A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day 09-05-02

Dansangel 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.

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.

TOP: dakine's wife, MeeknMing's dad, Auntbee's nephew, MilitiaMan7,
AlasBabylon.
BOTTOM:  Joe Brower, Temple Owl, Temple Owl's wife, dutchess' dad,
Aomagrat

                     

Making Liberty her Mission at FRee Republic

Libertina

By dansangel

Libertina is a very energetic FReeper who just (lucky for us) happened upon Free Republic. She signed up on 11-18-2000 and the rest, as they say, is history. Perusing her profile page, one finds several links to threads she has posted describing activism and subjects of passionate interest. Her latest rant is a thread she posted on Aug. 28 that can be found here:

"A Simple Word Like Violence"

Libertina has a wonderfully animated style of writing that she used in submitting information about herself to A Few Of FR’s Finest. There is no way that I could improve upon what she wrote. So, it is with great pride, I present "Libertina in Her Own Words."

Washington
Puget Sound Chapter Leader
Libertina

For 10 years I lived in Asia. I was working for a foreign embassy (de facto) when their government back home fell in a bloodless coup - very intense. I was in Asia when China staged live military “games” and Clinton sent in US carriers to protect us - (he lied). I was still there while he sold sensitive missile technology, pilfered Republican’s FBI files and defiled the White House. Overseas news was CNN. (In other words, I heard nothing)

Returning home a few months before the election I was shocked to find that Republican was a dirty word, Boy Scouts were a hate group, and NAMBLA was operating in full public view. It was an outrage.

FR was found by Providence when I surfed message boards and someone mentioned “Free Republic.” By that evening I had found my cyber home. A week later I registered and posted my first reply. (Heady days! LOL) Surrounded by brilliant, constitution-reading, politically astute Freepers - it was education time.

A couple of weeks later I boldly posted a rally thread (LOL). Luckily, some people showed up: Big Ern, Vicki and other PS (Puget Sound) Chapter FReepers. (Puget Sound ***rocks!***) In December, I gathered with hundreds of patriots on the Court House steps in Seattle - and found myself on stage speaking.

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Puget Sound Chapter FReeping the CReep in 2002
when Clinton came to Seattle. We DID make the news. hehehe

Now, more than a year later, the Puget Sound Chapter continues activities including a Shoot, potlucks with Billthedrill’s homebrew, FReep of the Creep in Seattle, Freep of the MMMs, and our National Gun Purchase Day on July 9th. NGPD is Big Ern’s brainchild to respond to the UN’s “Gun Destruction Day.” After contacting shops and clubs, the event went national as stores advertised specials during the week and 2nd Amendment lovers took advantage of discounts to buy more guns! (And, we could relay the statistics to the UN - hehehe.)

Of course, there was that challenging COSCO Freep (we were going to be on the Hannity & Colmes Show) where President Bush SAVED us…LOL. The night before our rally, GW secured the release of our service personnel from China. Most Americans stayed home to watch this play out on FOX NEWS, but I stubbornly trudged down to our site with a friend to protest. When the port guard discovered I was on the property, he unceremoniously threw my little Freeper behind right off the premises! Could have been ugly! Thanks GW!

The Puget Sound FR Chapter has been fortunate to have the supportive assistance of KVI radio host Kirby Wilbur announcing our community FReeps. Patriotic BUMP!

Upcoming: In September, my article “A Simple Word Like Violence” is being published in the WAC Gun News. It is an article about the increased linking of the word “violence” with “2nd Amendment” and how our kids are indoctrinated. (To preview, use the above link). And, I still run pistolwhipvideo.com.

I was honored to work a little on the FRiva Convention with Diotima, Bob J, and other awesome FReepers. IMHO, FR (& friends) is an impressive force against liberalism: gathering conservatives, launching activism projects, creating educational conferences…

Thanks Free Republic for providing such amazing refuge for patriots everywhere. ~~Libertina

And, thank-you Libertina, for being such an enthusiastic and active member of Free Republic! ~dansangel~

Libertina
One of FR's Finest!

