Rescuefrog

62, Female

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function
Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)
Years in Fire/EMS:
10
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
WA
Years With Department/Agency
3
My Training:
Many certification's will list some later, Just finishing my Paramedic Internship
About Me:
Let's see what can I say here. I am the grandmother of two beautiful little girls and the mother of one stubborn 22 year old. They are my life away from all the other things I do. I joined the dive team 10 + years ago and my life seemed like it was finally getting started. I became an EMT and joined other groups within Search and Rescue. A few years ago I got this wild idea at 42 of becoming a firefighter. I am so glad I did. I love it, it's so rewarding in so many ways. I have always loved helping others and EMS certainly allows you to do that.

So away from the dept and SAR. I love the outdoors, camping, climbing, repelling, skiing,snowshoeing, diving, sports, hiking, my horse, the beach when it was closer, etc as long as I am outside. I raised my granddaughter from 3ms til she was almost 4. She is my best friend and my greatest supporter. When I am not outside I am spending time with my kitty and/or scrapbooking, TV, reading, writing stories- oh yeah studying for NREMT medic exam. Can't wait til thats over!!!
Day Job:
You mean work?
Relationship Status:
Divorced
Facebook or Other Online Profile:
http://rescuefrog.com
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
I joined the fire dept after working 18 1/2 in the corporate world of banking. While n banking I spent the last 5 years as an EMT and when I decided to change careers firefighting just seem like a good place for me. I love helping people and it offers challenges and rewards.

Comment Wall:

  • Tom Eades

    An empty wall is a sad thing; I suppose I'd better write something! I'm inviting all fire/EMS personnel in the State of Washington to become my friends--we're all addicts, and it's important to have a good support group! :)

    Apr 15, 2008

  • FireCat

    Hi Rescuefrog,

    Please feel free to give me any advice you feel that is needed. I read all of the forums, discussions, and comments that are educational and inspirational to learn as much as I can. I have found a group of individuals who use this site as an educational tool for others. I would like to add you to that group. Thanks!

    Please be SAFE!
    Cat

    Apr 30, 2008

  • Trish Girard

    hey thanks for the comment!!! you have a great day :)

    May 10, 2008

  • Mike Simmons

    Thanks for your comments on "Where Do We Find Such Men", & posting it to Firelink. I'm honored you saw fit to do so.
    Please tell your friends they are in my prayers this Memorial day.
    May yours be a good safe one.

    May 26, 2008

  • Mike Simmons

    Hey, thought just hit me... Please post the names of the two friends & the circumstances (if known) of their deaths on my blog. Let's get as many as we can honored.

    May 26, 2008

  • M Clark

    Young Lady, you need to bounce down here to Austell Georgia and give our tactical medic course a try! You'll have boat loads of fun...Err, no pun intended, really. Seriously. No pun.

    May 29, 2008

  • Jim

    Hello Rescuefrog,
    You obviously look for and are willing to accept a challenge! WOW, I salute you ! My best friend goes by frogman and has a super deep base voice. He currently is a Deputy Sheriff here. Did the dive team give you the name? If you like rope rescue take a look at my discussions on that group. Like to hear some west coast responces. I've been to Ames Research Center for DARTS Structural Collapse Program below San Francisco. Only time I've made it to California or west coast.Also sent you a friend request. Careful in the wet stuff. Jim

    Jul 1, 2008

  • Chaplain Gerta Coetzee

    I just love your name! Hahaha, I take my hat off to women like you. You are a wonderful role model to the young women of today. keep up the good work. Chaplain Gerta Coetzee, South Africa

    Jul 1, 2008

  • Dan Curtis

    Thanks for saying hi!

    Jul 1, 2008

  • Bob Kolva

    Saw your pictures, you look familar. Do you ride with AMR? If so, see you next time you are out at Newman Lake.

    Jul 11, 2008

  • Moose

    Frogseye!!!! How are you sis? Good to see you here at the Nation too, feel free to stop by any time and say Hello!
    Stay Safe
    Brother Moose

    Jul 14, 2008

  • Rescuefrog

    Just letting you all know I am leaving this weekend to fight the battle of the WILDLAND FIRES in Calif. I should be gone 2-3 weeks if I can handle it....Stay safe everyone and if I get a chance I will post an update.

    Jul 17, 2008

  • Bob Kolva

    Yes, I was at the ice rescue training with dive team and have been to a leadership class at Medical Lake FD . I'll let Tracy know you said hi. Be careful in California and have fun. Not hot enough for you here?
    Bob

    Jul 18, 2008

  • The God and Goddess

    I hope your not talking to my wife like that even though she is a LEO!!! She only wrote the blog, not commented on it. Its this Kameron person who has been saying that the police officer deserved the beating...once again, my wife only published the blog.

    Jul 25, 2008

  • Bob Kolva

    How was California?

    Sep 1, 2008