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

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:  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.

                     

Ain't Just Whistling Dixie

Dixie Sass Summerville, S.C.

Dixie's been actively posting on FR since 1998, though her profile will show "Freeper since 09-16-99". There's a reason for this, of course:   before she had her own computer, she used to post from FReeper Astonished's, and she called herself "Roommate to Astonished"!  When she bought a computer of her own, she got an identity of her own, too, and has been Dixie Sass ever since!

Dixie made this really easy for me! When I asked if there was anything in particular she would like for me to mention about her, she wrote the following, and wrote it so well, I thought, why should I change it at all?! I particularly like the way she started.....

Hmmm, What I Did On My Summer Vacation
(lol, remember those essays?)

Of course, I spend a good bit of time on FR. I flit from article to article - whatever catches my interest at the moment.

In either late 1998 or early 1999, I posted to the main board and the chapters board asking for people who were interested in starting a chapter to contact me. This was about the time that McCain came to Charleston to announce that he intended to run for President. The rest is history.

We have a small chapter, but the members are all active in various other organizations in the State. Right now we are going through a reorganization of the Chapter and acquiring new members.

I am very proud to say that our Chapter was the first to host Linda Tripp on her first appearance after the "late unpleasentness" in DC. By the way, WHAT was that man's name? X42, wasn't it? Also, Katherine Harris and Judge Sauls were scheduled to appear in 2001, but due to pressure from the press ...

The biggest and best project that the Chapter has taken on is the Bill of Rights Day function headed by Citizenx7. We are going into our third year with it and he has done a stupendous job. We have awarded two children, one middle school (public) and one Eagle Scout $500 dollar bonds for the essay's that they have written.

The Rally's enabled me to meet FReepers from all over the country, YaYa, Exit, MAF, LNM, BobJ, Diotima, CCC etc. Names that had real people behind them. All of the people that I have met and even those I haven't, hold a special place in my heart. Especially the DC-6.

Oh Billie, the inaugural weekend in Washington - wow!! Because of the kindness of two special Prince's, I got to be Cinderella and go to the ball. It was a dream that came true.

Then the Cruise to Nowhere, CPAC and now Vegas - FRee Republic has opened many doors for me. It has introduced me to wonderful people, but most of all it has helped me find something within myself that I thought was gone.

Oh and there is the old Firetalk and Paltalk. We ran a room at Firetalk 24/7 during the Chad Wars - speaking to people from around the world, informing and teaching. People were bringing their children into the room because they said we were the best informed source.

Participation in these two chat programs with various Freepers has also been instrumental in expanding my knowledge and being more that a "keyboard cowgirl".

American Conservative Room, FreeRepublic.com Room, Freeper Hangout Room; Patriot of the Republic Room - they are the voice of America - Free Republic is the written word of the Conservative movement.

Gosh, it sounds like I spend all my time Freeping doesn't it - well, in a sense I do. I worked at the polls in 2000 and again this year for the primaries and will in November for the elections. I participate more in the community now than I ever have before. At the moment I am interim President for the Chapter. I have learned to deal with news people. I have spoken with people that we read about in the news. Freeping has helped me to learn that leadership isn't just sitting at the top and delegating, but taking an active part in the affairs around you. Free Republic has been an active part of my ongoing education by way of all the wonderful talented people that I have met - like you. ~ DixieSass

Dixie Sass, You ARE one of FR's Finest!
And We're Not Just Whistlin' Dixie When We Say It!

THIS WEEK'S THREADS

08-05-02 Jim Robinson
08-06-02 Freedom'sWorthIt
08-07-02 GailA

[lodwick]

;-) I can only steal borrow pics - I could only use my "regular" camera for documentation of what would be a monumental gathering of friends.

[lodwick]

My wife and I have the secret to making a marriage last. Two times
a week, we go to a nice restaurant, a little wine, good food...
She goes Tuesdays, I go Fridays.


email joke. Fairly lame - but I don't know Amy's co-workers.

[JustAmy]

LOL You probably don't want to either! Sometimes I sort thru 15 jokes before I find one I can use. Then I have to check to see if Billie is present on some of the ones I do use. LOL

[daisyscarlett]

Thanks for posting all those neat photos and historical facts about S. Carolina and Charleston. I am not a true G.R.I.T.S. but I was born in S. Carolina and all my ancestors are from there. I have been to many of the places posted so it was a trip down memory lane for me...

[lodwick]

;-) Another moderately lame-o.

A teenager comes downstairs for her date with this see-through blouse on and no bra. Her grandmother just pitched a fit, telling her not to dare go out like that!
The teenager tells her "Loosen up Grams. These are modern times. You gotta let your rosebuds show!" and out she goes.

The next day the teenager comes downstairs, and the grandmother is sitting there with no top on. The teenager wants to die. She explains to her grandmother that she has friends coming over and that it is just not appropriate...

The grandmother says, "Loosen up, Sweetie. If you can show off your rosebuds, then I can display my hanging baskets."

We really need to find Who!

[lodwick]

You've got it Daisy - off to Jeopardize. bbl

[daisyscarlett]

Best wishes to you and Mrs Stainless Banner and little MacKenzie.

[ru4liberty]

I talked to whoever last night...

Her DSL software got corrupted, so as soon as she receives and installs the new software, she'll be back here to bless/aggravate us.

Carry on!

[daisyscarlett]

Thanks for the update of Whoever....We do miss her and eagerly await her return....

I think we ladies should all adjourn to the veranda and have some tea - cold iced tea, of course.

[dixie sass]

I got a plate of the Chateaubriand. It is yummy! Thanks Chef!

[Mama_Bear]

Whew! Finally managed to get in here!

To all the Finest thread visitors.....thank you for helping to celebrate another of FR's Finest. I haven't had a chance to read through all the posts today (and probably won't be able to), so I don't know who has been here. Consider yourself pinged, even if you weren't. I hope everyone knows that I never intend to leave anyone out.

Kudos to you, dixie sass! I hope you have a wonderful day!

[Mama_Bear]

Thanks for letting us know what's happening with whoever. I had wondered where she was.

I can certainly sympathize with her dsl problems. Been there, done that....just recently, in fact. :-)

Hope she is back with us soon.

[Mama_Bear]

Tea sounds wonderful! It has been a stressful day, I could sure use some peaceful quiet time. :-)

[JustAmy]

A South Carolina man, having bought several expensive cigars, insured them against...get this...fire.

After he had smoked them, he then decided that he had a claim against the insurance company and filed.

The insurance company refused to pay, citing the obvious reason that the man had consumed the cigar normally.

The man sued.

The judge, stated that since the company had insured the cigars against fire, they were obligated to pay.

After the man accepted payment for his claim, the company then had him arrested for...arson.

[dixie sass]

Oh Valerie, What a beautiful butterfly!!!!!!! I love butterflies.

[dixie sass]

Couldn't make it a week, could you. Sighhhhhhh

[ru4liberty]

I'll join you ladies, but I'm going to opt for my favorite beverage...

[dixie sass]

Thank you, Diotima. I appreciate that compliment more than you will ever know. Hugs.

[Pippin]

Hi, LadyX!

I've been to Charleston in the early 80's visiting my sister who was living there at the time with her husband, A Navy man, He was out to sea and my sister and her oldest daughter were alone most of the time. In fact her younger daughter was born in Charleston, she is the only one of my nieces and nephews not born in the stste of Maryland.

I think Charleston is a beautiful city but Really hot and humid even in November!

But it was nice.

[Pippin]

I had a great day!

How was yours?