First Day of School

Jonatha and Aidan both got back to the world of studying today. We have had a great summer, filled with tons of pool time, little hiking, biking, and BBQ. Kids have been doing really well and both are pretty stoked over their new teachers...at least for now



Jonatha is now in the third grade, is about to get her blue belt in Tae Kwon Do and is still rock climbing a bunch. She had her first excursion in the mountains this year and bagged a 5.10 peak...pretty impressive. I would never do it!

Aidan is now in the first grade, just completed a couple rounds of summer hi-hop dance classes and is starting U8 soccer in Louisville this month. He is as energetic as ever and is glad to be a big boy now (not in Kindergarten). Aidan has a huge heart for people and is a praying fool!

Liam is almost 1...wow! I cant believe that 10 months ago I was holding a tiny little 7 lb handful of joy and he is now about to walk, is saying mommy and daddy (and of course, "no") and is 25 lbs. He's a monster and we love every inch of him.



Jan and I are blessed with amazing children and are excited to watch their growth this fall. Love you guys!

EMT School - Firefighting Update

Well, with my 2008 Wildland Training, 2009 Firefighter I and Haz Mat Ops Academies behind me, I now embrace EMT school. EMT will consist of 4 hours on Monday and 4 hours on Wednesday for the next 4 months, along with clinicals on Saturdays at Avista Hospital. This will be followed with National Registry practical and written exams in December.

When I was 18 I witnessed a man get thrown into his windshield and back into the vehicle after being rear-ended. He was unbuckled. I was the first to open the door and discover his already deceased body. In the days following that scene, it struck me that I had the personality make-up to become involved with emergency services. Long story short, it took me 15 years to take action and get involved.



Fire service has been a huge transition for me personally but a good one. I have been able to evaluate my strengths and weaknesses, search out the place where I fit best and establish some lifelong friendships with my firefighter brothers. EMS has been the biggest driving force in my getting involved with Louisville Fire. I am excited to be starting that path.

I'm sure the challenges will continue and I am also sure the story list will increase. If you ever in CO and want to hop on a big red truck or check out an ambulance (not as a patient I hope), give me a call.