Ranger one, which I won't use because you asked me not to.) Send another. :)

[Billie]

Good morning, Miss Daisy - glad to know I got the date right. :)

[daisyscarlett]

So very nice to meet you Mr. PhilV. I love the tabs and enjoyed all your "trashy" news during the Clinton years....You are a hoot...

[COB1]

GOOD MORNING TO ALL!

AND ESPECIALLY TO YOU, PHIL V!!

Here's a pic of some of those small trees I saw in your beautiful state:

I'm sure when they git full grown they'll be nearly as big as our Texas mesquite trees!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Congrats, Phil!

[daisyscarlett]

Beautiful picture to match your Shania Twain song....Just perfect...

I went for a morning stroll today and had the soundtrack to "Brother Wherefore Art Thou" in my CD walkman. Billie, thanks for recommending this (a long time ago on another thread); Aquamarine have you heard it before?

[ST.LOUIE1]

Morning, BB. : )

Excellent post!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Morning, fuzzy! : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

Howdy, COBY!

[daisyscarlett]

But we already have pictures of you, like the one below, with your lovely wife and wacky neighbors.

[Billie]

LOL! I love it, Coby! They are nice little saplings, aren't they? :)

[JustAmy]

heh heh


Did I tell you, I was in Texas a couple of times and I saw those huge mesquite trees? Thought not! LOL

[Mama_Bear]

A beautiful morning to you, Louie!

.... and to you, daisy! Speaking of daisies, they are one of my favorite flowers. :-)

[lodwick]

Love This Site - Good Stuff Here

A tremendous day to all who pass this way. JL-

[Carolina]

How's Socks the Cat these days? Does he know anything about the Down Under Babe making Bent One's heart to thump?

[Billie]

Good morning, Wolfie - saw you outside soliciting hugs again last night.

[Billie]

LOL! That's the cutest gif!

[Aquamarine]

Good morning, Aqua - I like it! It didn't take long to load at all (but, I have dsl.) Are you taking requests? How about some Hall and Oates one morning this week? :-)

I am so envious of you people with DSL connections! I'm really handicapped with the time it takes to find these things and preview them.
I didn't have alot of time to look for Hall and Oates over at the new Wave site (you're right Billie they're waves not midi's) I'll look again later. Is there any particular song you'd like to hear?

I did find this Bryan Adams song though.

Click on the pic

[Aquamarine]

That picture is beautiful! Did you really get to see the Redwood's In CA?

[Billie]

I like that one, too! And the rose is so beautiful!

As for any particular song for me, you're doing fine on your own. I like it all!

Thank you, Aqua.

[Pippin]

Howdy, Louie, Thanks for the invitation to come over.

Good afternoon/morning, Billie! How are you doing today?

Congratulations Phil!

[Pippin]

Hi, Aqua!

[Billie]

Good morning (for a couple more minutes), Clara. Very nice to see you again. Thanks for coming. :)

[JustAmy]

Hey its nice to see you this morning!! Stick around and enjoy the fun.

[JustAmy]

Congratulations on being in the spotlight
Phil!

[Mama_Bear]

One of my favorite Bryan Adams songs. :-)

wav music files are hard to find, I know. I did find "Maneater" recently (not one of my favorites), but that's the only Hall and Oates wav I have come across. If you happen to locate "Sara Smile" during your internet travels, please let me know. :-)

[ST.LOUIE1]

Howdy, Louie,

Helooooooo Clara!

Thanks for the invitation to come over.

Sure glad you took me up on it. You're always welcome. : )

Make it a habit, eh?: )

[lodwick]

Baby hair with a woman's eyes
I can feel you watching in the night
All alone with me and we're waiting for the sunlight
When I feel cold you warm me
When I feel I can't go on you come and hold me
It's you... And me forever

Sara Smile
Won't you smile a while for me

If you feel like leaving you know you can go
But why don't you stay until tomorrow?
And if you want to be free, all you have to do is say so
When you feel cold, I'll warm you
And when you feel you can't go on, I'll come and hold you
It's you... And me forever

Sara Smile
Won't you smile a while for me

[dutchess]

Great pick for the freepers finest today. The Socks the Cat stuff was the funniest! Phil certainly kept us entertained during those trying days. Congratulations Phil!

I want to be at home with my pictures and scanner, but alas must make a living. Will check in later. Have a fun afternoon all!

[g'nad]

Afternoon Ma'am! Had a great weekend with my family and friends and neighbors. We had lots of new kids move in to the neighborhood, lot's of boys "theboy's" age, unlike last year...Jake is in heaven...

Pharmer, love yer work...

[ST.LOUIE1]

Good morning, Wolfie - saw you outside soliciting hugs again last night.

LOL!

Love your hug.

Kinda like huggin' my self. LOL

I just might swipe that graphic. : )

[Mama_Bear]

Wow! That was quick! LOL. Now we just need to add some music to the lyrics. Am I asking for too much? ;-)

[lodwick]

Sara Smile

[lodwick]

;-) Enjoy.

[JustAmy]

Who said seniors don't have a sense of humor?)

FOXY LADY: Sexy, fashion-conscious blue-haired beauty, 80's, slim, 5'-4"(used to be 5-6), searching for sharp-looking, sharp-dressing companion. Matching white shoes and belt a plus.
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[Mama_Bear]

You are AMAZING! Thank you HUGS!!