Appreciation thread for BOSSHOG

[yardwork]

Thank you, BOSSHOG.

I don't know much about you, except that you live in Mississippi, you're a veteran, you probably ride a motorcycle, and I look forward to your posts every single day. Thank you!

[bryant69]

1. i'll second that. n/t

[SpiralHawk]

7. Giggadittoes

BossHog is totally boss!

[Bluebear]

2. Oh yeah!

[myrna minx]

3. I always look forward to BOSSHOG's posts.

:toast:

[atreides1]

4. Thanks Chief

I find myself looking for posts from BOSSHOG everyday, thanks Chief.

[slackmaster]

5. Me three or four

I don't agree with BOSSHOG on everything, but I appreciate his wit and writing style.

:toast:

[Virginia Dare]

6. Love the BOSS!!!

the epitome of an officer and a gentleman! :yourock: :patriot:

[Geoff R. Casavant]

14. Uh oh -- I think you accidentally made a BIG boo-boo.

BOSS is a Chief, and no Chief worth his salt would be caught dead being called an "officer." It's almost as bad as calling him "sir." :-)

Still, he's classy enough to pretend not to notice, and I gotta echo the sentiments of everyone here that his posts are usually something to look forward to.

[Virginia Dare]

22. Well, I'll say he's the epitome of a chief and a gentleman then!

don't want to insult the BOSS! :hi:

[BOSSHOG]

49. Not at all My Dear

I have never been insulted on DU. Some of my young charges may have disagreed with you in the past.

[Crazy Dave]

8. We salute you!

:patriot:

[babylonsister]

9. I second that!

And OT, BOSS, did you know there's a new Burke novel out that has something to do with Katrina? Sounds good, as they all are.

Anyway, :yourock: :yourock:

[BOSSHOG]

48. I got it on the bookshelf aging

Burke's books are too good to woof down, I have to let it breathe awhile. I heard him read part of it on NPR earlire this week. I emailed him telling him I hope he is working on the next one. Thanks for the reminder.

[underpants]

10. Eh

I guess being from Arkansas gives him both a handicap AND a trump card

:bounce:

Just kidding of course.

[Marnieworld]

11. You Betcha!

I dig Bosshog highly! :patriot:

[indepat]

41. Keep telling it like it is BOSSHOG

:patriot:

[Dhalgren]

12. I'll jump in and salute the Boss!

Thanks Boss for all you've done and for everything you stand for. (God, I think we are making that big old Mississippi boy blush!) :evilgrin:

[Kingshakabobo]

13. Wha' happen? Anything in particular.

P.S. The Boss is a good man in my book.

[yardwork]

21. I've been meaning to do this for a long time.

I've noticed that BOSSHOG always stands up for human kindness and equality. BOSSHOG's posts are what the U.S. Constitution is all about.

[GreenPartyVoter]

15. Signing on *thumbs up and a hug for the boss*

[Dora]

16. And I love your posts in C&B.

:)

[DinahMoeHum]

17. This here Parrothead salutes the Chief!

:patriot::patriot::patriot:

[BOSSHOG]

50. Hi Sweetheart

Going to the Satchmo fest in the quarter tomorrow. Big tribute to Louis Armstrong, lots of live music and lots of great chow and lots of ice cold beer at the Tropical Isle.

[myrna minx]

57. Ooooo, I'm so jealous.

I now have St. James Infirmary in my head. Have a oyster po-boy for me. :hi:

[Mist]

18. Here's to BOSSHOG, and his world-class detection meter for BS. nt

[npincus]

19. BOSSHOG rocks.

[malaise]

24. Ditto n/t

[Celeborn Skywalker]

20. Absolutely.

i don't know him, but I always enjoy his posts.

[Mabus]

23. That old coot!

Sure. I'd do it for him.

[rhiannon55]

25. Yay for BOSSHOG!

You rock!

[4_TN_TITANS]

26. Ya don't know me, Boss

but I enjoy your posts!

[Skittles]

75. IT'S CAPS, 4_TN_TITANS

it's BOSSHOG - the caps are very important because when you really know BOSSHOG you know that lower caps just DO NOT FIT!!!! :hi:

[sarge43]

27. The BOSS gets my hand salute. A classic noncom

I'd liked to have served with him.

:patriot::applause:

Oh yeah and a salute to his good lady - another vet who obviously takes good care of her man.

