Harmony Foods fire damage on 25th and Becher, Milwaukee
Byrge
December 31, 2011
Twenty-Sixes
December 30, 2011
Nook Tablet
After having a few days with the Nook Tablet, I am pleased. I compliment Barnes and Noble for coming out with a product that does what my family needs. For example, my family and I have a desktop computer and a laptop. But we don't use our desktop much anymore because of the convenience of our Dell laptop. And when I'm gone for a day or two, I was looking for something that I would be able to check my email, surf the internet, get up to speed from local newspapers and just perhaps, sit down and read a book. With the Nook Tablet, I now have that capability to do so. The speed of the internet via Wi-Fi, is not bad. Not as quick as our laptop with Pentium i5, but I really wasn't expecting it to be. Searching for books and apps is straight forward. I do like the fact that B&N Gift Cards can be uploaded to my Nook. And also that there is a tally of how much on the card is left. Very nice.
On the other hand, I do have a few gripes. And these may not be Barnes and Noble's fault. As a browser, the Nook Tablet is capable. But, Facebook comes up like it does on my cell phone. I admit that I like to play Family Feud daily and can not seem to be able to do so. Was a little bummed. Another would be that when I wanted to post on my blog, it would not allow me to do so. I could start a new blog with a title, but the Nook did not allow me to type in any text for the body of my blog posts. My last gripe would be on the manage Gift Card page. After making purchases through my account, I wish that I could see what was bought on my Nook. I later realized that an email was sent to my main account for what was purchased. But it would be nice to have another tab to show list of purchases. I only mention this because I believe I was charged for something that I wasn't aware of. And still not aware of.
Now I will admit that I'm not the brightest when it comes to the in's and out's of electronics, but after a few days with my Nook Tablet, I am very pleased. I'm hopeful that after some more time with my hands on the device, I'll be more excited about it's capabilities.
Byrge
On the other hand, I do have a few gripes. And these may not be Barnes and Noble's fault. As a browser, the Nook Tablet is capable. But, Facebook comes up like it does on my cell phone. I admit that I like to play Family Feud daily and can not seem to be able to do so. Was a little bummed. Another would be that when I wanted to post on my blog, it would not allow me to do so. I could start a new blog with a title, but the Nook did not allow me to type in any text for the body of my blog posts. My last gripe would be on the manage Gift Card page. After making purchases through my account, I wish that I could see what was bought on my Nook. I later realized that an email was sent to my main account for what was purchased. But it would be nice to have another tab to show list of purchases. I only mention this because I believe I was charged for something that I wasn't aware of. And still not aware of.
Now I will admit that I'm not the brightest when it comes to the in's and out's of electronics, but after a few days with my Nook Tablet, I am very pleased. I'm hopeful that after some more time with my hands on the device, I'll be more excited about it's capabilities.
Byrge
December 25, 2011
Maybe Six Times?
Damn we have some fun. I've only worked with him no more than half a dozen times, but most of those, we caught some fires. Happened again about 0600 on the 23rd. I was already up from a previous run and didn't head back upstairs. So off we went. Towards Pine and Whitnall.
We arrived as the 3rd in engine company and as we approached the building, I saw some smoke, but not too much. Then, once I got a little closer, there were flames blowing out the second floor rear window. Ok then, that changes things. Both lines were pulled off of E7 so were went to the rear and assisted pulling some line into the building. We got upstairs and were informed that someone was still unaccounted for. We searched, but did not find anyone throughout the second floor. Soon, the fire was knocked down, bottles began to alarm and people headed out. After using up our tanks and replacing them outside, we headed back in to overhaul. I found it a little humorous that I was going back and forth with the nozzle hitting many hot spots. Oh well. Got back to 31's after out about two hours. Was change of shift. At least for everyone else. This just ended the first half of my forty eight.
Byrge
We arrived as the 3rd in engine company and as we approached the building, I saw some smoke, but not too much. Then, once I got a little closer, there were flames blowing out the second floor rear window. Ok then, that changes things. Both lines were pulled off of E7 so were went to the rear and assisted pulling some line into the building. We got upstairs and were informed that someone was still unaccounted for. We searched, but did not find anyone throughout the second floor. Soon, the fire was knocked down, bottles began to alarm and people headed out. After using up our tanks and replacing them outside, we headed back in to overhaul. I found it a little humorous that I was going back and forth with the nozzle hitting many hot spots. Oh well. Got back to 31's after out about two hours. Was change of shift. At least for everyone else. This just ended the first half of my forty eight.
Byrge
December 20, 2011
Eight Ball
Ever been to a nursing home? They just have a certain odor to them. And I just can't place it right now. Well anyway, working at Engine 8 the other day, as I first stepped into the firehouse, a certain stench placed me right back into a nursing home. Problem here. I was walking into a place where I'll be spending the next 24 hours at. Was told later that the odor that was destroying the lining of my nostrils was burnt beef and broccoli that was made two weeks prior. Damn, two weeks! I can only wonder what the smell would have been like. Word on the street was they caught a run while making dinner and someone forgot to turn the stove off. And when they returned, they had smoke banking down quite a bit. That sucks.
