To laugh often and much

To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children.

To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends.

To appreciate beauty.

To find the best in others.

To leave the world a little better, whether by a healthy…

It's with deep regret that i anounce the passing of a great brother, friend and long time fireman Donald G. Paterson of Kimball Twp. Michigan, Don passed away shortly after returning home from a call.

Don was a 35 year vetrain of the Kimball Twp. Fire Department and was involved with American Redcross and a loving husband, father, and friend Don passed away Tuesday January 1 2008 and was laid to rest January 5 2008 in Kimball…

This is a short one...the linked story is the real story; keep your wits about you while on the road, because while you might be able to account for YOUR actions while driving, you can't account for the other drivers' actions, particularly when alcohol is involved.

The 1st Asst. Chief of Wilton Fire Department (Upstate NY) was involved in a head-on collision with a drunk driver while pulling out of his station. He'll recover, but we all know that this outcome is sadly not often the…

About a week ago, I performed my first auto extrication. Last Friday night, we were called to an intersection where someone had pulled out in front of a sheriff deputy. Both drivers were injured, but the deputy was able to get out without having to be extricated. The person in the other vehicle, wasn't so lucky.

Our rescue truck came with a crew of three. We got the assignment of extrication. When we got on the scene, the driver raised the stadium lights, while the person in the…

Been busy with my documentary and working through the holidays in retail (so much fun!). Anyway, I just added a new slideshow to my page. Please take a moment to view it and let me know what you think!

Be well & stay safe out there, everyone.

Best,

Erin

Blog time again and I really have nothing to write about, it’s been a slow week at the house, oh one update on the truck from earlier,(you know the xmas week from hell). I narrowed down the issue and I had to go and buy a new computer for it, wow that hurt the wallet $245.00. With everything I’ve done in the last two weeks I think I spent mor that the truck is worth, but I love that truck so I guess it’s worth it I’ve…

We have good news for our dept. We just received word that we are approved for 12 new sets of turnout gear for our dept. I know I am happy as the gear I have been in is from 1991 and showing it's age.

We have also sent out to a local company a request for grant money for some new pagers and radios. I have one of the oldest pagers, a Motorola Keynote. I can't complain too much as it still works better the the Minitors that we have.

On February 8th we are having a spaghetti…

Next to Fire Fighting, and Saving Lifes, this is one of the most amazing writings i've found. I'm sure most, if not all have read this, but if you have not, you NEED to!

Enjoy, and Everyone stay safe out there!!

*~Rachael~*

The Littlest FireFighter

-Author Unkown-

The 26-year-old mother stared down at her son who was dying of terminal leukemia. Although her heart was filled with sadness, she also…