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Know-it-all Rookies, What's up with that?

Started this discussion. Last reply by T.J. Sep 10, 2008. 35 Replies

 

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Type of Organization
Combination Fire Rescue Department
Job Function
Driver / Engineer
Years in Fire/EMS:
17
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue
Years With Department/Agency
15
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue
Lake Mary Fire Department
My Training:
FF/EMT to FF/Paramedic to FireMedic 1 to FireMedic 3/Rescue Lieutenant to Driver/Engineer/Paramedic(current)
About Me:
Worked as a nurse for many years attended fire academy and EMT school progressed to many fire science classes and Paramedic school. Did not take the easy route and "challenge" the state Paramedic exam I actually went to Paramedic school.
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
Wanted to leave the confines of hospital life and actually make a decision on my own.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
The situations and people I encounter that includes my crew members every shift is an adventure
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Suppression training and LODD's

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Me and my broken finger day 5

Posted on June 19, 2008 at 9:06pm 0 Comments

Well hello all. Me and my broken finger went and competed in the Police and Firefighter games today. My luck was it is on my left hand and I am right handed. Me and my doubles parter took Silver. We go back tomorrow morning and bowl singles. I was on pain medicine the whole time so I think that is why we took a silver medal 'cause if I was not taking them I would have torn it up baby. ;0).

Stay safe people

Mmmmm Cheezz-its

Posted on June 17, 2008 at 5:41pm 0 Comments

O.K. I guess I better watch it or I will gain 5000 pounds. I am just sitting around (in pain might i add) nursing this stupid broken finger, eatting Cheez-it's drinking Coke and watching T.V. Sounds great I know but probally in the long run not such a good thing.

Loss

Posted on June 16, 2008 at 11:08pm 3 Comments

Hello all,

It was a horrific week. I lost a wonderful friend to a senseless crime. He was a tremendous man, father and fire Captain. I feel sad and lost. While dealing with this i break a finger so i am out on short term disability for 6 weeks. Geez. Life can be so cruel and totally unpredictable and can leave you out there swinging in the wind.

Hohum

Posted on May 30, 2008 at 11:44am 1 Comment

Ok, thought about how unhappy i am in my current situation at my station so I put in for a transfer. My Chief wanted to know what happened to make me want to leave that station so i told him and he was very unhappy that i am being treated the way i am. I am not a crybaby nor do i enjoy tension. I absolutely hate conflict and will not tolerated being disrespected by anyone so long story short i hope to be transfered soon.
Hope everyone out there is having a less dramatic day.

Rough shift

Posted on May 27, 2008 at 3:11pm 2 Comments

Hello all,

I am not sure if you saw my new topic i posted but yesterday was exactly what I was talking about in the posting. Smart assed, know it all rookies. I wanted to punch this guy in the mouth. Absolutely no respect unless you are on of his drinking buddies. I have no respect for this guy because he is like a remora on his training officers ass at all times, on and off the job. Very in your face and loud. It makes for a very uncomfortable and tense shift. Well for me at least he… Continue

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At 9:36pm on November 14, 2008, Colin said…
Hey! I was looking around trying to find people in either Tampa Fire or Hillsborough and came across your page. I'm originally from Brandon but now have family in Tampa. I'm an active duty military firefighter headed back to good 'ol Tampa to hopefully get a job there. What would I be required to do? Any help you can give me would be awesome! Thanks for your time....Take care!
At 11:03pm on July 3, 2008, Firechick_NC said…
Hey, hope you are having a good summer so far!. Happy 4th of July!
At 5:44pm on May 30, 2008, Chan Rivera said…
welcome from ny
At 2:06pm on May 18, 2008, Mark Akins said…
Hotlantais gettin hot! How bout the FL? Stay saf down there!!!!!
At 7:17pm on May 6, 2008, Randy said…
Thanks for the ad!! Have a great rest of the week!
Be Safe!
At 12:36am on May 2, 2008, J Mac said…
Hey Firegirl,

I was reading through “What is your preferred nozzle” when I found your page. I have to ask you….. Where did you find the Dennis Leary Coffee clip? That is awesome!

Take care,

J Mac
At 11:17pm on May 1, 2008, Eric said…
Hey firegirl, seen u on my ffn thingy lol and figured I would stop by and say hi, hope u and ur other brother ff's are stayin safe out there, be safe and ttyl.
At 11:43pm on March 26, 2008, David Ebel said…
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At 3:57pm on March 24, 2008, Firechick_NC said…
I had a great weekend and hope you did too. Have a great week!!
At 8:28pm on March 22, 2008, firegirl1 said…
Pascha = Easter
Kalo Pascha = Happy Easter
Tessarakosti or Sarakosti = Easter Lent
Nistia = Fasting
Megali Evdomada = Holy Week
Megali Pempti = Holy Thursday
Megali Paraskevi = Good Friday
Megalo Savato = Holy Saturday
Anastasi = Resurrection
Epitaphios = Epitaph, Bier
Agio Fos = Holy Light
Papas = Priest
Ekklisia = Church
Keri = Candle
Arni = Lamb
thalassina = seafood
htapodi = octopous
kalamarakia = calamares, squids
taramosalata = egg-fish salad. It looks like a pink paste.
ntolmadakia = vine leaves stuffed with rice
pantzaria = beetroots
fasolia = beans
salata = salad
Hronia Polla = It is common to wish this to all your friends for a few days after Resurrection
I guess you can tell by now I am Greek Orthodox. This is the highest holiday in the church. The food is fantastic. Just wanted to share the love and some Greek culture with you all.
-Christos Anasti

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