[yardwork]

28. kicking for the lunch crowd

:-)

[lazer47]

29. And on top of all that, he is an University of Arkansas Alumnus

and a die hard Razorback Supporter,,,, Go Hogs

[The Magistrate]

30. It Is Always A Pleasure To Come Upon That Gentleman's Comments Here, Ma'am

[Bake]

31. Kick for the BOSS!

:toast:

Bake

[ChiciB1]

32. I'm Really Sorry For Having To Ask This, But What Happened?

I have been away for about 10 days and just started back yesterday... so I missed something I'm sure.

I have seen posts by him, but don't know what this is about. Sorry again, I feel stupid!

[yardwork]

45. Nothing happened. I just decided to put my feelings into writing.

Been meaning to say how much I appreciate BOSSHOG's posts for a long time now. Figured others feel the same way. Did it.

[ChiciB1]

64. Okay... Thanks... Good On You! n/t

[Cha]

69. You figured

correctly!

[verse18]

33. Definitely one of my favorite DUers!!

[annabanana]

34. Oh HELL yeah! (Big BOSSHOG fan here). . . n/t

[Parche]

35. Hey Boss

:hi: :yourock:

[pwb]

36. I enjoy his opinion.

I appreciate his advice and the life experiences he shares.

[raccoon]

37. I second that emotion. nt

[Stinky The Clown]

38. There are good guys and gooder guys

The Good Chief Hog is among the goodest of goodest guys.

[Totally Committed]

39. I love BOSSHOG!

I look forward to each and every one of his posts.

TC

[BlueIris]

40. I love BOSSHOG!

Sorry I freaked you out about that one thing that one time, though--that was my very bad.

[PurityOfEssence]

42. It's just fun to know he's out there, isn't it?

We're endlessly battered by the media that giving a damn about your fellow human is somehow wrong and that religion deserves the right to do as it pleases. It's comforting to know that a very healthy, normal sort lives deep in the heart of the redlands. There are others on this board, too, and they bring us all more joy and reassurance than they know.

It's easy being a lefty in some blue coastal city; it's risky where they are.

[JeffR]

43. K & R! BOSSHOG rools!

:kick:

[BOSSHOG]

44. Awright you Scalawags, breaks over, back to work

I know somewhere in DU rules it states that you should not post anything that may cause another DUer to tear up, so you all are busted.

Love ya'll each and every day and thanks for having me. I feel right at home right here.

[yardwork]

46. Awwwwww.....

:pals:

[sarge43]

47. Aye, aye, Chief!

(old coot):*

[Madspirit]

51. k&r on this....n/t

[CottonBear]

52. I love BOSSHOG!

You're just great! I always love your posts. Your patriotism, your great sense of humor and your unique and "tell it like it is" attitude are part of what makes you one of my favorite DUers!

Your love for the Navy, the Constitution, gardening, pink flamingos and yummy Gulf Coast food is well known here at DU!

I have to say that Mrs. BOSSHOG is one very lucky woman. :)

I hope to met you in person one day, preferably in the French Quarter while drinking a cold beer and enjoying an oyster po' boy! :)

:hi: :hug: :hi: :hug: :hi: :hug: :hi: :hug: :hi: :hug: :hi: :hug: :hi:

[BOSSHOG]

55. You guys are killing me

Love you too My Dear and there is no doubt on the planet that I got the better deal then the Mrs.

I have to share a site with you:

http://www.felderrushing.net/wierd.htm

Felder Rushing is our gardening guru in the state. Just a whacked out ole hippie who knows how to grow stuff, has a cute dog, a radio show and newspaper column. Scroll all the way to the bottom pic and check out his shirt. Notice the flamingos in the background. He's got a ton of em.

Have a great and safe weekend my dear.

[CottonBear]

56. Oh! Thanks for the great gardening site link! I LOVE pink flamingos!

Y'all have a great weekend too! :hi:

Wow! Felder got to meet Don Featherstone! I want some genuine Featherstone flamingos!

[WritersBlock]

53. Da BOSS is da BEST!!

My highest respect & ditto what the OP said!

[roguevalley]

54. thank you, bosshog, for all your posts.

[billyoc]

58. Kick for the BOSS

Billy O'Connor
BM3 U.S.S. Richard L. Page FFG-5 '79-83

[BOSSHOG]

59. Thank You Shipmate

We couldn't have completed a mission without our BOSN Mates. Fair winds to you and thanks for serving your country.

[wicket]

60. He's one of my favorite DUers!!!!

:D

[Octafish]

61. Thank you, Chief!

The United States Navy has helped keep us free...



...through the service and sacrifices of free men and women.

