I once counseled a friend to take time to think. I was ridiculed for such an offering. Having no time to think themselves - the others in the room thought it a humourus thing to suggest. They have no idea of the impact that night has had on my life.

23 August 2007

IAFF Local 48

Early June our contract expired with the City if Cincinnati. Therefore, I have been working without one for a few months now. However, we have a contract on the table and the last day of voting is today. I am heading down with my drill school mate Justin Campbell to vote 'yes'. The changes to my career would be significant - as a junior firefighter with only two years experience on the fire companies I can be 'made regular'. This is something I would have had to wait another two years for under our current contract. No more traveling for me! Along with a cost of living raise and some other benefits - it seems like a good deal.
The bigger reality is that I have to go back to work on Sunday. I have been off for over a month and have the beard to prove it. But it will all come off and I will don my fatigues and doubtless head for an ambulance.
A post about our vacation to Michigan coming soon.

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