Author: Ben Hughes Publisher: Trafford Publishing ISBN: 1412071712 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 174
Book Description
The Lighter Side of Firefighting is full of funny true stories, fire department jokes, pranks and gags. Everything from flaming manure piles to chiefs throwing garden gnomes through windows.
Author: Chip McCormick Fire Chief Retired Publisher: ISBN: 9781641407168 Category : Humor Languages : en Pages : 234
Book Description
After twenty-seven years in the fire service, one would think they had seen everything possible, but when you start thinking that, things happen. I cant tell you how many times Ive made the comment, Now Ive seen it all. Well, I no longer utter those words, because as sure as I do, here comes something new. And most of the time, its totally out in left field. And do I mean way out in left field, almost out of the park. I have chosen to write about the lighter side of the fire service. People can do some really weird things. Some seem like they make sense and others dont. If you read one of the stories and it doesnt seem to make sense, dont worry about it. It probably didnt make sense to the person to whom it happened. To the reader who has never worked in or been around the fire service, I need you to understand that there are things in this book that may give the appearance that firemen are coldhearted and at times downright mean. Please let me assure you that is not the case. I should tell you, there is very little blood and guts in this book. If you need blood and guts, put down this book and turn on the television.
Author: Richard Stilp Publisher: ISBN: 9781637952726 Category : Languages : en Pages :
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This book opens with a detailed story of how and guy who worked at Walt Disney World became interested in the fire service and chased his dream of being a firefighter. After over 40 years there are memories; some good, some bad. The first twelve incidents are hard to take. They are written from my perspective from real life experiences. They are not embellished and are written exactly how I remember them. The next eight are more light hearted and give a glimpse into the lighter side of being a firefighter.I hope by reading this book, you get an inside look at the career of a firefighter/paramedic who was dedicated and served his community with honor. I hope you feel some of the experiences including the tragedies, successes, and even some of the fun that was took place during my career. In addition, I want to once again say that this is just a snapshot of some of the thousands of incidents that firefighters go through in a career. These are "My Stories."
Author: Rose Fresquez Publisher: Rose Fresquez ISBN: Category : Family & Relationships Languages : en Pages : 265
Book Description
A firefighter burned out on romance, a single mom who sparks his interest and ignites their second chance at Love. After his former relationship goes up in flames, Andrew Buchanan accepts a position as captain of a firehouse near his hometown. Determined to invest time with family and the new community, Andrew lets his brother reel him into coaching a kids’ soccer team. The last thing on his mind is romance...until an opportunity presents itself in the form of Bianca Perez. She’s a single mom run ragged, but ready to step back into dating after being a widow for five years. Falling for a hot firefighter is crazy enough. Making a fool of herself in front of Andrew Buchanan is not part of her plan—if she had a more definite plan, she would know better than to fantasize about a man who would never give her the time of day. When her fantasy unfolds to reality, they both realize how much they need a chance to love again. Will Bianca be willing to risk losing another man in the line of duty? Bright Side is the third book in the standalone series; The Buchanan Series Read the other books in the Buchanan series 1. First Site 2. Something Right 3. New Light (Novella) 4. Bright Side 5. Short Sighted
Author: Kristan Higgins Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0593547667 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 433
Book Description
From the author of Pack Up the Moon comes a funny, romantic, and deeply moving novel about the unexpected rewards that come from life’s detours. Lark Smith has always had a plan for her life: find a fantastic guy, create a marriage as blissful as her parents’, pop out a couple of kids and build a rewarding career as an oncologist. Things aren’t going so well. For one, the guy didn’t work out. Theoretically, she’d love to find someone else, but it hasn’t happened. Two, she’s just been transferred out of oncology for being too emotional. (Is it her fault she’s a weeper?) Three, her parents just split up. Deviating from the plan was…well, not in the plan. A potential solution comes from the foul-tempered and renowned surgeon Lorenzo Santini (aka Dr. Satan). He needs a date this summer for his sister’s wedding. His ancient Noni wants to see him settled. In exchange, he could make a few introductions and maybe get Lark back into the field of her choice. As a sucker for old people and fake relationships, Lark agrees. Teeny problem—she instantly falls for his big, warm family. Especially his estranged brother. Meanwhile, Lark’s mom has moved in with Lark’s colorful landlady, Joy, and an unlikely friendship blossoms. The three women have a long summer and a big beautiful house on the ocean to figure out what’s next…and quite possibly learn that the best things in life aren’t planned at all.
