September 11, 2001 was, and I am stealing a quote from Franklin Roosevelt “A day that will live in infamy”. Thirteen years later we take time to remember what happened, the sacrifice that was made, …
Triggered Memories
A couple of weeks ago one of our members posted a picture. An amazing picture of her young son standing out by the road, saluting the procession for Firefighter Jordan Dingess. It hit me. Hit me …
Dealing with tragedy within the fire community
I follow the links, I read the articles, and I acknowledge the news when tragedy strikes. I want to know if anyone survived, I want to know how many died, I want to know if they survived for a bit and …
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Honoring a Hero: Part 4
If you haven't read the other posts in the Beth's Honoring a Hero series or need to catch up, please go to Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3. Not only am I wordy... but I am a big talker. Sometimes to my …
Honoring a Hero: Part 3
If you have not read the first two installments of Honoring a Hero please read Part 1 and Part 2 of Beth's story first. If you know me, then you know that I am very verbose and words rarely fail …
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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