I come from a family of firemen. My father and my uncle were founding members of the local fire department- my uncle served as chief for 40 years. I used to take the boys by a lot when they were little and let them play on the trucks. Now, they are both firemen. This picture was taken at Chris' 17th birthday party a couple of years ago. Now my daughter is going to visit and playing on the trucks. But, we are safe because of dedicated volunteers who give up time with their families to hang out at the department. They actually have some paid full time staff now, but still could not protect this area without the volunteer force. Last year, the department ran over 1200 calls, including fires, wrecks, medical calls, and drownings. I'm sure glad they are here to keep me safe.
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Picture Perfect- Safe
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Very good, Dish! You an Abby hit the nail on the head!
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Great take for this week because with out them we would not feel safe. Thanks for the visit to mine.
ReplyDeleteLove those Firemen!!
ReplyDeleteI think I have some red suspenders....does that count?
ReplyDeleteFiremen are awesome! The certainly make me feel safer...
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Good shot Janeen!! I cone from a family of firemen too. I still don't have a picture chosen. Working on it. xo
ReplyDeletelmao....I don't think they wear red suspenders.
ReplyDeleteI know a fireman named dave here, I will go ask him.....lol
I think our firemen have yellow suspenders.......
ReplyDeleteDish, I love this and you're so right! Love the photo, by the way. I love the look!
ReplyDeleteI don't think a lot of people really appreciate that a fireman lays his life on the line everytime he goes to fight a fire. Firefighters are heroes in my book.
ReplyDeleteGreat pic and take on the theme......I have a very high regard for firemen and women and all they do to keep us safe. I can't even imagine the emotional impact it takes on them with all they see in their line of work. Much appreciation! Joy and Peace...
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Firemen rock! Great idea for the theme :)
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Really cool - You have every reason to be proud.
ReplyDeleteFiremen rank right up there with service men and women in my book! Great photo!
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They do more than make us feel safe, their often real heros. Great post.
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Wonderful post
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that is a wonderful..and a very special tribute..thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat picture and you must be very proud to have such wonderful selfless heros in your life.
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Hei Momma
ReplyDeleteWonderful take!
Keep so well and safe.
My take is in ere.
I went with a similar take on the theme.
ReplyDeleteNicely done.
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god bless them firefighters!..and truely worthy of the word "safe"...xxxxxx.
ReplyDeleteNice take on the theme, knowing that these guys are around truely make one feel safe one way or another,
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Yes, we have a fire station about five minutes away, it's quite reassuring to know those folks are there and can be here real quick. Great take on the theme.
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Great take on the theme.
ReplyDeletePlease feel free to stop by: SAFE
The heroes all across our country....my dad was a volunteer fireman for 30 years.
ReplyDeleteMy Picture Perfect Safe