Megan

39, Female

Waconia, MN

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function
Firefighter
Years in Fire/EMS:
2
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Waconia Fire
Years With Department/Agency
2
My Training:
NREMT-Paramedic, FFI and FFII, Hazmat Ops
Day Job:
Paramedic
Relationship Status:
Other
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
I became a paramedic because I have always had an interest in the medical field, and getting to be the first on scene to treat patients is a really exciting and fast paced way to practice medicine and get to make decisions and think on your feet. I got into firefighting for the excitement, adrenaline, and was hoping to be a part of the brotherhood, tradition, dedication, passion, service. The more time that I spend in it, the more that I respect the people that have dedicated their lives to it, not just the major sacrifices such as losing lives, but also, the everyday sacrifices such as leaving your family to go to that call, being called away in the middle of important moments, having longevity and remembering why they do this, day in and day out for 25+ years. These are the reasons that firefighters are held in a higher esteem in my eyes. I believe that when the cockiness and bravado of youth wear off and those few that are left displaying wisdom, genuiness, and have escaped cynicism, then the true "heroes" are shown.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
No day is alike!

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  • Josh

    Greetings from Milaca!
    How are things down by my old stomping grounds?

    Nov 19, 2008

  • Shaun Hansen

    Thought I would drop by and say hello from SE Minnesota area. Enjoy seeing others from the state. You doing the Rochester Fire/Rescue/EMS school this weekend.

    Apr 1, 2009

  • Dennis Brown

    Hey Meg how are things up your way good i hope like the new pick

    Apr 3, 2009