While I wish life could just be about barfing rainbows and farting glitter, its not. I'm going to tackle a tough topic today, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is the …
Watch the 2013 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend Live
It can be tough to watch and definitely a reminder to hug your loved one's every chance you get. I'm posting the live feed so you can watch the beautiful ceremonies this weekend. Candlelight …
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Childcare Challenges
24/48, 48/72, 96s, recall, Kelly days, fire season and mandatory OT, are all terms familiar to a firefighter's wife. In addition to balancing work, kids, marriage and other obligations, as most …
Meet the Firewife
Hey, Y'all. I'm Amber, the newest intern at wifebehindthefire.com and I'm so excited to be here! I'm blogging to you from the deep south, where we like our tea sweet, our chicken fried, and our …
S’mores Martini
Ok, better late than never. I was trying to get a recipe posted so more people had time to buy ingredients. We're going to have a virtual drink tomorrow, Saturday, while we chat in the group. I …
Honoring a Hero: Part 1
I'm mostly new to the fire life, but kinda not. Are you confused? Okay, bear with me and let me explain.... My grandfather, Gus, joined the Milwaukee Fire Department in 1948, fresh out of the army. …