THIS WEEK'S THREADS

09-03-02 Diver Dave
09-04-02 Alamo Girl

[Billie]

Well, looks like there is plenty of grilled salmon for lunch! LOL! Who else is hungry?!

[Billie]

Awww, what a nice post...I think. Or isn't it? I don't know. I'm so confused. :-)

Well, if you can't tell.....
It's a nice post of course! Or it would be if I meant it. :)

[dansangel]

"Glocktoberfest" - I Love it! Hoping you are having a wonderful day!

Am considering a Glock 26 for carry purposes. I love my Beretta custom carry, but it is really heavy! The manager at the shooting range that .45MAN and I go to suggested it. Next time we go, I'm going to rent a Glock with the same trigger action to see if I like it.

Enjoy your Thursday!

[JulieRNR21]

Congratulations!

Libertina....FR's Finest!

[sauropod]

Congrats on a GRRREAT FReeper (even if she doesn't agree with me. I'm STILL Always Right, if a little bit daft)!!!

His Royal Podness

[dansangel]

I keep telling you that no thanks are necessary! This is what I love to do!

Now, if only my other prospective subjects would be as "johnny-on-the-spot" as Libertina!

[HINT HINT!]

LOL!

[Pippin]

Hi! Thanks for the oriole birds!

[Pippin]

Enjoy!!

[dansangel]

Hi Julie! Love your graphic! With 9-11 looming large on the horizon, I can't get enough of it!

Wait'll my co-workers see me next Wednesday.....and they think I'm SO reserved. They're in for a surprise!

Have a great day!

[JulieRNR21]

Wait'll my co-workers see me next Wednesday.....and they think I'm SO reserved. They're in for a surprise!

YES....We must all wear the red, white & blue....I have a special Sept. 11 tee shirt....to show our support & determination!

The advance of human freedom -- the great achievement of our time, and the great hope of every time -- now depends on us. Our nation -- this generation -- will lift a dark threat of violence from our people and our future. We will rally the world to this cause by our efforts, by our courage. We will not tire, we will not falter, and we will not fail...... President George W. Bush 2001

[Libertina]

Thanks Julie; You have the most amazing home page! How do you do that? And your adorable little angel at the top - I could just squeeze her!

[.30Carbine]

Dear Libertina,
I have bookmarked your article for later reading. Can't wait, really, but I've got a hair appointment in 15 minutes!

You are a very thankful, intelligent, giving person. I appreciate you, and I am very glad to get to know you better here on FR's Finest today! Keep up the good work, my Second Amendment Sister!

[The Thin Man]

With 4 lovely ladies in my life, it happens to me all the time. :^)

LOL! Maybe that's why you spend so much time underwater. :-)

[Libertina]

I appreciate your kind words .30Carbine, and hope you enjoy the article. Now just don't let them turn your hair green!

[Mama_Bear]

A beautiful tribute to a very deserving FReeper. Thank you, dansangel for being our "guest writer" today.

I won't be able to be around much today, but I wanted to say hello to everyone, welcome lodwick back, and wish a good day to our featured FReeper.

Enjoy your day in spotlight, Libertina!

BTW, Billie, were you asking if PhotoShop had the drop shadow feature? I wasn't sure if it did or not, so I went looking, sure enough, it does. What fun playing in PhotoShop! That's why I am so late getting here today, just couldn't quit playing with the graphics. LOL!

Good day to everyone!

[Pippin]

I am! =^)

[Mama_Bear]

Hi Pippin, I can't leave without saying hello to you. Have a wonderful day. :-)

[The Thin Man]

Well, if you can't tell.....
It's a nice post of course! Or it would be if I meant it. :)

That's what I thought. I just wasn't sure. 

[Pippin]

Hi! sauropod!

you still in Maryland?

[Pippin]

HELLOW, MB!