This was not one of those normal St. Patties day events. I was just getting ready to get into the parade when the fire alarms went off. Lajaitas has one less set of buildings and a few less cars tonight. Not being a fireman by trade it always amazes and impresses me that people, men and woman do that stuff. Just in case you don't know, most firemen and firewomen in Texas are volunteers. Let me say that again, VOLUNTEERS. If you ever go the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland you will see the names of those who have died in the line of duty etched on a wall. Most are volunteers. Let me say that again. VOLUNTEERS. So, if you ever get a chance, maybe it would be nice to say thanks. They all do great and difficult work. But these are the people that leave their jobs, take risks, work their asses off, and don't get paid.
The lone paramedic doesn't get to shoot water but I do occasionally get to be the back up keyboard player. This was my keyboard today. One of those seemed to turn the water on.....which one? Hum.
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