Author: Paul Combs Publisher: Fire Engineering Books ISBN: 1593705085 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 196
Book Description
Paul Combs has returned with a brand new collection of his fire service editorials, Drawn by Fire 4. Paul began his fire service journey in 1995. He is a retired lieutenant for the City of Bryan (OH) Fire Department and continues to instruct for the Bryan Regional Training Academy. He is an FDIC keynoter, classroom presenter, and HOT instructor. He is an instructor for On Scene Training Associates and a national speaker. Paul sees and captures moments that help us all take a good look at ourselves and learn from it. He does it as no one else can—with humor, irreverence, respect, insight, compassion, and the skills of an award-winning illustrator. “This book should be on the coffee table in every firefighter’s home and on the kitchen table in every firehouse. Paul Combs’s books are like magnets. They can be picked up and opened to any page at any time, and the reader will be entertained. More importantly, they make you think and encourage you to do the right thing.” —Deputy District Chief Steve Chikerotis, Chicago Fire Department (ret.) “To Paul’s readers, buckle up, hold on tight, and keep your arms and legs inside the car at all times, because you’re about to go on a fantastic fire service ride.” —Deputy Fire Chief Aaron Heller, Hamilton (NJ) Fire Department
Author: Rachel Foster Publisher: DM Publishing ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 308
Book Description
Jake has recently moved back home and joined the fire department. He’s leaving his past behind after making some rough choices and losing a fellow firefighter in his old town. Now he’s struggling to find his dad’s acceptance, he is trying to prove to him that he’s a changed man. He finds solace in his fire chief, Brian and his son, Mason. Now Mason’s setting him up with his sister Dana for the annual fire banquet. What he assumes is just a one night thing turns into more when he develops feelings for her. Dana has vowed to never date a firefighter again after her bad breakup with Thomas, but she can’t help herself from falling for the new member, Jake. She’s crazy about him and feels like it was love at first sight. Now his past is revealed to her and she’s struggling to accept it and move on. It’s a few months later and she finds herself pregnant with Jake’s baby. Will she be able to forgive his past so they can have a future together? Or will their relationship go up in flames?
Author: Gary Rhodes Publisher: ISBN: 9781735437934 Category : Languages : en Pages :
Book Description
Author, Gary Rhodes, now a retired (Black) Fire Captain tells his story through his own eyes, as he progressed through his career with the Fort Worth Fire Department. You will laugh, cry, but foremost, understand what it was like to live as a black fireman during challenging times of acceptance. In 1975, there was no such thing as a retired black fireman in Fort Worth. There were no black fire officers in Fort Worth. Writing this book is how Gary Rhodes wanted to share the Fire and Police side of his career with the Fort Worth Fire Department. Read, learn, and enjoy it because it is what it is!
Author: Becky Mandelbaum Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1982113006 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 352
Book Description
From the winner of the 2016 Flannery O’Connor Award for Short Fiction comes a “heartwarming and sharp-witted debut” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) set over one emotionally charged weekend at an animal sanctuary in western Kansas, where maternal, romantic, and community bonds are tested in the wake of an estranged daughter’s homecoming. The Bright Side Sanctuary for Animals is in trouble. It’s late 2016 when Ariel discovers that her mother Mona’s animal sanctuary in Western Kansas has not only been the target of anti-Semitic hate crimes—but that it’s also for sale, due to hidden financial ruin. Ariel, living a new life in progressive Lawrence, and estranged from her mother for six long years, knows she has to return to her childhood home—especially since her own past may have played a role in the attack on the sanctuary. Ariel expects tension, maybe even fury, but she doesn’t anticipate that her first love, a ranch hand named Gideon, will still be working at Bright Side. Back in Lawrence, Ariel’s charming but hapless fiancé, Dex, grows paranoid about her sudden departure. After uncovering Mona’s address, he sets out to confront Ariel, but instead finds her grappling with the life she’s abandoned. Amid the reparations with her mother, it’s clear that Ariel is questioning the meaning of her life in Lawrence, and whether she belongs with Dex or someone else, somewhere else. Acclaimed writer Pam Houston says that “Mandelbaum is wise beyond her years and twice as talented,” and The Bright Side Sanctuary for Animals poignantly explores the unique love and tension between mothers and daughters, and humans and animals alike. “A story of reconciliation and forgiveness (and so many animals)” (Steven Rowley, bestselling author of Lily and the Octopus), Mandelbaum’s debut offers a panoramic view of the meaning of home and reminds us that love provides refuge, and underscores our similarities as human beings, no matter how alone or far apart we may feel.
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