From another day:

JFK would never have deserted his Sailors either

In fact he jumped in the ocean and dragged one to shore after their PT boat was destroyed even though LT Kennedy was suffering severe injuries himself. Such comparisons make for a very happy Friday. Please, anyone from free republic like to share with us comparisons of JFK and your lil dubya.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=104&topic_id=5501005&mesg_id=5501073

Thanks for everything, Sir (and I mean that with all respect).

[sarge43]

67. Speaking of JFK, as usual he summed it.

"Any man who may be in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile ... can respond with a great of pride and satisfaction, 'I served in the US Navy'."

Remember when we had presidents who could speak with poise and grace? (sigh)

[BOSSHOG]

80. Hey Sarge, the Navy PC'd that quote every so slightly but it still works

We have a great T-shirt with Almighty Sailor on the front and that quote on the back with a picture of the President's PT Boat. The quote begins with Any "Person" instead of any Man, but I like the change.

Yeah, it does seem the best communicators are democrats. But, don't forget the best liars and criminals are republicans. It must run in the party.

[sarge43]

82. I'm of two minds about that PC

Hell yes, recognition of service women is long overdue. (I'll refrain from my nosebleed rant about "Our boys in uniform"), but

that isn't what the Sailor said and adjusting facts to fit current sensibilities is a slippery slope.

Do you happen to know when and where JFK paid that tribute?

[BOSSHOG]

87. It would be my pleasure to provide that into

1 August 1963, Annapolis Maryland, during an address to Midshipmen about 110 days before he was gunned down.

I have the quote framed in gold and hanging on my wall and it says "Any Man." I agree with the slippery slope, thankfully nothing else was changed. Having that quote on the back of a tshirt sure does generate interest and conversation.

[sarge43]

88. I can imagine the middies came two feet off their chairs

after he said that. It's a great quote.

Thanks for the where and when.

[BeHereNow]

62. I'll second that emotion- BOSSHOG rocks.

BHN

[JuniperLea]

63. Me too!

The Boss is... well, boss!

[tom_paine]

65. To the classic Chief, Patriot, and so goddamned American he would've

fit right in with the boys at Valley Forge!

:patriot: :beer:

You rock, Chief. Keep kicking ass.

tom_paine "airedale"
320th BMW, 15th AF
1983-87

[arewenotdemo]

66. I've always enjoyed the BOSSHOG's posts...they kick ass.

I'm not a veteran, but I'm glad he is.

:dem:

[Cha]

68. That's sweet..I agree.

I like it a lot that he's here. Monsieur Chief Bosshog!~ :patriot: :toast:

[Stephanie]

70. From my bookmarks - my favorite BOSSHOG thread --->>>

It was awesome to see all these DU vets stand up and testify.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=104&topic_id=1081070

BOSSHOG
Tue Feb-03-04 12:12 PM

A Question for my Fellow Veterans

Are there any questions about your attendance record? Are your muster records filled with obfuscation and confusion? Would a Sergeant or a Chief play havoc with your life if you were "in absentia?" How long would it take you to prove that you served honorably? Could you whup out a DD-214 faster than zell miller could lie about being a democrat? - okay, thats a tossup!

My fellow liberals, poke a conservative in the eye with the above scenario. george bush wasn't there. Call it desertion, call it AWOL, all it UA, just CALL IT!!! Call it loud and call it every day until the election. The last thing the white house wants is for you and me to tell the truth about george bush.

CLINTON DID NOT SERVE - BUSH SERVED DISHONORABLY.

[Lochloosa]

71. I will not K/R this thread

BOSSHOG knows that we all love him.

[SeattleGirl]

72. BOSSHOG is great!

I love reading his posts; he adds a lot to the DU family! :toast:

[mitchtv]

73. And he's Gay friendly too!

He gets it , and my commendations

[Skittles]

74. oh I LOVES ME SOME BOSSHOG

yes INDEED

[tabasco]

76. He has a great way of exposing republican hypocrisy. n/t

[nam78_two]

77. K&R for BOSSHOG

He reminds me of my dad in many ways-also an ex-military man :bounce:!

[Canuckistanian]

78. Cheers, BOSSHOG

I raise a hypothetical glass of grog in your honor.

:toast:

[NMDemDist2]

79. yup n/t

[madokie]

81. Yes thank you BOSSHOG

We need many more like you

[Maddy McCall]

83. Oh hell yeah! I love BOSSHOG!

I hope I get to drink a beer with him and Mrs. HOG one day.

:hi:

[Paladin]

84. Keep It Going, BOSSHOG

Particularly your ongoing skimishes with our resident gun loons......

[Moses2SandyKoufax]

85. Yes, one of my favorites!

:thumbsup:

[Lisa]

86. and another kick!

Wishing you a great weekend, BOSSHOG!