Well... here we are. There’s no question that January 6th, 2021 will be a day marked in history because what took place crossed a line that most people could never have imagined, but even so, it wasn’t surprising. That’s because where we are in this moment is a natural progression between where we’ve come from and where we’re headed.
What a Nice “Gift-Together”
Holidays mean something different to everyone but a huge component usually has to do with togetherness. This year is particularly difficult because we can’t be “together” but that doesn’t eliminate our ability to exhibit togetherness through our actions.
The time finally came in 2019 when they both seemed to have retired fully. It looked to be a great next chapter for Bruce and Kathleen, then all hell broke loose.
The Greatest Contribution
The time finally came in 2019 when they both seemed to have retired fully. It looked to be a great next chapter for Bruce and Kathleen, then all hell broke loose.
The Greatest Contribution
Duty, Respect, Integrity.
Duty There is a sense of purpose behind this work. Choosing a career in public service is about contributing to something bigger than yourself; it is actively prioritizing the needs of others above your own. Along with the selfless nature of the job, another component is discomfort. More often times than not you’ll be drenched … Continue reading Duty, Respect, Integrity.
The Wildland Firefighter’s Ethos: Part 3
A Three-Part Blog Series supported by: The American Wildfire Experience 2019 Micro-Grant Award Part Three- Integrity. It is the third and final segment to our fire ethos triangle and it’s also the most crucial. Integrity is the foundation upon which we build our camaraderie and without camaraderie the “fire family” of which we are all … Continue reading The Wildland Firefighter’s Ethos: Part 3
The Wildland Firefighter’s Ethos: Part 2
A Three-Part Blog Series supported by: The American Wildfire Experience 2019 Micro-Grant Award Part Two- Respect. On paper, everyone must give respect to their fellow co-workers. That sounds swell, but “on paper” is not where we fight fire. There is an unspoken rule amongst the ranks of the Wildland Firefighting community; everyone must earn their … Continue reading The Wildland Firefighter’s Ethos: Part 2
The Wildland Firefighter’s Ethos: Part 1
A Three-Part Blog Series supported by: The American Wildfire Experience 2019 Micro-Grant Award Part One- Duty. There is a sense of purpose behind this work. Choosing a career in public service is about contributing to something bigger than yourself; it is actively prioritizing the needs of others above your own. Along with the selfless … Continue reading The Wildland Firefighter’s Ethos: Part 1
Buoyancy
In this world, far more things are possible than not. Altruism resides in everyone, whether or not they act on it. I could step out the front door and have the best day of my life. The most valuable commodity is time, where and how you invest matters. The most fun I’ve had in … Continue reading Buoyancy
In Search of, “The Words”
Sometimes a situation in life sends you searching for “the words” but they don’t always come when you need them. This is true for me right now, in this moment. So here are some words, which are long lost cousins of “the words” that I can’t seem to locate, bear with me. I’ve been unbelievably … Continue reading In Search of, “The Words”
