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Drug / Alcohol Addiction, Life's Lessons, Self Awareness, Self Improvement, Self Inventory

Playing In A Blizzard

Well, here I go again, preparing for another series of dangers. This weekend we're expecting a snowstorm in Colorado. The forecast calls for 1-3 feet of snow here in the Metro Area and twice that in the foothills. I don't usually work weekends, but this week I'll be working all seven days. My employer went … Continue reading Playing In A Blizzard

Drug / Alcohol Addiction, Empath, Life's Lessons, Self Awareness, Self Improvement, Self Inventory

The Journals [Becoming a First Responder]

During my eight years with The United States Army Reserve, I trained as both a Combat Medic and a Heavy Equipment Operator. I did not take full advantage of my military opportunities. Looking back, I regret not doing so. I have spent the past 20 years regretting not becoming a Paramedic. Even now, each time … Continue reading The Journals [Becoming a First Responder]