"A Fire Fighter's Life"

A Fire Fighter's life is one big surprise,

Usually they laugh, but sometimes they cry.

There's always stress, toil and strife,

Hoping their good enough, to save just one life.

Their families understand when they miss dinner.

If they run out of church, don't think their sinners.

Answering a call, is top on their List,

Regretting each one they've ever missed.

They try and try, but can't make us see,

The happiest people still work for free.

Jumping from bed, fighting the cold,

Knowing what to do, without being told.

They rush to the station, jump on a truck,

Depending on skill, never on luck.

Putting their lives on the line, for an unknown friend,

Hoping and praying, it won't be the end.

"The Bravest of us all", the title is fitting,

They all do their best, never come close to quitting,

Next time you see them, all their lights blinking,

Take just one minute, to think what their thinking.

It's a hard job, so show them you care,

And help them all out, with a little prayer

By A Unknown Author