The best part of tonight was being able to put on my fire gear and go for a ride in the truck...ok, so we went around the block then back to the firehall. One of the guys was getting tested on hooking up to the fire-hydrant tonight and I got to watch, my instructor walked me through the how, why and when of it. My test coming later in the month. ha ha ha No actually it is... have to remember - 28...sorry...got sidetracked... where was I? Oh yes, then we went over to ladder truck while a guy was being tested on the process for that. Again, my test on ladder procedure after hydrant test, October maybe? Yes, I'm on a schedule of nothing but learning and testings. Got a lot of ground to cover in 2 months. Hee hee I do get to go out on the calls if I'm home, as an observer, I don't participate yet, until I pass my tests...2 to 3 months before I get hands on. But safety is always a priority.
This is my story of being a new recruit. How is it so far? "It's all in fun until someone loses an eye." Oh sorry, shouldn't use quotes like that in my story...lol
The guys are all really warm, friendly and inviting about having a female on their team. One of the guys tonight, said "Now that you've joined maybe you can convince a few more females to join. Not just here but all Fire Halls need to see more females come out and do what you're brave enough to do." So I'm putting this out there for all you ladies. If you're looking for a way to get more involved in your community, stay fit, have fun and be an inspiration for your kids, come out and join the Fire Department in your area.
Even if you apply and don't get in, you'll never be the same. It's a stretch out of the comfort zone for women, but what an amazing feeling to know you can be a part of something like this. I feel more alive then I have in a very long time and excited about my life and future.
Well, that's it for tonight, folks. Good night and I'll be around again.
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