A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 08-28-02

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

                     

Home on the Range!

If it wasn't already evident by his screenname, one would soon learn this Native Texan has more than a passing interest in guns. I think in every correspondence I had with him regarding today's profile, he mentioned going to the gun range, having been to the gun range, or thinking about going to the gun range! :)

humblegunner
FReeper since 01-23-01

Sometimes, Getting to Know You means letting the FReeper of the Day tell us something about himself, in his own words. These, then, are some of humblegunner's words ........

Born in 1964, a Native Texan.

I grew up on different ranches we owned in Elgin, Bastrop, Alpine and Marlin, TX. Dad served in Korea as a Fire Control Officer...he was a Colonel upon retirement and transferred to the Army Finance Corps upon return to the states.

At age 13 I was sent to Allen Military Academy in Bryan, TX (prep school for A&M), but by the time I graduated I had been exposed to quite enough Corps and decided, much to my later chagrin, not to pursue a Military career. It should be noted, however, that I learned many invaluable things at Allen, which have served me well in later years.

Currently I am employed as a Dangerous Goods Specialist for a Chemical Manufacturing Plant in Houston, TX and am responsible for the shipment of hazardous materials by land, sea & air.

I am a very strong supporter of the 2nd amendment and also States rights.

I became involved with FreeRepublic through a friend sending me links for a couple of years. I’d read the article and make comments to my friend; when I realized he was posting some of them, one thing led to another.

I have been involved in several Freeps.

Jumping Jim Jeffords (D-VT) Freep Report - H.A.T.
(Houston, TX) FR Chapter, May 19, 2002
After Action Report - Counter Freep of Fmr. Pres. Bush Demonstrators - Houston, TX, May 11, 2002
Houston Chapter Celebrates San Jacinto Day,
April 21, 2002 (Many PHOTOS here!)
Texas GOP Convention [PICTURES!], June 30, 2002

I very much enjoy visiting the shooting range with FReeper Friends.

~~humblegunner

The photo below is from the San Jacinto thread, which is linked above. Be sure and check out those threads; there are many more photos of the Houston FReepers celebrating San Jacinto Day, and also photos on the Texas GOP Convention thread.

BIG Guns at the Battleship Texas

Another interesting thing I learned about humblegunner...interesting and unexpected for an outdoor type that loves to shoot: he said he used to work in charcoal & pastel long ago.. no portraiture, only animals & landscapes..

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I have just one more photo...

wanted to save it for last.

Ladies...yes, he is single. :)

One of FR's Finest!

THIS WEEK'S THREADS

08-26-02 DC Freepers
08-27-02 Freedom Poster

[ladyinred]

was decided I was in need of more structure in my life

I knew I could smoke out the truth! LOL!
Chadsworth needed some structure too, but unfortunately, it didn't stick you know! :)

[Pippin]

Howdy, LIR!

[lodwick]

Welcome Mama_Bear
Have a Blast with us.

[ValerieUSA]

The Texas state bird??

[Mama_Bear]

Howdy all! Another Finest day on the Finest thread on the Finest website on the net! :-)

I haven't had a chance to read the thread yet. First wanted to congratulate our featured FReeper and welcome our new visitors today. Now I will go back and try to catch up on what I missed this morning.

[lodwick]

Hi there Pippin.
Step lively now.

[Pippin]

MEAOW!

[humblegunner]

The Texas state bird??

Sometimes it seems that way... although lately the heat has
caused most of 'em to expand and burst..

[ladyinred]

You've been tamed and polished?! WOW! What were you like before? LOL

Thank you Billie, now you understand the burden I live with each day, and why I keep the ole transplanted Texan in the doggie house.
He's too old for post grad military school, so I have to do something!

[ladyinred]

LIR,Chads is a gentleman!

Chads said to tell you the check is in the mail! :)

I had to practically drag him out off the computer to get ready for work! He is becoming as addicted to FR as I am!

[lodwick]

Too Cute

[Mama_Bear]

Welcome Mama_Bear Have a Blast with us.

Hey, MB - Great! I could move over and make room for you. :)

Thanks! It's been many years since I was in Texas. All I remember about it is, we drove for two days......and we were still in Texas! LOL!

[humblegunner]

the line about upgrading the facilities before the cons would be allowed in was outstanding

S'truth! Cons have rights, cadets were merely supposed
to gain "character" from hardship!!! It worked, though.

