Many Days

It's been 715 days since I received my Engine 31 badge from a buddy at graduation.  I've seen and learned quite a bit working on the engine.  Now time for a change.  Switching over to Truck 14 on Monday.  Can't wait.

Savannah,

The day that Chris handed me an Engine 31 badge, you found yourself in a little trouble.  Nothing major.  Just the fact that mommy hand to take you out of my graduation because you were bleeding from the mouth.  I really don't know what happened, but I recall watching mommy carry you out the side door.  And you were not a happy camper...

But that was almost two years ago.  And since then, you've grown into this little girl.  At times, like a little princess too.  Like how you sleep with so many blankets wrapped around you.  Lately, you've been making mommy and I very proud by learning to use the "tool-l-et" like a big girl.  Sometimes, without asking, you'll run in there and take care of business.  I'll come in to check and with a big smile you say "I go potty!"   
Being at the firehouse at nights can be rough because of how much I miss playing with you and Reed.  But each night I'm home, I enjoy our little time it's just the two of us.  From playing with your puzzles or reading a book, it's one of the highlights of my day.  And soon, I think mommy and I will be upgrading you into a bigger bed.  And possibly changing your room.  Which means no more rocking chair.  You see, your room still has that baby feel to it.  You're a big girl now.  You deserve something more.

Love Daddy!!

Last day at 31's..

What a great day of eats.  BLT's for lunch and pizza for dinner.  Add in those damn peanut butter cups and suddenly I'm in need of a larger set of pants.  Oh wait!!  I have sweats upstairs.  Problem solved.

Took our average of 6 or 7 calls.  Smoke assignment over on 9th.  Opened an apartment door and found a pit bull wanting to come out and say hello.  "Be a good boy, be a good boy, be good boy" crossed my mind as we entered referring to the dog.  He was thankfully.  Anyway, found some burnt hot dogs left on the stove.  A bitter smoke that charged up the whole apartment and hallway too.  Last run came in just before 600am.  Small car accident that took out an electric pole.  No major damage or injuries.  Back in Engine 31 one more time. 

Byrge