As for the house, I noticed a lot of eight balls painted all around. But as for the runs, we took five or six after midnight with the last a PNB which we pronounced at the scene 20 minutes before the end of our shift. That wasn't much fun. As for the engine, it was nice. A Pierce Velocity that has had some transmission issues as of late. Once I heard that, I was hoping we weren't going to need to change over during my shift. Luckily, we did not. Although we did take a drive down to the shop to get some new tires on the rig. All's well that ends well. Meaning...a good day is when everyone goes home.
Byrge
As for the house, I noticed a lot of eight balls painted all around. But as for the runs, we took five or six after midnight with the last a PNB which we pronounced at the scene 20 minutes before the end of our shift. That wasn't much fun. As for the engine, it was nice. A Pierce Velocity that has had some transmission issues as of late. Once I heard that, I was hoping we weren't going to need to change over during my shift. Luckily, we did not. Although we did take a drive down to the shop to get some new tires on the rig. All's well that ends well. Meaning...a good day is when everyone goes home.
Byrge
Early Xmas!
Well, sort of...
Remember Lt. Dan from Forest Gump talking about taking care of your feet when he first met Gump and Bubba? Well, I have taken that philosophy to the firehouse. Last week I ordered my first set of leather boots. Firefighting boots that is. And yesterday, after getting home from Luke's, I got to see what all the noise about leather boots really was. They actually fit like a shoe. Firm and supportive. Nothing like the rubber boots that I've been wearing for years. I was quite surprised at how well they fit and thought "Why didn't I get these sooner?" Back at 31's today with only one run in the books. Just like any other new item that I purchase, I want to keep them looking good for a while. Yet, I do know that they need to be broken in.
Along with the boots, I ordered the 87 Rescue Tool by Channellock. There has just been too many times where I've needed a wrench for something where this tool would have come in handy. Now, that's just one less thing I'll have to worry about. Just a few early gifts to myself before the holidays.
Byrge
Remember Lt. Dan from Forest Gump talking about taking care of your feet when he first met Gump and Bubba? Well, I have taken that philosophy to the firehouse. Last week I ordered my first set of leather boots. Firefighting boots that is. And yesterday, after getting home from Luke's, I got to see what all the noise about leather boots really was. They actually fit like a shoe. Firm and supportive. Nothing like the rubber boots that I've been wearing for years. I was quite surprised at how well they fit and thought "Why didn't I get these sooner?" Back at 31's today with only one run in the books. Just like any other new item that I purchase, I want to keep them looking good for a while. Yet, I do know that they need to be broken in.
Along with the boots, I ordered the 87 Rescue Tool by Channellock. There has just been too many times where I've needed a wrench for something where this tool would have come in handy. Now, that's just one less thing I'll have to worry about. Just a few early gifts to myself before the holidays.
Byrge
December 7, 2011
It Won't Go Away
After nearly two years of neglecting it, and since the pain has come back on occasion, it only seems fit that I my shoulder seen. I can recall almost exactly what was going on, and who was around. Quite embarrassed in the moment, I did not want the pain to hinder my performance in the academy. For now, it seems that I have no choice. I must have it looked at, because it just won't go away by itself. I guess I was hoping it would.
I'm optimistic that getting back into the routine of working out will do me some good. Yeah, like it would really do me some bad, I think not. But maybe, exercising will help me tolerate and not injure my shoulder anymore.
Byrge
I'm optimistic that getting back into the routine of working out will do me some good. Yeah, like it would really do me some bad, I think not. But maybe, exercising will help me tolerate and not injure my shoulder anymore.
Byrge
December 2, 2011
Frustrated
I can not believe there isn't more. From all the yelling and screaming and punching and not listening, I thought I'd have more gray hair by now. But surprisingly enough, my true color is standing tough.
Savannah,
You're getting big. And talking so much more. But you don't listen. Well, perhaps sometimes you do. I've been told that kids at the two and a half range are difficult. Could also be that "terrible two" stage that I've been experiencing. At times though, I just want to pull my hair out with you. I really don't want to be the bad guy, but at times, I just have no choice.
On the bright side, I do enjoy how you ask for me to sit next to you when you do behave and are allowed to watch a movie. And how you snuggle up close to me and fall asleep. At times, you are adorable. Here's to hoping that there's more of that coming as opposed to the cranky little girl that I've been dealing with a lot lately.
Love Daddy
Savannah,
You're getting big. And talking so much more. But you don't listen. Well, perhaps sometimes you do. I've been told that kids at the two and a half range are difficult. Could also be that "terrible two" stage that I've been experiencing. At times though, I just want to pull my hair out with you. I really don't want to be the bad guy, but at times, I just have no choice.
On the bright side, I do enjoy how you ask for me to sit next to you when you do behave and are allowed to watch a movie. And how you snuggle up close to me and fall asleep. At times, you are adorable. Here's to hoping that there's more of that coming as opposed to the cranky little girl that I've been dealing with a lot lately.
Love Daddy
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