[Pippin]

OW!

[ValerieUSA]

Texas mountain range:

[Mama_Bear]

Too Cute

LOL! Indeed. ;-)

Unfortunately, becoming an adopted Texan isn't going to set my time ahead. I will still be a couple hours behind y'all, and I will ALWAYS be playing ketchup in the morning. :-(

[dansangel]

Good day, Mama_B! Just checking in between bouts of W-O-R-K. Sheesh, what a life!

Hope your day is positively wonderful! Back to the salt mines for me...... ;-D

{{{{{{{{{{Mama_B}}}}}}}}}}}}

[Flyer]

we drove for two days......and we were still in Texas!

It is farther from Orange to El Paso than from El Paso to Los Angeles.

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[Diver Dave]

He's too old for post grad military school, so I have to do something!

Just keep feeding him your famous brownies. That'll teach him. :^)

[Pippin]

Hi, DD!

[Mama_Bear]

I'm here and it looks like you're not. :-(

(((((((hugs))))))))

[lodwick]

Reliant Stadium - Houston Texans' home

[ST.LOUIE1]

Morning, Texas Billie. : )

Excellent post!

[Diver Dave]

Howdy Pippi. Allow me to brighten up your cubicle...

[blackie]

Waltz Across Texas...Bump !!

Freedom Is Worth Fighting For !!

Molon Labe !!

FMCDH !!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Helooooo,King!

Ya still here? :

[JohnHuang2]

Ya still here?

Yes, O lowly servant...hehehehe

[Diver Dave]

Howdy Louie!!!

I was here
And you were not
Now you're here
And I am not

Gotta leave...catch ya later

[ST.LOUIE1]

Ya still here?

Yes, O lowly servant...hehehehe

Hmmmmm.....methinks the *crown* has gone to your head in more ways than one.

How'd ya like to have it knocked off!?

Don't walk past me on a snowy day. LOL

[JohnHuang2]

LOL!

[ST.LOUIE1]

I was tamed down and polished up at the same time. Justfrank told me so--- so there!!!!

You believe him?? Haven't you heard? Frank's the village idiot here at the 'Finest'.

Take that Louie and Cob and Lodwick

We'd rather be "unpolished" and "untamed". Lots more fun!

And the wimmen like it. LOL

[ST.LOUIE1]

I'm here and it looks like you're not. :-(

Here I is, fuzzy!

(((((((hugs))))))))

Love 'em! : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

Howdy Louie!!!
I was here
And you were not
Now you're here
And I am not

Maybe I'm avoiding you? LOL

You did say you were "going to pay me back". : (

[Mama_Bear]

Here I is, fuzzy!

Hey, there you be! We're here at the same time. Yippee!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Hi, Pipsi!!!!

[ST.LOUIE1]

Here I is, fuzzy!

Hey, there you be! We're here at the same time. Yippee!

Because I shamed you into it. lol

[ST.LOUIE1]

Congrats, for being a 'Finest'! You're a great addition!

[Mama_Bear]

Because I shamed you into it. lol

:-(

[ST.LOUIE1]

Because I shamed you into it. lol

:-(

Snorf!!!!!!

[Pippin]

THank you, DD!

[Pippin]

Hi, Blackie!

[humblegunner]

H/G appreciate you!.

Thanks, Bobby.. right back at you!

[Pippin]

HOWDY, JOHN!=^)

[JohnHuang2]

Howdybackatya! =^)

[Pippin]

HEY,LOOUUIIEE!!!

[antivenom]

HIGH five! You were a cute lil fella...well you are still cute...but a much bigger fella...hmmm should have put Sunday's "chubby" photo up....hmmm might NOT be too late????

LOL!!!

[humblegunner]

Congrats, for being a 'Finest'

Thanks very much! I'm pleased and proud.

[Auntbee]

He should be!

[humblegunner]

have put Sunday's "chubby" photo up....hmmm might NOT be too late????

Have mercy! It was an optical illusion! It was my evil twin!

[FreeTheHostages]

"He said I could!"

No doubt! ;) Don't get me wrong, I think it's funny!! I think that if he meets a pretty Freeper and they have little Freeper children, it would be a good thing! :) I guess they have more fun down in Texas!