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Goodbye

As long as i can remember i have wanted nothing more than to be a firefighter/paramedic. Last year that dream came true. I have witnessed compassion and evil at its worst level. I was born to be a firefighter but as of last week a diagnosis of hypertension and chronic high bloodpressure has left my board of directors no choice but to remove me from duty. I have given 110% to being a firefighter and more than anything i am proud to have worn the uniform. You stand out in a crowd you are the…

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Added by bernie dennington on November 22, 2007 at 8:35pm — 9 Comments

Sleep In

On november 21 jrs had a sleep in it was fun our group dominated in the Drills.

Added by Dylan Kolk on November 22, 2007 at 7:59pm — 1 Comment

Who NEEDS Training?

I was working with a consultant recently who listed "training requirements" as one of the deterrents to why people join or stay in the volunteer fire service. I told her that those words jumped right off the page at me and for the first time, I was offended by them.

We have to change our complete attitude towards training. It requires a 180 degree cultural shift from the way we approach training. They're not training requirements - they're training NEEDS!

Training is what we…

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Added by Tiger Schmittendorf on November 22, 2007 at 6:54pm — 14 Comments

I'm getting married

Just to let all my friend know that I am getting married to Julie. We have set a date of October 08' I'm looking foward to it

Added by Joe C on November 22, 2007 at 3:46pm — 1 Comment

Happy Thanksgiving Folks

Just a quickie post to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday!!

Happy Thanksgiving

Added by Heather Langston on November 22, 2007 at 12:15pm — No Comments

12 days of christmas EMS style

The Twelve Days of… Continue

Added by Laurie on November 22, 2007 at 12:18am — 5 Comments

I Wish

I wish you understood the things that I have to deal with every time I respond.

I wish you never understand the things that I have to deal with when I respond to an emergency.

I wish you had to see the things I have to see.

I wish you never had to see the things I have seen.

I wish you knew the feeling I get when there is nothing I can do but to watch someone perish.

I wish you never know the feeling I get when there is nothing I can do but…

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Added by Donnie Bathje on November 21, 2007 at 10:30pm — 3 Comments

This is awesome!!!!!!!!!

I have just really begun being a volunteer firefighter and love it. I just recently completed my first responder class. Got to go on my first call and feel that this was the right choice for me. For every training I have gone to I learn that there is still so much more to learn. I love it. I like being able to help others and feel that this is the best way for me to do that. I…

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Added by Breeanna on November 21, 2007 at 9:46pm — 3 Comments

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Added by Kyle McNeil on November 21, 2007 at 8:34pm — No Comments

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Added by Kyle McNeil on November 21, 2007 at 8:31pm — No Comments

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! I AM THANKFUL FOR...

As Will Rogers said, "There are no strangers, only friends we haven't met yet!" (or something pretty close to that!) I am thankful for the presence of God in my life (otherwise Murphy's Law would have free reign!), I am thankful for my family and FRIENDS. I am thankful for all of the wonderful servants of humanity who give of their time and energy, their expertise, and sometimes even their lives to help others in need. Thank you all of my brothers and sisters in public service, fire, EMS, law… Continue

Added by Wendy Neumeyer on November 21, 2007 at 8:09pm — 3 Comments

Struggling with the death of someone close to you?

"Gettin There"

"How a Man Finds His way on the Trail of Life"

By: Steve Farrar; Published by: Multnomah 2001

Chapter 3: A Nice Piece of Work; Sub Chapter: Trail's End

It was hot in Texas last Monday. Spring was over, and the mercury was climbing its way to ninety-five degrees. I was waiting outside a repair shop while the mechanic serviced my car's air conditioner.

I decided to give Mary a quick call. As soon as she answered the phone I knew something was…

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Added by CaptBillyGrits on November 21, 2007 at 7:42pm — No Comments

shook

i wanna know whats the first call you responded to that shook you the most?

Added by Mason on November 21, 2007 at 3:39pm — 6 Comments

response to last Blog

Just wanted to say thank yo to everyone for all the advice that was given. Things have gotten so much better for me. It just takes time thats all. Anyway, I am very grateful to have such wonderful people to talk to!

Added by Theresa on November 21, 2007 at 9:31am — No Comments

EMT-B

Well I am done with class, took the finals test yesterday and got the results back already I have PASSED so now I await the registry to e-mail me with the test dates, and take their test to get registered.

Added by John on November 21, 2007 at 8:53am — No Comments

to all fighters

hey just want to say hi . keep up the good work n stay safe , cant beleve this weather thanksgiveing here an its going to 65 out . dang im going fishing . hope every one has a greattttttttt thanksgiveing , i wonder how many calls we'l have for burnt turkeys lol . every one enjoy ur turkey .

Added by mike on November 21, 2007 at 1:41am — No Comments

my first few months.

i have been a firefighter for almost 6 months now and loveing every call i get to respond to. im still learning everytime i put on my turn out gear. im also in the process of trainning for driver and pump operater. im looking forward to that. and also looking forward to my classes for car rescue. and hopefully will be going through first responder classes soon. im only a mod one firefighter but i hope to be able to get my full npq 1 done soon. i am also looking forward to that. i havent… Continue

Added by James W, Hammond JR on November 21, 2007 at 1:16am — No Comments

happy thanksgiving!

As a child, every thanksgiving we would go around the table and tell one thing that we were thankful for..i can remember thinking how am i gonna pick just one thing..then my turn would come to speak..and i would always be on the brink of tears..struggling with the words..even as an adult i find it difficult to pick one thing..of course..i would always say family..but i always wanted to say more..there is so much more..this thanksgiving when it's my turn at the table.i am gonna say...to me… Continue

Added by kimberly on November 20, 2007 at 7:24pm — No Comments

Stuck

Well last night (nov.19) as i was responding to a stabbing in squad we where paged out for a vehicle fire at the same time, but i was already in the hills. got to the stabbing and the woman refused treatment. So filled out a run report and headed toward the vehicle fire. got there it was back in the mud pits. some guys drove the hell out of their truck got stuck and burnt it up. Ok so no biggie we have a lifted chevy just made for this. So getting back in there we got stuck, (somone forgot to… Continue

Added by Jonathan on November 20, 2007 at 3:06pm — 1 Comment