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Good one Russ! Thanks
yesterday
October 27
Old Fireguy and Gordy Laskey are now friends
October 27
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Old Fireguy and John Bierling are now friends
October 9
October 9
The young kids to whom I was referring are James O'Keefe, a 25-year-old independent filmmaker, and his collaborator, 20 year old Hanna Giles. They are the ones who made a series of video tapes of ACORN representatives offering advice on falsifying...
September 23
Easy now Chief. This has obviously pushed one of your buttons, but it is just business as usual for the Federal government. I have been involved with Federal agencies for over 30 years (25 years as a Federal contractor, 7 years as an employee of F...
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No excuses Chief, you're right on the money. I'm with you brother!
September 17
Integrity
September 17
Some say the best bikes are built not bought. I think I have to agree. PS I've figured out how to load pics in this forum w/o distortion if anyone wants to know.
September 13
Sandra, I'm proud of you too! We have a lady about your size on our team who has ridden for years. Two things: first, take the class and learn to ride safely (I think the Motorcycle Safety Foundation classes are the best). Secondly, find a bike th...
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Keri, Both Mark and Mike have been the correct answer. I know that when I am stressed and under pressure, my mind is moving so quickly and so full of noise that hearing is difficult. The secret for me is to quiet my soul, take the problem to the L...
September 3

Profile Information

Hometown:
San Gabriel, California
I Live: (City, State)
Sedalia, Colorado
Years in Fire/EMS:
21
Why I Joined the Fire/EMS:
to stay abreast of things
Relationship Status:
Married
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
National Disaster Medical System
Department Type:
Military/Federal Response Agency
Rank/Role There:
EMT - Basic, Hazardous Materials Team Member
Years With This Department/Agency
7
Dept. Web Site:
http://www.nmrtcentral.com
Second Department (if appl.)
West Douglas County
2nd Department Type:
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Rank/Role at Second Department:
Firefighter / EMT-Basic
Years With Second Department/Agency
21
My Training:
Structural Firefighting (FFI), Wildland Firefighting (FFI), EMT-B, Hazmat Technician, WMD, Terrorist Incident Response, formerly Station Captain, Asst. Chief and Chief of Dept.
About Me:
Father of six kids, aspiring Christian, very married, love to fish.
Day Job:
EMT/Owner, Saguaro Family Clinic
Side Jobs or Other Organizations:
Disaster Response Instructor, CPR Instructor
Top Issues Facing Responders:
the legal system, threats we can't imagine.
I Love Being in Fire/EMS Because:
There is nothing like a genuine hug of gratitude.

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At 11:42am on September 18, 2009, russ allen said…
thanks man
At 10:41am on August 21, 2009, Frederick Georges said…
Thank you and happy birthday to you too brother.

Fritz
At 6:26pm on August 11, 2009, Phil Wisecup said…
Old fire guy.thats my father in law. retired ff also.hes 94 and doing good. Phil
At 4:13pm on August 9, 2009, Mark A. Duell said…
Old Fireguy, Welcome to CFA. I hope you look at the discussions, or start a new one. Participation is the key to keeping a group active and alive. I also hope this group meets your needs. Like to get to know ya more, you sound like a guy full of wisdom and knowledge. Stay safe and keep looking up.
At 12:20am on July 29, 2009, Fireyladd Chief Sharp said…
Fireguy, Welcome to the FF Nation. I am glad you dropped in to join the group. Dont be shy. There is lots to do, read and be involved with. Your participation and involvement is important to us all. Takes a bit to kinda figure it all out but you will be glad you did. Have fun and look around.


Chief William Sharp
Southern Oregon Coast
At 1:54pm on July 28, 2009, johannes jacobus Barnard said…
Hi Fireguy my name is Johannes from Jeffreys Bay in South Africa. If you want to trade your beautiful patch with mine you can do so. I am honest.

J J Barnard
P O Box 4267
Aston Bay 6332
Jeffreys Bay
Eastern Cape
South Africa

warm greetings from south africa
 
 

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