I realize Murphy's law is technically an Irish thing. Many didn't grow up knowing about him and his law. I did and I'm sure that helps me get through dumb stuff. But, if you are in the fire …
9/11 Memories
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, …
Free Firelife Support Community
Wife behind the fire has more than one way to connect with others in the firelife. Both of them are different for very good reasons. WBF's private community The community here on the site is open to …
Be an Expert Firewife
I'm an expert firewife. It's true. I've been married for 20 years. Dictionary.com definies expert as possessing special skill or knowledge; trained by practice; skillful or skilled. I've been …
Firewives Guide to PTSD – How to survive your spouse’s PTSD
In light of the recent tragedy in Boston and the many LODDs this year, I feel compelled to finally complete the Firewives Guide to PTSD, in hopes that it reaches someone who might need it. I remember …
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Scenes From a Firefighter
Today I have an anonymous guest post that a reader needed to share. Please be aware that it is a difficult read. My firefighter had a call the other night and he called from the scene. And it took my …